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India opted against a full press conference between Prime Minister Narendra Modi and US President Donald Trump during their June France meeting, citing concerns over Trump’s unpredictable behaviour, government sources said. US envoy Sergio Gor later disclosed India’s request to avoid questions
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The US-Iran conflict remains trapped in a cycle of threats, negotiations and renewed military strikes, largely over control of the Strait of Hormuz. Breaking the deadlock would require either US strategic concessions or major escalation, while Iran prioritises regime survival
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Iran warned vessels violating its Strait of Hormuz transit protocols could face fines, detention or confiscation, while lawmakers approved fees for maritime services. The move comes amid heightened tensions with the US, as Donald Trump claimed the strategic waterway was American territory
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US President Donald Trump’s 50 per cent tariffs on Canadian imports have intensified the trade war, affecting USD 20 billion in goods. Canada plans dollar-for-dollar retaliation from September 8, while experts warn the escalating dispute could raise costs for businesses and consumers
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Iran’s top security official Mohsen Rezaei warned that countries joining US economic pressure against Tehran would be treated as enemies and face attacks on their interests. He also threatened to halt oil exports through the Strait of Hormuz unless Washington meets commitments
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Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney announced dollar-for-dollar tariffs on $20 billion of US goods from September 8 after trade talks collapsed. He criticised Washington’s last-minute demands, warned about CUSMA’s future and said Canada’s economy is becoming stronger and less dependent on America
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US lawmakers warn that 50 per cent tariffs on Canadian goods will raise prices, disrupt supply chains and hurt businesses. Canada plans matching retaliation after trade talks collapsed, intensifying tensions and renewing calls for Congress to regain authority over presidential tariff decisions
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Iran has condemned new US economic sanctions, accusing Washington of asserting extraterritorial sovereignty over independent nations. Foreign Ministry spokesperson Esmaeil Baqaei said the measures violate international law and warned that combined with a naval blockade, they could erode national sovereignty.
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US President Donald Trump has said Chinese President Xi Jinping will visit the United States in two weeks. Trump made the announcement at a Republican campaign rally in South Carolina but did not provide details about the date, venue or agenda.
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US President Donald Trump has described the Strait of Hormuz as American territory while warning that Iran would never be allowed to acquire a nuclear weapon. Trump made the remarks during a campaign rally in Myrtle Beach, South Carolina.
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A US federal judge has temporarily blocked the Trump administration from accessing sensitive personal data of more than 17 million commercial drivers. The order also prevents the administration from cutting federal funding to an organisation operating the database.
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The US Supreme Court has temporarily allowed construction of a new White House ballroom to continue, freezing lower court rulings that had ordered work to stop. The Trump administration said the privately funded project was 65 per cent complete.
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Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi rejected US economic threats, warning that sanctions and isolation would increase hostility among Iranians and fail to achieve their goals. His remarks followed President Donald Trump’s threat of unprecedented economic measures and Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent’s warning of secondary sanctions
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US technology, cryptocurrency and financial executives backed President Donald Trump’s push for lighter regulation and clearer digital-asset rules. Leaders from Coinbase, Robinhood, Kraken and others praised policies encouraging investment and innovation, while urging Congress to pass the CLARITY Act
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A Russian missile barrage struck Kyiv overnight, killing at least six people and injuring 33, Ukrainian authorities said. The attacks damaged residential buildings, a medical facility and an educational institution across three districts, while emergency crews rescued people trapped under rubble
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US President Donald Trump has warned Iran of "very Draconian sanctions" while downplaying the Strait of Hormuz’s strategic importance, citing rising American energy output and new supply routes. He claimed a US naval blockade has been effective in restricting Iran’s access.
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The Baloch American Congress has urged US President Donald Trump to investigate reported Pakistani airstrikes in Balochistan’s Surab district that allegedly killed more than 30 civilians. The group seeks scrutiny of possible US-origin military equipment use, an independent probe and accountability for potential violations
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Trump has instructed his top envoys to halt talks with Iran, citing Tehran’s unwillingness to meet US demands. Washington is shifting toward financial pressure, targeting Iranian assets and payments. The decision comes amid tensions over the Strait of Hormuz and uncertainty surrounding stalled negotiations
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US President Donald Trump threatened Oman over its negotiations with Iran on managing Strait of Hormuz shipping, regional officials said. The developments came amid renewed attacks, including a projectile striking a vessel and Iranian threats to keep the crucial waterway closed
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Election Commission officials said nearly 100 crore Indian electors have been issued special Electoral Photo Identity Cards (EPIC), after US President Donald Trump cited India's voter identification system while advocating mandatory photo IDs and citizenship proof under the proposed SAVE America Act
