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US President Donald Trump has praised India’s election system while pushing for stricter electoral laws in America. He cited Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar’s remarks questioning the absence of voter ID in US polls. Trump highlighted India’s 646 million voters, nearly all using photo identification, and urged passage of the SAVE America Act mandating proof of citizenship, voter ID, and limiting mail-in ballots.
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Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian defended the peace MoU with the US, saying it was reached with dignity and strength. Meanwhile, Senator Ruben Gallego criticised the Trump administration for lacking a clear war plan, exit strategy and defined mission, citing military concerns
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US President Donald Trump welcomed the Saudi Arabia-Turkey-Pakistan defence agreement as a major step toward regional self-defence. India is assessing its implications for national security and regional stability, while reaffirming its commitment to protecting national interests and taking necessary measures
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US negotiator Jared Kushner, son-in-law of President Donald Trump, held a rare meeting in Cairo with Hamas chief Khalil al-Hayya to revive stalled Gaza ceasefire talks. The meeting focused on a US-backed 15-point plan for Hamas’ disarmament and Israel’s withdrawal from Gaza.
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US President Donald Trump shared a 2019 photo of his meeting with North Korean leader Kim Jong-un, saying they “get along GREAT.” The post revived speculation about renewed diplomacy as Washington remains open to unconditional talks amid closer North Korea-Russia ties
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Iran and Oman have agreed on designated shipping routes through the Strait of Hormuz, though technical talks and a joint statement are still pending. The arrangement aims to ensure safe passage while preserving sovereignty, but reopening the strait to normal traffic depends on U.S. compliance with other conditions.
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US President Donald Trump has claimed the largest fall in violent crime in American history, citing FBI data showing sharp reductions in murders and other offences in 2025. He also said preliminary figures showed further declines in 2026.
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The Trump administration has asked the US Supreme Court to allow construction of a USD 400 million White House ballroom to continue while it appeals a lower court order halting aboveground work, arguing the project is essential for national security
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Iran’s top military command declared that no vessel can safely transit the Strait of Hormuz without its permission, rejecting US claims of control. The statement came after President Donald Trump asserted America’s “total control” over the strategic waterway, describing a naval blockade as a “wall of steel.”
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US shippers including FedEx, UPS and DHL have begun passing tariff refunds to customers after the Supreme Court struck down Trump-era tariffs. While direct refunds are reaching some consumers, major retailers may lower prices instead, amid dozens of class-action lawsuits over tariff costs
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US President Donald Trump declared that America has “total control” over the Strait of Hormuz, describing the naval blockade as a “Wall of Steel” against Iran. He claimed Iran’s military and economy are collapsing, though he offered no evidence or operational details.
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Veteran White House reporter Susan Page has revealed that the Clinton administration secretly briefed journalists before using a decoy aircraft during President Bill Clinton’s 2000 Pakistan visit. Her disclosure follows reports of a similar covert aircraft switch involving President Donald Trump amid security threats
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US President Donald Trump said he would “love to run” for another term in 2028 but acknowledged the constitutional two-term limit. Trump also discussed security threats, US control of the Strait of Hormuz, tensions with Iran, and the strong US economy
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US President Donald Trump was reportedly moved secretly from Air Force One to a military jet in Turkey amid credible security threats. Officials cited concerns over the Qatar-donated aircraft’s security systems, while the White House declined to confirm details surrounding the covert transfer
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A US Embassy assessment said Indian social media users praised Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s February 2025 Washington visit for strengthening ties with Donald Trump, advancing defence and trade cooperation, and promoting India’s interests through personal diplomacy and strategic engagements
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Israel rejected a Gaza deal announced by US President Donald Trump, insisting no withdrawal until Hamas is disarmed. Meanwhile, Yemen’s Houthi rebels attacked Mokha port and a Saudi Aramco refinery, raising fears of renewed civil war. Separately, Iran and Oman discussed managing the Strait of Hormuz, with Tehran signalling restrictions on “hostile” nations’ vessels.
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US President Donald Trump’s son-in-law Michael Boulos arrived in Kochi on Saturday for a private visit, accompanied by US Ambassador to India Sergio Gor. Kerala government sources denied reports of a meeting with Chief Minister V D Satheesan
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US President Donald Trump said his administration would approach the US Supreme Court after an appellate court ruling against continued construction of a military and security complex at the White House, calling the decision unlawful and a national security threat.
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The Trump administration claimed it has deported over three million undocumented immigrants and prevented their release into the US for 15 consecutive months. A White House fact sheet also highlighted stricter visa screening, denaturalisation efforts, benefit restrictions and voter-roll reviews
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The US State Department defended expanded social media screening of foreign visa applicants, citing national security and public safety. The reported policy could cover foreign journalists and certain Canadian and Mexican professionals, requiring broader online scrutiny. The department did not confirm the memorandum
