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				Trump and Xi met in Busan for their first summit since 2019, seeking a breakthrough in the US-China trade war. Talks focused on tariffs, rare earth exports, and fentanyl controls, with limited expectations for a broader security or Taiwan discussion. 
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				Donald Trump said the US would share nuclear submarine technology with South Korea, following his meeting with President Lee Jae Myung. The move aims to boost the alliance, even as North Korea and China expand their undersea military capabilities. 
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				US President Donald Trump claimed that “seven brand new” planes were shot down during the India-Pakistan conflict and reiterated that he helped end the war using trade leverage. India, however, maintains the ceasefire was achieved through direct military talks. 
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				The Congress mocked PM Narendra Modi after Donald Trump again claimed he stopped the India-Pakistan conflict using trade, with Jairam Ramesh saying it’s “no wonder” Modi no longer wants to hug him. India maintains peace was achieved through DGMO-level talks. 
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				US President Donald Trump arrived in South Korea for summits with President Lee Jae Myung and Chinese President Xi Jinping at the APEC gathering. The meetings could shape new trade frameworks amid renewed US-China tensions and speculation of a Kim Jong-un meeting. 
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				President Donald Trump lauded Japan’s new prime minister, Sanae Takaichi, during his Tokyo visit, calling Japan “an ally at the strongest level.” Both leaders signed new cooperation agreements as Trump pushed for investment and discussed regional trade and security ties. 
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				US President Donald Trump has imposed an additional 10% tariff on Canada, accusing it of airing a “fraudulent” ad involving Ronald Reagan’s speech on tariffs. The move comes amid halted trade talks and rising tensions between the two allies. 
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				The US is keen to finalise a trade deal with South Korea once Seoul accepts “appropriate” commitments, a senior official said. The two nations are negotiating terms of a $350 billion investment pledge ahead of the Trump-Lee summit in Korea. 
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				US President Donald Trump claimed India would reduce Russian oil imports to “almost nothing” by year-end, crediting talks with PM Modi. He also said he plans to persuade China to follow suit, while defending his controversial tariff policies. 
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				US President Donald Trump has cancelled his planned meeting with Russian President Vladimir Putin, citing stalled diplomacy and new sanctions on Russian oil exports. Trump said recent talks with Moscow “didn’t feel right” and expressed hope for a future peace deal. 
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				The Congress attacked Prime Minister Narendra Modi after US President Donald Trump again claimed India is cutting oil imports from Russia. Jairam Ramesh said this was the fourth time Trump had announced India’s policy, quipping that “while Modi conceals, Trump reveals.” 
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				US President Donald Trump spoke with Prime Minister Narendra Modi to extend Diwali greetings. Modi thanked Trump on X, expressing hope that the two democracies continue to “illuminate the world with hope” and stand united against terrorism amid ongoing trade tensions. 
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				US President Donald Trump said he expects a “fantastic” trade deal with Chinese leader Xi Jinping amid rising tensions over rare earth exports. Trump confirmed plans to meet Xi at the APEC summit, despite threats of new 100% tariffs. 
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				US President Donald Trump claimed resolving the Pakistan-Afghanistan conflict would be “easy” for him, citing his record of saving millions of lives. His remarks coincided with fresh Pakistani airstrikes and uncertainty over fragile ceasefire talks in Doha. 
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				US President Donald Trump claimed India has stopped buying Russian oil and reiterated his role in mediating India-Pakistan hostilities. India clarified it is diversifying energy sourcing, while Washington’s tariffs on Indian goods continue to strain bilateral ties. 
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				After meeting Ukrainian President Zelenskyy, US President Donald Trump urged Ukraine and Russia to “stop where they are” and end the war, signaling a shift toward accepting existing battle lines following renewed contact with Russian leader Vladimir Putin. 
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				President Donald Trump on Friday commuted the seven-year prison sentence of former US Rep. George Santos, who pleaded guilty to fraud and identity theft. The controversial Republican’s release drew sharp political reactions, marking Trump’s latest high-profile act of clemency. 
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				Rahul Gandhi alleged that Prime Minister Narendra Modi is “frightened” of US President Donald Trump, allowing him to announce India’s decision to stop Russian oil imports. The Congress leader also accused Modi of outsourcing key policy decisions to Washington. 
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				A US federal judge in California has temporarily blocked the Trump administration from firing federal employees during the ongoing government shutdown, siding with unions that argued the layoffs were unlawful and politically motivated. The injunction affects over 4,000 workers. 
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				US President Donald Trump on Wednesday hailed Prime Minister Narendra Modi as “a great man” and claimed India has assured him it will stop buying Russian oil. Trump said he may meet Modi during the upcoming ASEAN Summit in Malaysia.