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US President Donald Trump warned Afghanistan to return the Bagram airbase to Washington, saying “bad things” would happen otherwise. The Taliban rejected his remarks, insisting Afghans never accept foreign military presence. Bagram was seized by the Taliban after America’s 2021 withdrawal.

US President Donald Trump claimed he ended the India-Pakistan conflict through trade and asserted he deserves the Nobel Peace Prize for stopping seven global wars. Speaking at a Washington event, Trump said trade diplomacy prevented nuclear escalation and fostered peace.

US President Donald Trump has imposed a $100,000 annual fee on H-1B visas, in a move set to hit Indian tech professionals and global firms. The order also limits renewals and introduces a million-dollar “gold card” visa option.

After Charlie Kirk’s killing, Trump has threatened to target the “radical left” with terrorism designations and racketeering probes, raising concerns about silencing dissent. Critics say the White House is exploiting outrage to weaken progressive groups ahead of midterm elections.

The US has lowered tariffs on Japanese cars to 15% under a bilateral deal, but South Korean autos remain subject to a 25% levy. Seoul is pressing Washington to implement a similar cut under their July trade agreement.

US President Donald Trump blamed the “radical Left” after conservative activist Charlie Kirk, 31, was fatally shot during a campus event in Utah. Calling Kirk a “martyr for truth,” Trump vowed accountability and said his legacy would live on.

Equity benchmarks Sensex and Nifty surged in early trade Wednesday after US President Donald Trump expressed confidence in a “successful conclusion” of trade talks with India. A rally in IT stocks and fresh FII inflows further lifted market sentiment.

US President Donald Trump announced the resumption of trade talks with India, calling PM Modi a “very good friend.” Modi reciprocated positively, as both sides signalled commitment to a forward-looking strategic partnership despite recent tariff tensions.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi welcomed US President Donald Trump’s call to resume trade talks, calling them key to unlocking India-US potential. Trump softened his tone after imposing steep tariffs, affirming friendship with Modi and optimism for a successful outcome.

US President Donald Trump said he will “always be friends” with PM Modi and that India-US ties remain “special,” despite tensions over tariffs and India’s Russian oil imports. He voiced disappointment but downplayed fears of a diplomatic rupture.

US President Donald Trump praised PM Modi while threatening “very strong tariffs” over the Ukraine war and claimed he averted a nuclear conflict between India and Pakistan. India, however, has denied Trump’s mediation, insisting the ceasefire was initiated through military channels.

US President Donald Trump has nominated longtime aide Sergio Gor as US Ambassador to India and Special Envoy for South and Central Asian Affairs. The 38-year-old aide, praised for loyalty and organisational skill, has been key in vetting thousands of Trump appointees.

Russia has warned the UK against interfering in ongoing US-Russia efforts to settle the Ukrainian conflict. Putin and Trump are maintaining close contact, while Zelensky is open to bilateral or trilateral meetings, including $90 billion in US weapons support.

US President Donald Trump said Ukrainian President Zelensky could end the war with Russia “almost immediately” but warned Crimea and NATO membership are non-negotiable. European leaders will meet Zelensky at the White House to discuss potential security guarantees.

President Donald Trump indicated that the US may not enforce secondary tariffs on countries, including India, purchasing Russian oil. The warning follows earlier US tariff measures, while India maintains that targeting it is unjustified and will safeguard its national interests.

US Vice President J.D. Vance said President Trump is still deciding on imposing tariffs on China for buying Russian oil, highlighting complexities in US-China relations. The US recently imposed a 50% tariff on India for similar purchases, drawing criticism from New Delhi.

US President Donald Trump will meet Russian President Vladimir Putin on August 15 in Alaska, focusing on a long-term peaceful resolution to the Russia-Ukraine conflict. Russia expects the next meeting to take place on its soil.

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US President Donald Trump has announced a 50% tariff on semi-finished copper and copper derivative imports, effective August 1. The move aims to protect national manufacturing and defence, but has already triggered a sharp 20% drop in US copper futures.

Donald Trump has cut his Russia-Ukraine ceasefire deadline from 50 to 10 days, warning of tariffs if Moscow doesn't end the war. The Kremlin says operations continue. Meanwhile, Russian strikes hit Ukraine’s Sumy region amid rising cross-border drone warfare.