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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.
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The White House said President Donald Trump remains open to engaging with Kim Jong-un to achieve a “fully denuclearised” North Korea, even as Washington imposed new sanctions and measures to block Pyongyang’s illicit revenue schemes linked to its weapons program.
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Indian textile stocks surged after US President Donald Trump imposed a 35 per cent tariff on Bangladeshi goods. Companies like Gokaldas Exports and Vardhman Textiles saw gains. The US warned of further action if Bangladesh retaliates with higher tariffs.
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During a White House meeting with Israeli PM Netanyahu, US President Trump said Gaza ceasefire talks are progressing well. He also revealed Hamas’s willingness to end the conflict and discussed relocation plans for Palestinians and a potential 60-day truce agreement.
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China stated that BRICS is not a confrontational bloc and targets no nation, responding to Donald Trump’s threat to impose extra tariffs on countries supporting BRICS. China reiterated its stance on open cooperation and warned against protectionist trade practices
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President Donald Trump warned of an additional 10% tariff on countries aligning with BRICS’ “anti-American policies,” following criticism from the bloc. He also announced that tariff-related letters and trade deal notifications will be sent out starting July 7.
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President Donald Trump signed the “One Big Beautiful Bill” into law during the Independence Day celebrations at the White House. The bill includes major tax and spending cuts, along with border security investments. Trump hailed it as a “new Golden Age” for America.
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The rupee appreciated 21 paise to 85.34 against the US dollar on Friday, supported by gains in Asian currencies amid optimism over trade deals. US-Vietnam agreement, falling dollar index, and strong domestic PMI data boosted investor confidence.
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EAM S. Jaishankar dismissed US President Donald Trump’s claim that trade pressure ended the India-Pakistan standoff in May. Offering a firsthand account, Jaishankar emphasized that diplomacy and trade were separate, and India responded to Pakistan’s aggression on its own terms.
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The statement by the Iranian Foreign Ministry also strongly condemned what it described as the “offensive and inappropriate remarks” and “conduct of the President of the United States” regarding the Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei and the people of Iran.
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US President Donald Trump dismissed an intelligence report suggesting Iran’s nuclear program remains largely intact, calling it “fake news.” The White House and Trump officials criticized CNN and The New York Times, calling the leak “treasonous” and reaffirming the strike's success.
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The Israeli leader reiterated the long-standing motto shared by both leaders: “Peace through strength”
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The announcement came three days after Trump hosted Pakistan Army chief Asim Munir at the White House
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The US has been weighing whether to join Israel's attack by striking Iran's well-defended Fordo uranium enrichment facility, which is buried under a mountain and widely considered to be out of reach of all but America's “bunker-buster” bombs.
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Trump made the remarks while speaking to the media in the Oval Office after hosting Pakistan's Chief of Army Staff Field Marshal Asim Munir for lunch at the White House
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Those who choose to relocate do so without help from the government. The state has said it is opening mosques, schools and metro stations for use as shelters. Some are closed, others overcrowded.
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In a 35-minute phone call with Trump on Tuesday, Modi briefed the US President on Operation Sindoor launched by India against terror sites in Pakistan and made it clear that countries that support terrorism must face the consequences
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As the conflict between Iran and Israel entered its fifth day and continues to escalate, Trump also called for Iran's "UNCONDITIONAL SURRENDER".
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The Indian mission also advised all Indian nationals and PIOs who can move out of Tehran using their own resources, to move to a safe location outside the city
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He will be missing Prime Minister Narendra Modi, who arrived in Calgary Monday evening and will be participating in the summit of the powerful industrialised democracies, along with a select group of emerging economies
