The United States (US) is reportedly preparing to seek an indictment against former Cuban president Raul Castro in a case linked to the 1996 downing of civilian aircraft, according to a US Department of Justice official. Reuters reported that the potential indictment would require approval from a grand jury, with officials suggesting legal action could […]
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Trump administration says Iran war ‘ended’ to avoid congressional approval deadline
The Trump administration has argued that its military operation in Iran has effectively been “terminated” following a ceasefire, a move that could allow the White House to avoid seeking formal congressional approval under US law. Read More: US lawmakers clash over Trump’s Iran strike authority According to a senior administration official, the US position is […]
Democrats criticise Rubio over UFC trip during Pakistan talks
Democratic members of the US House Foreign Affairs Committee have criticised the administration of Donald Trump, alleging that Secretary of State Marco Rubio left key negotiations related to Iran in Pakistan to attend a UFC event. Read More: Alexander Volkanovski becomes two-time champ at UFC 314 According to the lawmakers, Rubio’s reported decision to leave the talks […]
Epstein presented himself as Trump insider to Indian tycoon Ambani
New Delhi: In the early days of the Trump administration, Indian business tycoon Anil Ambani sought to understand India’s potential role in U.S. national security strategy, leading him to Jeffrey Epstein, the convicted sex offender. Over a two-year period, Ambani exchanged hundreds of messages with Epstein, who portrayed himself as a White House insider and […]
US Iran tensions persist amid mixed signals on talks
The fragile prospects of de-escalation in the Middle East remained uncertain on Wednesday as the United States (US) and Iran exchanged conflicting signals over possible diplomatic engagement. While both sides acknowledged indirect communication, the likelihood of formal negotiations appeared to recede. Read More: Iran rejects US plan, sets 5 conditions to end war Iran’s Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi […]
US Commerce Secretary Lutnick admits lunch on Epstein’s island amid calls for resignation
WASHINGTON – US Commerce Secretary Howard Lutnick on Tuesday acknowledged having lunch on Jeffrey Epstein’s private island in 2012, as newly released records intensified scrutiny of his ties to the convicted sex offender and renewed calls for his resignation. Read More: US tariffs target remote islands to close trade loopholes Speaking to the Senate Appropriations Committee, Lutnick confirmed […]
Türkiye emerges as key mediator in US-Iran crisis
Washington: Türkiye is emerging as a potential venue for US-Iran talks aimed at easing nuclear tensions, U.S. officials said. President Donald Trump’s administration has expressed willingness to engage Iran diplomatically this week. The discussions are seen as an alternative to escalating military pressure in the Middle East. Ankara, along with Egypt and Qatar, is reportedly […]
US enters partial shutdown as House delays spending vote
WASHINGTON: The US government entered a partial shutdown on Saturday after Congress failed to approve a funding deal ahead of a midnight deadline. While the Senate passed a bipartisan spending package 71–29, the House of Representatives is out of town and is not expected to vote on the measure until Monday, a Republican leadership aide […]
Trump administration adds 65,000 H-2B seasonal worker visas
WASHINGTON: The Trump administration will make an additional 65,000 H-2B seasonal guest worker visas available through September 30, according to a notice in the Federal Register. The visas are intended for employers at risk of severe financial hardship due to labor shortages in industries such as construction, hospitality, landscaping and seafood processing. Read More: Trump […]
US border czar shifts ICE tactics in Minneapolis after deadly clashes
MINNEAPOLIS: Tom Homan, newly appointed as the federal commander of President Donald Trump’s immigration enforcement surge in Minneapolis, announced on Thursday that operations would become more “targeted,” moving away from broad street sweeps that have sparked national outrage. Read More: Second killing by federal agents in Minneapolis triggers strong Homan said the 3,000-strong federal force in the […]