KABUL – The Afghan Taliban have firmly rejected US President Donald Trump’s idea of reclaiming Bagram Airbase through a possible deal. Senior Taliban official Zakir Jalali said Afghanistan will never accept any foreign military presence, referring to Trump as a businessman trying to negotiate rather than a politician acting on diplomacy. In a statement posted […]
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Trump Slaps $100,000 Fee on H-1B Visas
US President Donald Trump has imposed a $100,000 annual fee on H-1B visas, sparking alarm across the global tech industry. The order, signed in the Oval Office, will apply to new applicants starting Sunday. Trump said the measure will ensure only the “best people” come to the US while contributing more financially. The H-1B visas […]
Trump Blocks Sadiq Khan from King’s Banquet
US President Donald Trump said he asked King Charles to exclude London Mayor Sadiq Khan from a Windsor Castle banquet. The event was held during Trump’s second state visit to the United Kingdom. Trump told reporters that he personally requested Khan’s absence because of his failures on crime and immigration. The president called Sadiq Khan […]
Trump, Xi hold talks on TikTok deal and trade tensions
US President Donald Trump and Chinese President Xi Jinping spoke by phone on Friday, discussing the future of TikTok and ongoing trade tensions between the two countries. The conversation marks the second time the two leaders have spoken since Trump began his second term in January 2025. Both sides signaled that major decisions on TikTok […]
Trump demands NATO halt Russian oil first
US President Donald Trump called on NATO to halt all Russian oil purchases before the US imposes new sanctions. He said he is ready to act but only if every NATO member agrees and stops buying Russian oil. Trump criticized NATO nations for weakening their power by continuing these purchases. He shared his message in […]
Trump Hosts Qatari PM After Israeli Strike in Doha
US President Donald Trump met Qatari Prime Minister Sheikh Mohammed bin Abdulrahman al-Thani after the recent Israeli strike in Doha. The meeting highlighted Trump Qatar Israel tensions as Washington tried to balance support for Israel and Qatar’s role as a mediator in Gaza. The strike targeted Hamas leaders and drew wide condemnation from the Middle […]
Trump and Modi eye breakthrough in US-India trade talks
US President Donald Trump said his administration is actively working to resolve trade barriers with India. He revealed plans to speak with Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi in the coming weeks. This marks a shift after recent tensions between the two nations, raising hopes for a new trade deal soon. Trump expressed confidence on social […]
Trump blames Israel for Qatar attack, denies US role
US President Donald Trump said Israel, not the US, decided to attack Qatar. He made these remarks in a recent statement. Trump said bombing Qatar does not help either country’s goals. He blamed Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu for the decision. Trump emphasized that the US was not involved in planning the attack. Meanwhile, Trump […]
Trump renames Pentagon as ‘Department of War’ amid global tensions
US President Donald Trump has signed an executive order renaming the Pentagon from the “Department of Defense” to the “Department of War.” He described the change as a better reflection of today’s world, saying the United States holds the strongest military and must present itself accordingly. Trump made the announcement at the Oval Office, stressing […]
Trump signs order granting tariff exemptions for trade partners
US President Donald Trump has signed an executive order allowing tariff exemptions for countries with trade deals, starting Monday. The exemptions cover more than 45 categories, including industrial metals, pharmaceutical compounds, and chemicals. The move comes after Trump imposed steep tariffs during his first seven months in office to reshape global trade and push partners […]