Trump says US will not lift Hormuz blockade until deal made with Iran

The US president's comments come amid uncertainty over whether Iran will attend peace talks in Pakistan this week.

Democrats Once Loathed Gerrymandering. Now They’re Pushing for It.

The party is seeking an extra edge in Virginia at a time when its thinking has changed on the partisan drawing of political maps — in large part, leaders say, because of President Trump’s tactics.

By Nick Corasaniti

Trump’s social media posts have transformed the oil trade, says Citadel

Hedge fund’s commodities head says traders are struggling to adjust to volatility sparked by president’s frequent messages

How Pakistan learned to speak Trump’s language, becoming an unlikely peacemaker

Pakistan is the key broker in talks to end the U.S.-Israeli war with Iran. But it did not always get along with President Donald Trump and does not recognize Israel.

By Susannah George

Trump signs memos to boost US fossil-fuel production for ‘defense readiness’

President claims ‘inadequate’ supply presents security threat and orders expansion of oil, coal and gas production Donald Trump on Monday released a series of memos that doubled down on his support of increased domestic fossil fuel production for purported “defense readiness”. Trump’s memos, which cited the president’s 20 January 2025 executive order declaring a national energy emergency, said US-based oil, coal, and natural gas production must expand “to avert an industrial resource or criti...

By Victoria Bekiempis

How Trump manages relations with allies

NPR's Juana Summers talks with Richard Haass, president emeritus of the Council on Foreign Relations, about how President Trump treats U.S. allies, and how allies like Canada are responding.

By Alejandra Marquez Janse

'The View' co-host claims Caitlyn Jenner has 'special place in hell' over Trump support

"The View" co-host Ana Navarro slammed Caitlyn Jenner over the passport gender marker complaint she made recently, saying that there is a special "place in hell" for the former athlete.

Trump boasts on ‘winning war’ on social media posts

Donald Trump has released various social media comments throughout the day, preaching about winning the war.

US firms dash to recover tariffs paid on Chinese imports as refund system launches

For Tim Avanzato and the team at Lanca Sales, Monday marked the start of a high-stakes digital scramble to recover tariffs paid after US President Donald Trump imposed steep duties on almost all imports, including from China, last year. While the New Jersey-based company that imports and exports food packaging has become accustomed to operating under tariffs and adjusting its business around them, Avanzato, who handles global trade and logistics at the firm, said the refund process has...

By Khushboo Razdan

Trump lets Joe Rogan torch him on Iran but goes to war with Pope Leo. Is ‘bro’ base more politically potent than Jesus?

Trump’s rare magnanimity in the face of top podcaster’s criticism contrasts with his blistering attacks on the leader of the Catholic faith, writes Andrew Feinberg ... and shows who he’s most concerned about when it comes to November’s elections

By Andrew Feinberg

The problem with America's $1 trillion military budget

US defense spending is on track to top $1 trillion for the first time in history. Congress approved $900 billion for defense in 2026, and President Donald Trump has since proposed a staggering $1.5 trillion defense budget for 2027, the largest request in decades. Much of that money goes to weapons like the F-35, which can cost over $100 million apiece. So why are American weapons so incredibly expensive? US military spending wasn't always like this. In 1909, the Wright Brothers sold the first...

Trump Goes On Damage Control After Claims Israel Manipulated Him Into War - Forbes

Trump Goes On Damage Control After Claims Israel Manipulated Him Into War  Forbes

Kornacki: Trump’s approval rating hits new low amid war and rising gas prices

‘Pull skin off, feed it to stray dogs’: Kentucky man arrested for threatening Donald Trump

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By TOI World Desk

Trump Fed chair pick to vow interest rate independence at key hearing

Trump Fed chair pick to vow interest rate independence at key hearing

Trump: New deal with Iran will be better than old one - The Straits Times

Trump: New deal with Iran will be better than old one  The Straits Times

Trump’s ultimatum: ‘Lots of bombs’ to fall on Iran if Wednesday deadline missed

By Swapnil Joglekar

Iran prepared to reveal 'new cards' on the battlefield, won't negotiate under threat, official says

Iranian Parliament Speaker Mohammad-Bagher Ghalibaf claimed that US President Trump had violated the ceasefire between the two countries by "imposing a siege."

Ahead Of Pak Talks, Trump Says Iran Deal Will Be "Far Better" Than Obama Nuke Deal

Donald Trump on Monday escalated his criticism of "The Iran Nuclear Deal", asserting that any new deal under his administration would be "far better" than the Joint Comprehensive Plan of Action (JCPOA).

Trump: Why even old allies are questioning his sanity

The president’s posting of an AI-generated image depicting him as Jesus crossed the line for many supporters

By The Week US

Tucker Carlson's Son Leaving JD Vance's Team Has Nothing to Do With Trump-Dad Rift

Tucker Carlson’s son has bounced from J.D. Vance’s office ... but his decision had nothing to do with the fiery feud between President Donald Trump and his dad. A source with direct knowledge tells TMZ ... Buckley Carlson is out as deputy press…

By TMZ Staff

New US-Iran deal to surpass 2015 nuclear pact: Trump

U.S. President Donald Trump said Monday that a new agreement under negotiation with Iran would be 'far better' than the 2015 Joint Comprehensive Plan of Action, which he again crit...

Israel never talked me into war with Iran: Trump - The Daily Star

Israel never talked me into war with Iran: Trump  The Daily Star

Analysis| The limits of Democratic Party bet on the Iran War in confronting Trump - Region - World - Ahram Online

Analysis| The limits of Democratic Party bet on the Iran War in confronting Trump - Region - World  Ahram Online

Trump snaps at critique that Israel dragged him into Iran war - Naharnet

Trump snaps at critique that Israel dragged him into Iran war  Naharnet

Pakistan’s army chief tells Trump blockade of Iran hampering efforts to resume talks - PressTV

Pakistan’s army chief tells Trump blockade of Iran hampering efforts to resume talks  PressTV