White House accuses China of industrial-scale theft of AI technology - Reuters

White House accuses China of industrial-scale theft of AI technology  Reuters

Israeli strike kills five Palestinians in northern Gaza, medics say

Three children were among those killed in a strike near a mosque in the town of Beit Lahia on Wednesday evening.

How the War in Iran Is Shifting From Bombardment to a Test of Wills

The conflict has morphed into a volatile standoff in the Strait of Hormuz, as the economic costs mount and President Trump faces a political backlash at home.

By Anton Troianovski

Oil Jumps as Iran Tensions Simmer With Hormuz Blocked - Bloomberg.com

Oil Jumps as Iran Tensions Simmer With Hormuz Blocked  Bloomberg.com

Exclusive | Key Defense Lawyers for Trump to Leave Sullivan & Cromwell for Rival Firm - WSJ

Exclusive | Key Defense Lawyers for Trump to Leave Sullivan & Cromwell for Rival Firm  WSJ

Donald Trump is giving psychedelic medicines a welcome boost

But his methods could prove damaging

A new Trump whisperer for South Africa

Sending a white Afrikaner as ambassador to the US is a diplomatic masterstroke

Trump may talk of regime infighting, but Iran seems united by strategy born of war

Tensions around US negotiations may reflect mistake of assassinating more pragmatic and experienced figures Middle East crisis – live updates Donald Trump has claimed that the infighting between moderates and hardliners in Iran’s leadership is so intense that the country has “no idea who their leader is”, but many Iranian experts questioned his analysis, saying that – given the mass assassinations of senior commanders – the country has shown remarkable institutional cohesion. Trump’s allega...

By Patrick Wintour

Rogan rejects backlash to White House visit, says Trump interaction at UFC ‘opposite’ of viral claims

Joe Rogan addresses backlash over his White House visit and clarifies his conversation with Trump about ibogaine and psychedelic drug policy reform.

Mixed views in Lebanon ahead of controversial talks with Israel

Lebanon remains divided over the best way to end the conflict with Israel, with some backing Hezbollah's armed response.

White House warns of 'industrial-scale' efforts in China to rip off U.S. AI tech

The U.S. government has previously accused China of targeting American AI technology and intellectual property.

‘Undeniable reality’: why China should be wary of US focus on global maritime chokepoints

US confrontations with Iran over the Strait of Hormuz point to future American attempts to contain China via maritime chokepoints, a Chinese policy adviser has warned, suggesting that Beijing boost its naval presence in the region. In a policy recommendation addressed to Beijing, Gu Dingguo, an East China Normal University research fellow in neighbourhood diplomacy and security, said the Iran war reflected Washington’s greater emphasis on implementing its maritime security strategy. “By...

By Fan Chen

Ceasefire extended: What's next in the Iran war?

With no fixed ceasefire deadline for now, the US and Iran are looking for ways to safeguard their own interests. DW takes a look at the main sticking points and explains some key issues.

Canadian pot stocks jump, then plummet, after U.S. reclassifies weed as less dangerous drug - The Globe and Mail

Canadian pot stocks jump, then plummet, after U.S. reclassifies weed as less dangerous drug  The Globe and Mail

Israel defense minister says awaiting US green light to 'return Iran to Stone Age'

Defence minister Israel Katz said on Thursday that Israel was "prepared to resume the war against Iran", adding that his country was awaiting a green light from the United States to return Iran to "the Stone Age". FRANCE 24's Noga Tarnopolsky reports from Jerusalem.

By FRANCE24

Trump’s meme coin is down 80% since his first event promoting it. He’s holding another gala for it this weekend.

President Donald Trump plans to host another private event for top holders of his meme coin, but the grand functions aren’t sending the $TRUMP digital token to new highs — and the ethical concerns aren’t going away.

By Victor Reklaitis

Trump’s chief of staff bans international travel for Cabinet members unless approved by the White House: report

The new policy is reportedly meant to keep the administration focused on domestic issues ahead of the midterms

By Graig Graziosi

Trump's planned appearance bringing renewed scrutiny to annual correspondents' dinner

Hezbollah fires rockets at northern Israel; talks resume between Israel, Lebanon - Haaretz

Hezbollah fires rockets at northern Israel; talks resume between Israel, Lebanon  Haaretz

Deal or Die: Trump's Iran playbook takes a dark turn

By CHIDANAND RAJGHATTA

Trump says King Charles' visit 'absolutely' may repair US-UK ties: Report

King Charles III will be making his first state visit to the US as a monarch, at the request of the UK government and Trump.

Trump orders US Navy to destroy boats laying mines in Hormuz strait - The Straits Times

Trump orders US Navy to destroy boats laying mines in Hormuz strait  The Straits Times

‘We have seen the reports’: MEA on Trump sharing Savage video targeting India, China

By Shubhajit Roy

Israel prepared to renew Iran war, awaiting 'green light' from Trump, Katz says

Katz noted that the IDF was awaiting the green light from the US, adding that future attacks would be "different and deadly," targeting "the most painful places."

White House to host Lebanon-Israeli talks amid push for ceasefire extension

U.S. President Donald Trump will greet Lebanese and Israeli envoys at the White House on Thursday as they meet for a second round of U.S.-facilitated talks, with Beirut seeking to extend a ceasefire between Israel and Hezbollah, a day after Israeli strikes killed at least five people including a journalist. The ceasefire, reached after talks […]

Trump To Meet Lebanon, Israel Envoys During Peace Talks

With Trump struggling to push Iran into a deal on the wider regional war, the United States is hoping for progress on Lebanon, which Israel has pounded in response to Hezbollah fire.

Trump says UK king's visit 'absolutely' may repair ties: BBC

The statement comes after the US president repeatedly criticised UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer for his handling of the Middle East conflict.

Iran’s top negotiator with the U.S. reportedly resigned, oil prices jumped

Grindr Exec Joe Hack Says Trump Admin Officials Are Interested in D.C. Party

Grindr's White House Correspondents' Dinner weekend bash in Washington, D.C. is drawing interest from the top reaches of government ... including President Donald Trump's administration! Joe Hack -- the dating app's head of global government…

By TMZ Staff

Lebanese, Israeli envoys to meet at White House, Trump to greet: Official

Official says ambassador-level talks between Israel and Lebanon will now take place at the White House

By Anadolu Agency

Trump orders military to ‘shoot and kill’ Iranian boats laying mines in Hormuz Strait - Arab News

Trump orders military to ‘shoot and kill’ Iranian boats laying mines in Hormuz Strait  Arab News

US-led talks seek to extend cease-fire with Israel: Lebanon

Lebanese President Joseph Aoun said Thursday that anticipated talks with Israel in Washington aim to extend the cease-fire between the two sides. Speaking during a Cabinet meeting...

Trump orders US Navy to destroy boats laying mines in Hormuz - The Daily Star

Trump orders US Navy to destroy boats laying mines in Hormuz  The Daily Star

Mitsotakis to Breitbart: I can guarantee that Trump will have a very good time in Greece – We hope he will manage to reach an agreement with Iran

On the sidelines of the Delphi Economic Forum, the PΜ spoke to journalist Matthew Boyle – What he said about Trump, Iran, Gaza, and the Exxon Mobil and Chevron exploration efforts in Greece The post Mitsotakis to Breitbart: I can guarantee that Trump will have a very good time in Greece – We hope he will manage to reach an agreement with Iran appeared first on ProtoThema English.

By Newsroom

We’re awaiting US green light to ‘return Iran to Stone Age’ – Israel

Defence minister Israel Katz said Israel was awaiting a green light from the United States to return Iran to "the Stone Age". The post We’re awaiting US green light to ‘return Iran to Stone Age’ – Israel appeared first on Vanguard News.

By Oboh

Iran tolls tankers, US boards ship - Kuwait Times

Iran tolls tankers, US boards ship  Kuwait Times

Trump orders Navy to ‘shoot and kill any boat’ laying mines in Hormuz Strait - Daily Mirror - Sri Lanka

Trump orders Navy to ‘shoot and kill any boat’ laying mines in Hormuz Strait  Daily Mirror - Sri Lanka

Trump orders the destruction of Iranian boats laying mines in the Strait of Hormuz - seneweb.com

Trump orders the destruction of Iranian boats laying mines in the Strait of Hormuz  seneweb.com