White House memo claims mass AI theft by Chinese firms

A memo from Michael Kratsios says firms, mainly in China, are wrongfully distilling US AI models.

Trump Says Israel and Lebanon Agree to Extend Cease-Fire by Three Weeks

The president made the announcement after he hosted a meeting at the White House of Israeli and Lebanese diplomats.

By Chris Cameron

Trump Attack Order Highlights Danger of Iran’s ‘Mosquito Fleet’ - Bloomberg.com

Trump Attack Order Highlights Danger of Iran’s ‘Mosquito Fleet’  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

'AI faces a growing backlash from the American public' due to its energy consumption and impact on jobs

In the United States, protests from both Democrats and Republicans have risen against planned data centers required for artificial intelligence, explains Le Monde's Alexandre Piquard in his column.

Trump intends to invite Putin to G-20 summit in Miami, officials say

The Russian leader has not yet committed to attend the annual gathering of world leaders, which is scheduled for December at the president’s Doral golf resort.

By Adam Taylor

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

Trump says Israel and Lebanon have agreed to extend ceasefire by three weeks

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

Iran-US war latest: Trump announces Israel-Lebanon ceasefire extension after ruling out nuclear strike on Tehran

Trump dismissed the idea that he could use a nuclear weapon against Iran, branding the question ‘stupid’

By Alisha Rahaman Sarkar and Rachel Dobkin

‘Why would I?’ Trump rules out using nuclear weapons on Iran

The U.S. president's comments come after his previous genocidal threat to Iran that a ‘whole civilization will die tonight, never to be brought back’

By AFP

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

US invites Putin to G-20 summit but Trump doubts he’ll come - The Straits Times

US invites Putin to G-20 summit but Trump doubts he’ll come  The Straits Times

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.

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

By Shubhajit Roy

Trump’s rush to end Iran war risks delivering weak nuclear deal

With talks on hold amid a tentative ceasefire, the Trump administration is eager to find an alternative to restarting an unpopular war that has roiled markets and drawn criticism.

Trump says he won't use nuclear weapon in Iran war

US President Donald Trump on Thursday ruled out using a nuclear weapon in the war against Iran, noting that he hopes to make the "best" peace deal with the Islamic Republic and does not want to "rush" himself. Trump made the remarks during a press availability, two days after he announced an extension of a ceasefire with Iran until Tehran submits a "unified" proposal. His administration believes Iran is grappling with internal division between moderates and hard-liners, which makes it difficult

By The Korea Herald

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

Iran blames US as truce talks reach a deadlock - China Daily - Global Edition

Iran blames US as truce talks reach a deadlock  China Daily - Global Edition

US, Iran fight verbal duel as truce teeters on brink

• Pezeshkian touts 'iron unity' after Trump's criticism • US president threatens to shoot boats laying mines • I

By agencies

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