Germany's Merz: I wouldn't advise my children to live in US - Reuters

Germany's Merz: I wouldn't advise my children to live in US  Reuters

German Chancellor, After Iran Spat With Trump, Reports ‘Good’ Phone Call

The call, initiated by Friedrich Merz, came soon after he told young people, “I am a great admirer of America. My admiration is not increasing at the moment.”

By Jim Tankersley

Germany’s Merz says he would not want his children to move to US

Chancellor wary about the ‘social climate developing there’ as relations with Donald Trump hit new low

Germany’s Merz repeats criticism of US: ‘I would not advise my children to go’

German chancellor says he no longer views US as land of opportunity amid ‘deeply polarising’ social climate Friedrich Merz, the German chancellor already embroiled in a row with US president Donald Trump over the Iran war, has said he would not advise his children to study or work in the US in the current climate. Speaking to a conference of young Catholics in Würzburg, the conservative leader, viewed by many as a transatlanticist, said he no longer saw the US as the land of opportunity. Con...

By Deborah Cole in Berlin

Trump departs China touting deals, but little clarity on Iran or Taiwan

Trump tells reporters he is still deciding fate of new Taiwan weapons package, says not "asking for any favors" on Iran.

Trump leaves China summit with Iran, Taiwan, and trade in focus - CNN

Trump leaves China summit with Iran, Taiwan, and trade in focus  CNN

Germany news: Chancellor Merz says he wouldn't advise his kids to go to the US

Chancellor Friedrich Merz said he wouldn't currently advise young Germans like his children to move to the US to study or work. He cited "the social climate that has suddenly developed." DW has more.

Trump warns Taiwan against declaring independence from China after meeting Xi

US President Donald Trump on Friday warned Taiwan against formally declaring its independence in an interview with Fox News shortly before the end of his visit to China. During their meetings, Chinese President Xi Jinping had pressed him against supporting the self-ruling island.

By FRANCE 24

Iran's top diplomat says a lack of trust is impeding talks to end war with the US

Iran’s foreign minister says that a lack of trust remains the biggest obstacle in negotiations to end the war with the U.S. Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi said contradictory messages from the U.S. have made Iran reluctant about its intentions in the stalled ceasefire negotiations

By Sheikh Saaliq and Adam Schreck

Takeaways from Trump's trip to China: Taiwan, a new framework for relationship and flattery for Xi

Trump-Xi summit ends with twist: US staff dump Chinese-issued phones before boarding plane

US staff and press accompanying President Trump reportedly discarded materials from Chinese officials before departing Beijing. This occurred despite public displays of goodwill, as behind-the-scenes tensions over security and media access surfaced during the visit, echoing past diplomatic friction.

By TOI WORLD DESK

Trump's staff was forced to destroy phones before leaving China: Here's why

Trump's delegation disposed of burner phones and credentials before leaving China.

Xi Jinping has just rewritten the rules of US-China rivalry - The Straits Times

Xi Jinping has just rewritten the rules of US-China rivalry  The Straits Times

America’s National Shabbat: An invitation Jews cannot afford to miss - opinion

Trump’s call for a national Shabbat highlights a growing Judeo-Christian alliance and a new cultural moment in America.

"Favour To Pakistan": Trump Reveals Why US Backed Ceasefire With Iran

The US president reiterated his decision that he does not allow Iran to acquire nuclear weapons and that Tehran should give up the enriched uranium that it has accumulated over the years.

Iran has ‘no trust’ in the US, will negotiate only if it is serious

Tehran has “no trust” in the U.S. and is interested in negotiating with Washington only if it is serious, Iran’s Foreign Minister Abbas Araqchi said on Friday, as talks on ending the war remained on hold. All vessels can pass through the Strait of Hormuz except those at war with Tehran, Araqchi told reporters in […]

Iran Says It Has "No Trust" In US, Insists There Is "No Military Solution"

Iran Says It Has "No Trust" In US, Insists There Is "No Military Solution" Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi said on Friday that Tehran has "no trust" in the United States and remains interested in negotiations only if Washington demonstrates seriousness, as talks aimed at ending the war remain stalled. Speaking to Indian media during the second day of the BRICS foreign ministers meeting in New Delhi, Araghchi said military initiatives are ineffective in resolving regional...

By Tyler Durden

Germany's Merz: I wouldn't advise my children to live in US - The Star | Malaysia

Germany's Merz: I wouldn't advise my children to live in US  The Star | Malaysia

Trump says China to buy 200 Boeing jets, order could go up to 750 - The Daily Star

Trump says China to buy 200 Boeing jets, order could go up to 750  The Daily Star

Strait of Hormuz is closed ‘only to our enemies’ – Iran

Shortly after the war began, Iran’s armed forces took control of the Strait of Hormuz, which is vital for energy trade. The post Strait of Hormuz is closed ‘only to our enemies’ – Iran appeared first on Vanguard News.

By Henry Oduah

China-US talks signal wider gains for Europe and Finland

China and the United States moved to stabilise relations during President Donald Trump’s state visit to Beijing, with both governments presenting the summit as a step toward long-term cooperation between the world’s two largest economies. Chinese President Xi Jinping and Trump agreed on what Chinese officials described as a “constructive China-US relationship of strategic stability,” a framework designed to guide ties for the next three years and beyond.

Iran FM says 'received messages' from US saying willing to continue talks - Naharnet

Iran FM says 'received messages' from US saying willing to continue talks  Naharnet