FEBRUARY 21 – In a sweeping move to reduce the size of the federal workforce, President Donald Trump has initiated mass layoffs targeting federal employees whose salaries are not directly funded by taxpayers. The decision has sparked controversy, particularly due to its impact on regulatory agencies responsible for overseeing critical industries, including healthcare and finance. … Read more
WASHINGTON/MOSCOW/KYIV, Feb 12 – U.S. President Donald Trump announced that both Russian President Vladimir Putin and Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskiy conveyed their willingness to seek a peaceful resolution to the ongoing war in Ukraine. The statement came after Trump spoke with both leaders separately on Wednesday, following which he directed U.S. officials to initiate diplomatic … Read more
WASHINGTON, Feb 11 – In a significant move to reshape the federal government, President Donald Trump has directed U.S. agencies to collaborate with billionaire entrepreneur Elon Musk in an effort to reduce the size of the federal workforce. The executive order, signed in the Oval Office, tasks government agencies with identifying positions for potential layoffs … Read more
FEBRUARY 11 – The U.S. Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) has identified thousands of previously unrecognized documents related to the assassination of former President John F. Kennedy. This discovery comes in response to an executive order signed by President Donald Trump, who has long advocated for the full release of classified intelligence and law enforcement … Read more
ABOARD AIR FORCE ONE, Feb. 9 – President Donald Trump has announced his decision to impose additional 25% tariffs on all steel and aluminum imports entering the United States. This move, which builds upon prior metal duties, marks another significant shift in his administration’s approach to trade policies. Speaking to reporters aboard Air Force One … Read more
WASHINGTON, Feb 7 – U.S. President Donald Trump has reintroduced economic and travel sanctions against individuals involved in investigations by the International Criminal Court (ICC) into American citizens and U.S. allies, including Israel. This decision echoes actions taken during his first term in office, highlighting his administration’s opposition to the ICC’s authority over non-member states. … Read more
AMRITSAR, India, Feb 6 – The Indian government is actively working with U.S. officials to ensure that Indian nationals being deported are treated with dignity and respect throughout the process. Foreign Minister Subrahmanyam Jaishankar addressed the issue on Thursday, emphasizing that India remains committed to upholding the rights of its citizens abroad while also acknowledging … Read more
WASHINGTON/BEIJING, Feb 4 – In response to newly imposed U.S. trade tariffs, China implemented selective duties on American imports on Tuesday while also signaling potential sanctions against several major companies, including Google. This measured reaction comes as President Donald Trump introduced extensive levies on Chinese goods. Despite the escalating tensions, market sentiment saw a boost … Read more
FEBRUARY 3 – U.S. President Donald Trump is set to engage in critical talks with Mexican President Claudia Sheinbaum and Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau regarding his plans to impose significant tariffs on goods from both countries. The discussions come at a time when Mexico is preparing its own “Plan B” in response to the … Read more
WASHINGTON, Feb 2 – Elon Musk has stated that President Donald Trump supports shutting down the U.S. Agency for International Development (USAID). This announcement follows recent turmoil within the agency, including funding freezes and the suspension of multiple employees. During a live discussion on X Spaces early Monday, Musk stated, “I thoroughly discussed the USAID … Read more