Top Iranian Security Official Threatens Trump Amid Escalating Tensions
Exchange of threats follows Trump’s warning of massive U.S. retaliation if Iran disrupts oil flows through the Strait of Hormuz
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Trump Demands Iran’s ‘Unconditional Surrender’ Amid Mediation Efforts
Donald Trump called for Iran’s surrender hours after Masoud Pezeshkian said countries had begun mediation attempts
Indonesia’s Threatens to Quit Trump’s “Board of Peace”
The Indonesian Ulema Council has urged Jakarta to leave the initiative
Trump Demands Iran’s ‘Unconditional Surrender’ as Israel Expands Strikes in Lebanon
Donald Trump called for Iran’s unconditional surrender while Israel intensified airstrikes in Beirut and across the region
Donald Trump Fires Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem
Lawmakers from both parties had recently criticised her leadership
Marjorie Taylor Greene Criticises Donald Trump over Iran Conflict
Republican congresswoman Marjorie Taylor Greene publicly rebuked Donald Trump after US military action against Iran and raised concerns about his leadership
Markets Watch Trump Trade Fallout after Supreme Court Tariff Blow
Investors watch global markets and trade partners seek clarity after the US Supreme Court strikes down Donald Trump’s emergency tariff powers
Trump Directs Pentagon to Release UFO Files as Public Curiosity Surges
New directive instructs defence officials to review and release documents on unidentified aerial phenomena and alien life, though no timeline has been confirmed
Munich Security Report Accuses Trump of Undermining Global Order
Annual security forum warns US-led postwar order is “under destruction” amid rising geopolitical tensions
Trump’s $10Bn Defamation Lawsuit Against BBC Set for Trial in 2027
Florida court rejects BBC’s motion to dismiss as legal battle over Panorama Capitol speech edit moves toward trial.
Donald Trump Criticises Bad Bunny’s Super Bowl Halftime Show
"Nobody understands a word this guy is saying," Trump wrote
Trump Denounces But Refuses to Apologise for Obama Ape Video
The post drew criticism from Democrats and some Republicans
German Defence Minister Warns Europe Against Fear-Driven US Politics
Boris Pistorius urges EU leaders to act confidently toward Washington amid tensions with Donald Trump
EU Accelerates Trade Push as Global Trading System Faces Upheaval
Brussels seeks new partnerships amid U.S. tariff uncertainty and shifting global alliances
Activists Say Iran Protest Death Toll Tops 5K as Internet Blackout and U.S. Tensions Intensify
Activists warn real number of victims may be higher as arrests grow and Washington issues military warnings
Donald Trump Backs Off Greenland Tariffs, Says Deal is Close
Denmark stressed that any resolution must respect its sovereignty
Trump Rules Out Use of Force Over Greenland in Davos Speech, Drawing Mixed Reactions
U.S. president seeks to ease fears at World Economic Forum but critics warn of damage to NATO and global trust
Macron Takes Aim at ‘Bullies’ in Davos Speech as Tensions With Trump Escalate
French president urges Europe to defend its interests at the World Economic Forum amid trade and diplomatic disputes with the U.S.
Trump Threatens 200% Tariff on French Wine Over Macron Peace Board Stance
France intends to decline the invitation at this stage
U.S. Catholic Cardinals Urge Trump Administration to Follow Moral Compass in Foreign Policy
The three cardinals cited Venezuela, Greenland and Ukraine in their statement — saying they "raised basic questions about the use of military force and the meaning of peace". Photo: AP
China Hits 2025 Growth Target on Exports but Economic Slowdown Raises Concerns
Strong trade offsets weak consumer demand as quarterly growth falls to its slowest pace since 2022
Machado Gives Nobel Medal to Trump at White House Meeting
Trump intends to keep the medal
U.S. Acquisition of Greenland Could Cost Up to $700 Bn as Trump Pushes Claim
Denmark and Greenland reject US claims over the Arctic island as NATO allies move to reinforce regional security
Trump Administration to Suspend U.S. Visa Processing for 75 Countries
State Department orders review of procedures amid widening immigration crackdown