Trump Administration

 Hamas terrorists stand guard in Rafah, in the southern Gaza Strip, February 22, 2025

Hamas stalls Gaza ceasefire talks, betting Israel won't resume fighting

Hamas plays for time, stalling hostage talks and banking on a prolonged ceasefire.

US Task Force to Combat Antisemitism to probe 10 campuses

The reports on antisemitic incidences that encouraged the task force's visits were all made after Hamas's attacks in southern Israel on October 7, 2023.

'A proper slap down': Russian, world leaders respond to Trump, Zelensky’s tense exchange

France's Macron, after Trump-Zelensky clash, says "we must respect those who have been fighting since the beginning"

Trump says Mexico, Canada tariffs to take effect March 4

Trump vows to impose another 10% tariff on Chinese goods by March 4

By REUTERS
27/02/2025

Witkoff may travel to Middle East on Sunday if resumed ceasefire talks 'go positively'

Witkoff acknowledged that, at this point, he is unsure how the negotiations will achieve the Israeli and US redline of Hamas having no role in Gaza's governing structure.

Iran's 'shadow fleet' hit with additional sanctions from US Treasury

These actions followed multiple executive orders targeting Iranian oil sector sales, following a presidential memorandum to put maximum pressure on Iran.

US President Donald Trump seen over an Iranian flag (illustrative)

Sanctions disrupt Iran's oil trade network spanning multiple countries

“We don’t want to be tough on Iran. We don’t want to be tough on anybody…But they just can’t have a nuclear bomb," Trump had said.

US may leave int'l effort in prosecuting Russia for war crimes against Ukraine

US envoys had refused to label Russia as an "aggressor" during a meeting between multiple countries who were preparing to try Putin for war crimes.

 Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian welcomes Emir of Qatar Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al Thani, in Tehr

Qatar Emir’s Tehran visit signals key diplomatic moves amid US policy shifts

It’s likely that Doha may also be discussing the Iranian nuclear file because Doha could play a key role in any kind of US talks with Iran.

Trump's approval rating slips as Americans worry about the economy

Trump’s approval slips as inflation, tariffs, and economic uncertainty weigh on public sentiment, new poll shows.

By REUTERS
19/02/2025
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