The Trump Canada trade war has entered a sharper phase after negotiations between Washington and Ottawa collapsed and new US tariffs took effect. Canada is preparing dollar-for-dollar retaliation from September 8, adding fresh pressure to one of the world's largest and most integrated trading relationships. Canada Tariffs The United States imposed tariffs of up to 50% on a new group of Canadian

US President Donald Trump has again claimed that Israel would not exist today without his policies toward Iran. In a wide-ranging interview, he defended withdrawing from the JCPOA, discussed Mojtaba Khamenei’s condition and said the Strait of Hormuz was functioning despite continuing attacks. JCPOA exit returns to center of Trump Israel claim

Iran sanctions pressure has intensified after US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent claimed Tehran’s leadership is showing signs that Washington’s new economic campaign is working. Iranian officials rejected that assessment, while oil prices fell despite continuing US-Iran tensions. Bessent claim focuses on Iranian leaders Bessent said on

The Kennedy Center demolition warning has intensified a legal and political fight over President Donald Trump’s plan to close the Washington arts institution for two years. Justice Department lawyers now argue that without major repairs, the landmark could deteriorate to the point where demolition becomes necessary. Trump renovation plan faces new legal pres

US Iran sanctions have triggered a fresh diplomatic clash after Tehran accused Washington of using economic pressure to force countries into compliance. The dispute comes as President Donald Trump says mines have been cleared from the Strait of Hormuz while Iran and Oman discuss a temporary shipping corridor. Iran row grows over US economic pressure

A Barron Trump Iran threat aired by Iranian state television has prompted scrutiny from the US Secret Service. The agency says it is aware of the broadcast and investigates anything perceived as a threat to its protectees, as tensions between Washington and Tehran remain high. USSS probe follows Iran TV video The US Secret Service confirme

Trump Korea drill cuts have changed the scale of one of Washington’s most important military exercises in Asia. President Donald Trump ordered the Pentagon to sharply reduce US participation in drills with South Korea, citing their cost and his effort to reopen diplomacy with North Korean leader Kim Jong Un. ROK drills reduced after Trump order

The Syria terror delisting marks one of Washington’s most dramatic policy reversals in the Middle East. The United States has formally removed Syria from its State Sponsors of Terrorism list after nearly 47 years, opening new economic opportunities while strengthening ties with President Ahmed al-Sharaa’s government. Syria terror delisting ends a 47-year

The Trump mail voting order received a temporary boost from the US Supreme Court on August 24, but the justices did not decide whether President Donald Trump can ultimately impose the disputed election measures. The 6-3 ruling focused on jurisdiction, leaving major legal questions unresolved before the November midterms. Supreme Court ruling gives Trump a pro

Ontario Premier Doug Ford sharply escalated his feud with US President Donald Trump, calling him a “bully,” “dictator” and “loser” as the Canada-US tariff dispute moved from trade negotiations into an increasingly personal political confrontation. Ford Trump row turns personal Ford made the remarks during a news conference in Ha

Trump Canada tariffs have pushed the US-Canada trade dispute into a sharper confrontation after negotiations collapsed and Washington imposed 50% duties on roughly $20 billion in Canadian imports. Ottawa is preparing counter-tariffs, while US officials warn Canada could face severe economic consequences. Trump Canada tariffs follow failed trade talks

The US-Canada trade war intensified over the weekend after the Trump administration warned Ottawa that retaliating against Washington’s new tariffs could bring “devastating” economic consequences. Canada, however, has refused to back down, with Prime Minister Mark Carney announcing counter-tariffs after trade negotiations collapsed. Trump Canada tariffs

Iran has portrayed Washington’s intensified economic campaign against Tehran as evidence that the United States failed to achieve its objectives through military pressure. An Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps spokesperson said Iran was prepared for further US actions and would seek to limit the impact of economic pressure while expanding ties with other countries.

Canada retaliatory tariffs on US goods will begin September 8 after Trump’s 50% tariffs on Canada took effect. As Canada-US trade talks collapse, Mark Carney has promised a dollar-for-dollar response to protect Canadian industries and workers. Canada-US trade talks collapse Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney has announced that Canada will impose retaliator

US-Iran tensions, a deadly Russian drone attack in Ukraine, security concerns in Meghalaya and a new international notice linked to the Sambhal violence case. Officials have issued fresh statements as military, diplomatic and law-enforcement developments unfold. Trump Hormuz remarks sharpen US-Iran tensions US President Donald Trump said he views the Strait of Hormuz as “American territory”

Iran has sharpened its defence rhetoric as pressure from Washington intensifies, with Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps chief Ahmad Vahidi saying the country has built a “solid defensive shield” against external threats. His remarks come as President Donald Trump expands economic pressure on Tehran. Vahidi plan In a message marking National Defence Industry Day, Vahidi said Iran was confron

The US debt has crossed $40 trillion for the first time, putting renewed focus on federal deficits, higher interest costs and Treasury yields. The milestone does not mean an immediate debt crisis, but it highlights how rapidly Washington’s borrowing burden is growing. Why US debt keeps rising The United States’ gross national debt reach

The Natalie Harp Trump row has intensified after Georgia Senator Jon Ossoff publicly targeted President Donald Trump’s close working relationship with his executive assistant. The remarks triggered an unusually aggressive White House response and renewed attention on Harp’s access, personal letters and role inside Trump’s circle. Ossoff remarks put Natalie Harp in spotlight Democratic Sen

President Donald Trump has renewed his US Hormuz control claim, saying Washington has “complete control” of the Strait of Hormuz as more oil tankers move through the strategic waterway. Shipping remains well below normal levels, however, while Iran continues to dispute American claims of control. Trump Hormuz claim Trump told reporters on Wednesday that a large number of vessels had recentl

US ICC sanctions have intensified Washington's dispute with the International Criminal Court. The Trump administration has designated ICC President Tomoko Akane and senior trial lawyer Abdoulaye Seye, escalating the ICC jurisdiction row and its campaign over national sovereignty. US ICC sanctions The United States announced sanctions against two senior International Criminal Court officials on