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Amid fragile ceasefire, Trump vows to strengthen trade with India and Pakistan A tentative ceasefire remained in effect between India and Pakistan on Sunday following several nights of intense conflict, as U.S. President Donald Trump expressed a willingness to help mediate a resolution on Kashmir and pledged to boost trade with both nations. After four days of the most severe military exchange in nearly 30 years—including missile and drone attacks targeting each other’s military sites—dozens have been reported dead on both sides. Though a truce was brokered through diplomatic channels and significant pressure from the United States, fresh artillery fire…

Look forward, not back’: Starmer outlines ambitious plan for renewed UK-EU trade ties Keir Starmer has declared that the UK is entering a “new era” in its relationship with the EU, unveiling plans for a closer trading partnership and suggesting the British public is ready to move beyond Brexit. Speaking ahead of a UK-EU summit later this month, the prime minister urged the nation to “look forward, not back” as his government launched a political push to strengthen cooperation with the bloc. The effort follows a week in which Starmer signed trade agreements with both the US and India. Starmer…

In his inaugural Mass as the 266th Pope of the Roman Catholic Church, Pope Leo XIV, born Robert Francis Prevost, expressed deep concern over the growing societal trend of prioritizing technology, wealth, and success over Christian values. Held in the Sistine Chapel, the Mass was attended by the College of Cardinals and marked a significant moment in the pontiff’s early papacy. Pope Leo XIV, at 69, became the first North American pope and brings decades of international missionary experience, particularly from Peru. His homily addressed the challenges faced by believers in a secular world, lamenting the societal wounds associated with…

President Donald Trump has expressed openness to significantly reducing the U.S.’s current 145% tariff rate on China ahead of upcoming trade talks between the two nations. In a post on Truth Social Friday morning, Trump wrote: “80% Tariff on China seems right! Up to Scott B.,” seemingly referring to Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent. This comes one day before Bessent and U.S. Trade Representative Jamieson Greer are set to meet with their Chinese counterparts in Geneva, Switzerland, for trade negotiations. Yesterday, Trump hinted that he might consider lowering the current 145% tariff on China. “I mean, we’re going to see. Right…

Dissidents in UK warn of rising Iran threat amid alleged plot targeting Israeli embassy Iranian dissidents based in the UK have sounded the alarm over what they describe as an increasingly “aggressive and dangerous” stance by Tehran abroad, following revelations that the Israeli embassy in London may have been the intended target of a significant terror plot. Four Iranian nationals are currently in custody, being interrogated by counter-terrorism police in connection with a suspected plan to strike what authorities have so far only labeled as a “specific premises.” However, several well-placed sources have indicated that the Israeli embassy in Kensington,…

President Donald Trump announced early Thursday that he plans to sign a trade agreement with the United Kingdom, marking the first such deal since he imposed sweeping global tariffs that have shaken financial markets and raised concerns about global economic disruption. In a message posted on Truth Social, Trump stated: “This should be a very big and exciting day for the United States of America and the United Kingdom. Press Conference at The Oval Office, 10 A.M. Thank you!” Trump has frequently claimed that several countries are eager to reach trade agreements with the U.S. to avoid the harshest impacts…

Joe Biden has sharply criticized Donald Trump’s stance on Russia, labeling it “modern-day appeasement,” and warned that Europe could begin to doubt America’s reliability. This marks Biden’s first major interview since leaving office in January. In a conversation with the BBC, Biden said Vladimir Putin views Ukraine as historically belonging to Russia. He dismissed Trump’s recent suggestion that Ukraine should cede territory to end the conflict, calling such ideas “foolish” and naive about Putin’s intentions. Speaking from Delaware during commemorations for the 80th anniversary of the end of World War II, Biden compared Trump’s attitude to the failed appeasement policies…

UK savers urged to act before interest rates start falling Britain’s savers are being encouraged to act quickly and secure top savings rates before they start to decline. With the Bank of England widely expected to cut interest rates on Thursday, experts are warning against complacency, noting that competitive deals are still available for those who shop around. Despite recent reductions, providers are still offering easy access and fixed-rate savings accounts paying over 4.5%, driven by market competition. The Bank’s base rate, which reached 5.25% last summer, has since been trimmed to 4.5% after three cuts – two last year…

WASHINGTON — In a marked departure from past tensions, President Donald Trump’s first meeting with Canada’s new Prime Minister, Mark Carney, unfolded with far less friction than his previous encounters with former PM Justin Trudeau. Still, Carney made clear on Tuesday that Canada has no intention of becoming part of the United States. “Some things, like prime real estate, just aren’t for sale,” Carney, the former central banker, remarked. Trump, seated beside him, nodded in agreement. “You visited Buckingham Palace — that’s one. And after months on the campaign trail speaking with Canadians across the country, I can say this…

US talks are an opportunity for Rwanda to boost its geopolitical reach Rwanda’s latest discussions with the United States over hosting deported migrants mark another step in its strategy to present itself as a cooperative partner in the anti-immigration efforts of Western allies. While similar attempts with the UK, Israel, and Denmark have previously drawn headlines, they ultimately faltered under political and legal pressure. On Sunday, Rwandan Foreign Minister Olivier Nduhungirehe confirmed the early-stage talks with Washington. Speaking on state television, he said, “Those reports are true. We are engaged in discussions with the government of the United States of…