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Trump Threatens Military Action In Nigeria Over Killings

Trump Threatens Military Action In Nigeria Over Killings

November 2, 2025 2:24 am

U.S. President Donald Trump on Saturday announced he has directed the United States Department of Defense to prepare for possible military intervention in Nigeria if the West African nation does not take swift action against the killing of Christians. At the same time, he declared that all U.S. aid and assistance to the country will be cut off immediately. 

This development marks a sharp escalation in U.S.–Nigeria relations and signals that religious-freedom concerns are now being publicly elevated to the level of potential military involvement. This heightens diplomatic tension and raises urgent questions about sovereignty, regional stability and U.S. foreign …

Mark Carney Apologizes To Trump Over Anti-tariff Ad

Mark Carney Apologizes To Trump Over Anti-tariff Ad

November 1, 2025 4:28 am

Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney has apologized to U.S. President Donald Trump over a controversial anti-tariff political ad aired by Ontario Premier Doug Ford, in a bid to ease tensions between the two countries after Washington froze trade talks.

Carney told reporters on Saturday that he made the apology privately during a dinner hosted by South Korea’s President earlier in the week, attended by both leaders as part of the Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation (APEC) summit in Seoul.

“I did apologize to the president,” Carney confirmed, echoing Trump’s remarks on Friday. “I told Ford I did not want to go …

Trump Denies Strikes On Venezuela Amid Rising Regional Tension

Trump Denies Strikes On Venezuela Amid Rising Regional Tension

November 1, 2025 12:50 am

United States President Donald Trump has dismissed reports that his administration is planning strikes inside Venezuela, despite a major U.S. military deployment to the Caribbean that has raised regional tensions.

Speaking to reporters aboard Air Force One on Friday, Trump flatly denied suggestions that Washington was considering military action against Venezuela. “No,” he said when asked if reports about planned strikes were true.

His comments appeared to contradict statements he made earlier this month suggesting that the United States might take direct action against individuals or groups allegedly linked to drug trafficking. “I think we’re just going to kill …

Trump Orders Resumption Of U.S. Nuclear Weapons Testing

Trump Orders Resumption Of U.S. Nuclear Weapons Testing

October 30, 2025 12:09 am

U.S. President Donald Trump has directed the Department of Defense to immediately resume nuclear weapons testing, saying the United States must act “on an equal basis” with other nuclear powers. The announcement came Wednesday on Truth Social, shortly before Trump’s planned meeting with Chinese President Xi Jinping in South Korea.

“Because of other countries’ testing programs, I have instructed the Department of War to start testing our nuclear weapons on an equal basis,” Trump wrote. “That process will begin immediately.”

The move marks a major shift in U.S. nuclear policy. Washington last conducted a full-scale nuclear test in 1992 under …

Trump China Trade Deal Hopes Rise Ahead Of APEC Talks

Trump China Trade Deal Hopes Rise Ahead Of APEC Talks

October 29, 2025 3:59 am

United States President Donald Trump said he anticipates reaching a “great deal” with Chinese President Xi Jinping during their meeting in South Korea this week, signaling a potential breakthrough in the renewed trade war between Washington and Beijing.

Speaking Wednesday at a business luncheon on the sidelines of the Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation (APEC) summit in Gyeongju, Trump told attendees the United States and China are close to a trade pact that would benefit both economies.

“That’s really a great result. That’s better than fighting and going through all sorts of problems,” Trump said, adding that the agreement would be “something …

Taiwan-US Relations Secure Ahead Of Trump Xi Talks

Taiwan-US Relations Secure Ahead Of Trump-Xi Talks

October 28, 2025 3:46 am

Taiwan-US relations remain solid, Taiwan’s foreign minister said Tuesday, rejecting concerns that President Donald Trump could bargain away the island’s interests when he meets China’s President Xi Jinping in South Korea this week.

Lin Chia lung told reporters in Taipei that there was no fear of abandonment. He said cooperation with Washington continued across security, trade and business despite Trump seeking a broader trade deal with Beijing.

The reassurance comes as Taipei watches Trump’s diplomacy closely. The US president has shifted his tone on Taiwan since taking office earlier this year, while publicly saying Xi promised not to invade …

Trump-Japan Trade Deal Marks New Chapter In Us-Japan Ties

Trump-Japan Trade Deal Marks New Chapter In Us-Japan Ties

October 28, 2025 1:02 am

In Tokyo on Tuesday, U.S. President Donald Trump and Japan’s newly appointed first female prime minister Sanae Takaichi formalised a sweeping agreement on critical minerals and rare earths while discussing trade, defence and investment. 

The “trump japan critical minerals deal” signals a firm pivot by both nations to secure supply chains for materials vital to everything from smartphones to fighter jets, and to bolster bilateral ties amid growing regional tensions. This step is layered atop broader moves involving trade and military coordination.

Read Also: Sanae Takaichi Becomes Japan’s First Female Prime Minister

Takaichi pledged to accelerate Japan’s defence spending to …

Trump Urges Putin To Stop Ukraine War After Missile Test

Trump Urges Putin To Stop Ukraine War After Missile Test

October 27, 2025 10:39 am

United States President Donald Trump said Monday that Russian President Vladimir Putin should focus on ending the war in Ukraine rather than showcasing new weapons, following Russia’s announcement of a successful test of a nuclear powered cruise missile.

His comments came after Moscow said the Burevestnik missile, known to NATO as Skyfall, had flown more than fourteen thousand kilometers. Russia has presented the system as a strategic response to expanded United States missile defense programs.

Trump spoke with reporters aboard Air Force One. He said the United States already has powerful nuclear capabilities near Russia and therefore does not need …

Trump Third Term Talk Keeps Americans Guessing On Future

Trump Third Term Talk Keeps Americans Guessing On Future

October 27, 2025 9:02 am

President Donald Trump said Monday he will not run for vice president in the 2028 election, yet he refused to rule out seeking a third term in the White House. The remarks have fueled renewed speculation over how he may attempt to extend his time in office.

Trump has frequently hinted on the campaign trail that he wants to remain in power beyond the usual limit, even selling “Trump 2028” merchandise to supporters. His latest comments keep that debate alive within the Republican Party as it looks ahead to its post-Trump future.

The U.S. Constitution’s 22nd Amendment bars any president …

Trump Imposes Extra 10% Tariff On Canada Over Ad Row

Trump Imposes Extra 10% Tariff On Canada Over Ad Row

October 25, 2025 6:04 pm

President Donald Trump announced a fresh 10-percent tariff on Canadian goods following a dispute about an Ontario-province advertisement featuring former President Ronald Reagan. The move marks a sharp escalation in U.S.-Canada trade tensions.

In a social-media post on Saturday, Trump accused Canada of running a “FRAUD” advertisement during the World Series that he said misrepresented Reagan’s views. He wrote that the ad “was to be taken down, IMMEDIATELY,” yet “they let it run last night… knowing that it was a FRAUD.” As a result, “I am increasing the Tariff on Canada by 10% over and above what they are paying …

US Warship Deployment In Caribbean Raises Venezuela Tension

US Warship Deployment In Caribbean Raises Venezuela Tension

October 25, 2025 3:05 pm

The United States has sent the USS Gerald R Ford to the Caribbean, sharply increasing its military presence near Venezuela. Washington says the massive carrier and accompanying forces are part of its campaign against drug traffickers in the region.

Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro has accused President Donald Trump of preparing a conflict. He claims the decision is meant to threaten his government rather than fight crime.

Maduro told state media that Washington promised to stay out of overseas conflicts yet is now “fabricating a war”. His comments follow a string of US air strikes on boats said to be …

U.S. Citizenship Test: Bar Raised For All Green Card Holders

U.S. Citizenship Test: Bar Raised For All Green Card Holders

October 24, 2025 12:15 pm

Tougher civics test and moral checks introduced as Trump administration tightens naturalization process for millions of aspiring U.S. citizens.

 Green card holders seeking U.S. citizenship now face a tougher road, as the government begins enforcing a new version of the Naturalization Civics Test designed to measure applicants’ understanding of American history, government, and values more rigorously.

The updated 2025 Civics Test, launched Monday October 20, 2025, is part of the Trump administration’s broader push to tighten immigration procedures and emphasize moral and civic integrity among new citizens. Applicants filing Form N-400 from October 20, 2025, onward must take the revised …

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