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AI summaryIran has rejected a US ceasefire proposal delivered by Iraqi Prime Minister Ali al-Zaidi, according to reports, but Iraq's government denies the claims. Iranian officials said the proposal failed to address control of the Strait of Hormuz. The developments come amid heightened tensions and threats of a massive US attack.
AI summaryA US appeals court has ruled that federal immigration law does not bar a lower court from ordering the release of Georgetown University scholar Badar Khan Suri, who was detained for his pro-Palestinian activism. The ruling rejected the Trump administration's efforts to re-detain him, though other cases have seen appellate reversals.
AI summaryThe US military has carried out a new series of strikes on Iran, while Iran-backed Houthi rebels have escalated the conflict by attacking Saudi tankers in the Red Sea, driving up oil prices. President Trump has threatened to hold Iran responsible, even as the US House passed a resolution to halt military action.
AI summaryThe Trump administration has imposed new tariffs on over 80 countries, ranging from 10% to 12.5%, replacing a temporary global duty. The tariffs, justified under Section 301 of the Trade Act of 1974 and linked to forced labor investigations, affect major trading partners including the UK, Canada, Mexico, China, and the EU.
AI summaryThe US has imposed new tariffs ranging from 10% to 12.5% on imports from 60 trading partners, including Australia and Russia, citing inadequate enforcement of forced labour bans. The move replaces temporary global tariffs and has drawn criticism from affected governments, particularly Australia.
AI summaryThe Pentagon's official casualty list for the Iran war has not been updated to include four US service members killed over the weekend, even as their remains are set to be honored in a ceremony. The discrepancy has raised questions about the accuracy of the count, with the Pentagon attributing it to temporary data issues.
AI summaryThe Norwegian soccer federation will consider filing a formal complaint with FIFA's Ethics Committee over the overturning of Folarin Balogun's red card, which came after US President Donald Trump called FIFA president Gianni Infantino. Federation president Lise Klaveness said the incident put 'the whole game at risk' and that the verdict was influenced by external forces.
AI summaryRussian Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov and U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio met in Manila, where Moscow reiterated its opposition to continued arms supplies to Ukraine while reaffirming readiness for a political settlement. The talks came as Kyiv sought to revive stalled diplomacy and Washington's focus shifted to the Middle East.
AI summaryPreparations are underway for Chinese President Xi Jinping's anticipated visit to Washington in September, with US Senator Steve Daines expected to travel to China and Chinese Vice-Foreign Minister Ma Zhaoxu reportedly heading to the US to lay the groundwork. President Donald Trump has said Xi will arrive on September 24, though details on the agenda remain limited.
AI summarySouth Korea and the United States launched the Korea-U.S. Shipbuilding Partnership Center in Washington to facilitate a $150 billion investment in the U.S. shipbuilding sector. Officials from both countries emphasized the need for tangible results under the MASGA initiative, and Samsung Heavy Industries announced new cooperation agreements with U.S. firms.
AI summaryThe White House announced the expansion of a voluntary pledge aimed at ensuring consumers don't bear the energy costs of AI datacenter build-out, with about 200 entities signing on. The pledge covers companies delivering 80% of US power, though it remains non-binding.
AI summaryUS President Donald Trump has said Iran is not yet ready for an agreement with Washington and that the United States must continue combat operations against Tehran. Trump also said he avoids setting deadlines for strikes, while Pentagon chief Pete Hegseth said the military remains prepared for strikes at levels unseen since World War II.
AI summaryA proposed cryptocurrency bill, the Clarity Act, has exposed a rift among Senate Democrats as they grapple with President Donald Trump’s disclosed $1.4 billion profit from crypto last year. Seven Democrats have opposed the latest draft, citing weak ethics provisions, while others call for a break with the industry ahead of the midterms.
AI summaryRecent footage shows President Donald Trump responding to a journalist's question during Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman's visit to the White House, with reports highlighting a renewed focus on nuclear cooperation tied to normalisation with Israel.
AI summaryIsraeli Defense Minister Israel Katz and Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu have issued stark warnings to Iran, saying any attack on Israel would trigger a powerful military response. The statements follow a security assessment and come amid ongoing tensions, with reports of possible US strikes on Iran.
AI summaryUS Secretary of State Marco Rubio and Russian Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov met on the sidelines of an ASEAN gathering in Manila, where Rubio said new ideas are needed to break the deadlock in Ukraine peace talks. The Kremlin has demanded that the US stop supplying weapons to Ukraine and align with the 'Alaska Understandings,' while Moscow remains skeptical about a near-term peace deal.
AI summaryUS President Donald Trump has warned of major military punishment for Iran after Houthi fighters struck two Saudi oil tankers in the Red Sea, sending Brent crude above $100 a barrel for the first time since May. International leaders, including UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres, expressed alarm over the escalating conflict.
AI summaryThe US House of Representatives passed a war powers resolution directing President Trump to halt military action against Iran, but the Senate voted to block a similar measure. The votes reflect growing bipartisan frustration with a conflict that has dragged on beyond initial predictions.
AI summaryOil prices have surged past $100 a barrel for the first time since May, driven by escalating attacks by Yemen's Houthis on Saudi oil tankers and continued US-Iran hostilities. The conflict threatens key shipping routes, raising concerns about global supply disruptions and economic impact.
AI summaryThe White House says the latest stage of President Trump's trade policy will be unveiled Thursday, with new tariffs expected to replace the current 10% regime. The announcement follows a contentious Senate hearing where US trade representative Jamieson Greer denied tariffs have raised prices for American families.