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Trade negotiations between the US and Canada collapsed late Friday, prompting President Trump to impose 50% tariffs on Canadian goods and Prime Minister Carney to promise dollar-for-dollar retaliation. A leaked recording reportedly captures Vice President Vance mocking Carney, while both sides trade blame over last-minute demands.
US President Donald Trump said no talks with Iran are taking place or scheduled, while Iran insists the Strait of Hormuz stays closed until US conditions are met. Meanwhile, Iranian officials signal openness to regional diplomacy and economic hardship at home.
Negotiations between Canada and the United States broke down on Friday, leading to the imposition of 50% U.S. tariffs on about $20 billion in Canadian goods. Prime Minister Mark Carney announced dollar-for-dollar retaliatory tariffs starting September 8, as provincial leaders and industry officials weigh the economic impact.
US President Donald Trump again shared a map depicting the Strait of Hormuz as 'NEW US Territory,' drawing a sharp rebuke from Iran's top security official. As the US prepares to announce major new sanctions, Iran has threatened to target countries that join the economic pressure campaign and warned that not a drop of oil would pass through the strait if it is besieged.
The United States and Canada failed to reach a trade deal, leading to the imposition of 50% tariffs on about $20 billion of Canadian goods. Canada announced matching retaliatory tariffs effective September 8, escalating tensions between the longtime allies.
Iran's rial dropped to a record low against the dollar as Washington readied what it called an 'economic D-Day' of new sanctions. The currency's fall underscores the toll of nearly six months of war, with inflation soaring, oil exports halted, and pressure mounting on Tehran despite its control of the Strait of Hormuz.
US President Donald Trump announced plans to meet North Korean leader Kim Jong-un later this year, citing their personal rapport and Pyongyang's 57 nuclear weapons. The announcement follows his decision to scale back joint military drills with South Korea, drawing mixed reactions from Seoul, Pyongyang, and US lawmakers.
Natalie Harp, a trusted aide to President Donald Trump, has been thrust into the spotlight after Senator Jon Ossoff questioned her presence on a secretive flight. Newly reviewed tweets show her fervent support for Trump on January 6, 2021, while her brother calls her relationship with the president 'unhealthy.'
Natalie Harp, an executive assistant to President Donald Trump, has come under public notice for her role as a constant presence at his side, personal letters expressing intense devotion, and involvement in recent security and political matters. Multiple outlets have reported on nicknames given to her by colleagues and observers, as well as questions surrounding her security clearance. White House officials have defended her loyalty and status.
President Trump declared on Truth Social that Iran cannot possess a nuclear weapon 'in any way, shape or form' as the 60-day ceasefire agreement signed in June expired Monday, with no permanent peace deal reached. Iran rejected the deadline, citing 'gross and widespread US violations' and saying it does not formulate policy under pressure. In related developments, US envoy Jared Kushner pressed Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu to accept a Gaza peace plan, while Hunter Biden and Bill Maher sparred over Kushner's role on 'Real Time.'
The United States has cancelled the Ssangyong amphibious landing exercise with South Korea, citing constraints on US forces due to the war in Iran. The move follows President Trump's order to scale back the separate Ulchi Freedom Shield exercise, raising questions about alliance reliability and prompting concerns in Seoul.
Bangladesh has said it is open to joining the Saudi Arabia-Pakistan-Turkiye defence pact, with two junior ministers stressing any decision hinges on national interests. Meanwhile, reports of an invitation for Iran to join remain unconfirmed, with Tehran denying receiving any official proposal.
White House press secretary Karoline Leavitt confirmed she will return to the Trump-aligned super PAC MAGA Inc. after leaving the administration at the end of August, citing family reasons. President Trump has yet to name her successor, while he has indicated interest in Scott Jennings and Margo Martin for the role.
A Financial Times report citing sources close to Tehran says Iran has assessed striking US military assets in southeastern Europe, including bases in Bulgaria and Cyprus, if President Trump escalates the conflict. NATO says it is prepared to defend allies, while Bulgaria and Cyprus have taken precautionary measures and Cypriot officials deny the threat.
President Donald Trump has vowed an intensified economic campaign against Iran, with Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent signaling unprecedented measures as soon as next week. Options include secondary sanctions on Chinese refiners and banks, while Iran’s key oil trade with China and ties to neighboring countries complicate enforcement. Officials and analysts outline the scale of existing sanctions and the constraints on further pressure.
President Donald Trump told supporters in South Carolina that he considers the Strait of Hormuz 'an American territory,' escalating his rhetoric amid the ongoing war with Iran. Iranian officials dismissed the remarks as 'fanciful delusions' and reaffirmed Tehran's sovereignty over the strategic waterway.
Washington has announced an unprecedented push to isolate Iran's economy, with Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent pledging to sever every economic lifeline of the 'tyrannical regime.' Iran has vowed to shut down Gulf oil exports if the pressure continues, as diplomatic efforts and a crisis in the Strait of Hormuz deepen.
Chief Justice John Roberts issued a temporary order Friday permitting the Trump administration to continue constructing the $400 million White House ballroom while the Supreme Court weighs an emergency appeal. The order came as lower-court rulings requiring congressional approval for the project were set to take effect. The decision marks the latest development in a legal battle between the administration and historic preservation advocates.
Iranian Parliament Speaker Mohammad Bagher Ghalibaf said Saturday that Tehran received 'numerous messages' from neighboring countries seeking new regional security arrangements, though he did not name any nations. The remarks come as Washington prepares to announce what Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent has called the 'toughest sanctions in history' against Iran.
President Trump asserts the US has 'total control' of the Strait of Hormuz, pledging to keep it, while Iran is described as 'shot' with 'no money.' Yet independent tracking data and official counts suggest traffic remains far below pre-war levels, and analysts dispute the administration's figures.