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"Could've been solved": Donald Trump suggests he would have handled the Civil War better than Lincoln
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Trump Claims He Could Have Ended Civil War DifferentlyTrump argued the Civil War might have avoided 600,000 deaths and recently deployed National Guard troops in California.
- Donald Trump suggested he could have managed the Civil War more effectively than President Abraham Lincoln.
- He stated the conflict might have been resolved without losing more than 600,000 lives.
- Recently, Trump deployed National Guard forces within the United States, including to Los Angeles.
- California Governor Gavin Newsom accused Trump of seeking civil war through his actions, a claim Trump denied.
The Civil War, it always seemed to me maybe that could've been solved without losing 600,000 plus people.— Donald Trump suggested that he could have handled the Civil War better than Abraham Lincoln in a meeting with reporters at The White House.
Live update: Trump approves Iran strike, Fordow among potential targets: The conflict, now in its 7th day, has left at least 639 dead, over 1,300 wounded in Iran
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America’s Strategic Choice: Peace Over War with IranTrump must deter US combat involvement and lead a multilateral effort to curtail Iran’s nuclear ambitions within months.
- Israel’s strikes severely damaged Iran’s nuclear and military assets but lack the capacity to fully destroy the Fordow facility alone.
- Direct US participation would likely provoke Iranian attacks on American civilians, escalating the conflict dangerously.
- A diplomatic approach is needed that preserves Israeli gains while enabling Iran to negotiate without losing face.
- Sustained multilateral action and a UN-backed ceasefire based on verifiable nuclear restrictions are essential to ending the conflict.
Trump must work with Netanyahu to define an end goal for the war that can be achieved quickly: a significant and specific measure of destruction of Iran’s existing nuclear facilities and stockpile.— This statement emphasizes the necessity for Trump to collaborate with Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu to set a clear and achievable objective in the war against Iran.
Trump hosts Pakistani army chief at White House: WASHINGTON/ISLAMABAD/NEW DELHI (Reuters) -- U.S. President Donald Trump hosted Pakistan's army chief Field ...
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Trump privately approved attack plans for Iran pending final order, WSJ reports: U.S. President Donald Trump told senior aides late Tuesday that he approved ...
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Terry Moran Does Not Regret Posting the Message That Led to His Dismissal From ABC News
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Terry Moran’s Social Media Post Ends ABC CareerMoran was dismissed by ABC News in 2025 after posting about Trump; he now pursues independent journalism via Substack.
- Terry Moran stands by his deleted post criticizing President Trump and Stephen Miller, which led to his ABC News dismissal.
- ABC News first suspended Moran, then chose not to renew his contract shortly thereafter.
- He asserted that his post reflected his truthful views despite the network considering it harmful to their business.
- Following his departure, Moran joined Substack to continue his journalistic work independently.
I don’t think you should ever regret telling the truth. And I don’t.— Terry Moran in a recent interview with The New York Times regarding his social media post that led to his dismissal from ABC News.
Joe Biden to attend Juneteenth celebration in Texas: Former President Joe Biden will be attending a Juneteenth celebration at a historic African Methodist ...
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Trump installs 100-foot-tall new flag poles at the White House: President Donald Trump said the flags were a gift from him.
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Putin says NATO rearmament not a ‘threat’ to Russia: Russian President Vladimir Putin said Thursday that NATO’s push to ramp up defense spending was not a ...
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NAACP won't invite Trump to its national convention, breaking a 116-year tradition
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NAACP Breaks 116-Year Tradition Excluding TrumpTrump is the first president in over a century not invited to NAACP's July convention due to his actions against civil rights.
- The NAACP announced it will not invite President Trump to its annual convention for the first time in 116 years.
- NAACP CEO Derrick Johnson accused Trump of undermining democracy and civil rights through unconstitutional executive orders.
- The organization has filed lawsuits challenging the Trump administration’s cuts to diversity and inclusion funding.
- Trump’s policies reversing equity initiatives and restoring controversial military base names conflict with NAACP’s mission.
Donald Trump is attacking our democracy and our civil rights.— Derrick Johnson, president of the N.A.A.C.P., regarding the decision to not invite Trump to the national convention.
Mulvaney warns of safety concerns over White House’s new flagpoles: Former White House chief of staff Mick Mulvaney on Wednesday raised safety concerns about ...
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'Let's Mediate Russia First,' Trump Says to Putin's Offer to Broker Israel-Iran Peace
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Trump Urges Putin to Mediate Russia Conflict FirstTrump rejected Putin’s peace offer on Israel-Iran, insisting that resolving Ukraine’s war should come before Middle East mediation.
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- President Trump dismissed Putin's proposal to mediate the Israel-Iran conflict.
- Trump insisted that Putin should prioritize ending the war in Ukraine first.
- Putin positions himself as a mediator in the Middle East despite close ties to Iran and ongoing Ukraine aggression.
- Previous US attempts to end the Ukraine war stalled due to Putin's refusal to agree to a ceasefire.
Do me a favor, mediate your own. Let's mediate Russia first, okay?— Donald Trump, responding to Putin's offer to mediate in the Israel-Iran conflict.
Vladimir Putin reportedly ready for talks with Chancellor Merz: Relations between Moscow and Berlin are at a low point. However, Kremlin leader Vladimir Putin is ...
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Putin Open to Dialogue with Chancellor MerzPutin awaits Merz's initiative to talk; SPIEF hosts 20,000 participants from 140 countries amid tense relations.
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- Putin stated in St. Petersburg that Russia is open to talks with Chancellor Merz if Merz initiates contact.
- Due to arms deliveries to Ukraine, Russia does not consider Germany a neutral mediator in the conflict.
- German-Russian relations have reached a low point, with Moscow viewing Germany as an adversary.
- The St. Petersburg International Economic Forum attracts about 20,000 attendees from 140 countries and helps Russia bypass Western sanctions.
If Merz wants to call and talk, then Russia is open to these contacts.— Wladimir Putin, commented on a potential conversation with Chancellor Merz.
Trump approved attack plans for Iran — but hasn't made a final decision to strike
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The Fed Waits Out the Tariff Economy: Powell’s balancing act: projecting confidence while admitting ‘we don’t know’ what comes next
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Putin says NATO’s increased defense spending poses no 'threat' to Russia: Russian President Vladimir Putin said on Thursday NATO's drive to increase defence ...
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Putin Downplays NATO Build-Up, Vows Ukraine AdvancePutin dismisses NATO spending boost as no threat and confirms ongoing Russian military gains amid stalled Ukraine peace talks.
- Putin states NATO’s defense spending increase does not threaten Russia due to its self-sufficient security capabilities.
- Russian forces continue daily advances across the entire frontline in Ukraine despite international pressure.
- Putin questions Zelensky’s legitimacy and conditions a meeting with him on final peace negotiation stages.
- Despite numerous civilian casualties from Russian strikes, Putin denies targeting non-military sites.
We do not consider any rearmament by NATO to be a threat to the Russian Federation, because we are self-sufficient in terms of ensuring our own security.— Putin made this statement during a televised press conference in Saint Petersburg regarding NATO's defense spending.
Putin claims Israeli strikes have unified Iranian society around its leadership: Russian President Vladimir Putin said Thursday that a deal to end the fighting ...
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Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth says the Pentagon has given President Donald Trump options for Israel-Iran conflict
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Contentious Defense Hearing Sparks Sharp ExchangesOn June 18, 2025, Defense Secretary Hegseth faced tough questions on military protest actions and controversial firings.
- Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth clashed with Democratic senators during a Senate Armed Services Committee hearing about military responses to protests.
- Senator Elissa Slotkin pressed Hegseth to confirm whether orders to use lethal force against protesters were ever given, which he denied.
- Hegseth dismissed allegations that social media influencers affected personnel decisions, asserting his sole authority over such matters.
- The hearing concluded tensely after Senator Jacky Rosen accused Hegseth of lacking control over his department.
He had more guts and balls than you because he said, I'm not going to send in a uniformed military to do something that I know in my gut isn't right ... You're pooh-poohing this.— Senator Elissa Slotkin during a Senate Armed Services Committee hearing.
Trump: Iran proposed White House meeting, but it's : Trump is seriously considering U.S. strikes on Iran's underground nuclear facilities.
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Trump E. Jean Carroll Case: Appeals Court Shuts Down Trump Effort To Kill Case: The court rejected Trump’s effort to have the government take over his role in ...
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Pro-Trump media figures split over the U.S. role in the Israel-Iran conflict: Many of President Trump's nominal media allies are breaking with him over his ...
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Trump’s Iran Moves Risk Long-Term Middle East ConflictWithin four days, Trump shifted from urging diplomacy to demanding Iran’s unconditional surrender, raising war risks.
- Following Israel’s strike on Iran, Trump’s stance swung from restraint to aggressive threats.
- He demands Iran’s unconditional surrender and warns of severe consequences for noncompliance.
- No clear US strategy is evident as diplomatic talks were simultaneously being arranged.
- Military escalation risks triggering a prolonged and destabilizing conflict in the Middle East.
I will measure my own success not only by the battles we win but also by the wars that we end, and perhaps more importantly, the wars we never get into.— Donald Trump in his inaugural address.
MAGA supporters call President Trump out over Israel-Iran conflict response: Marjorie Taylor Greene and commentator Tucker Carlson are among those reminding ...
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Divisions Emerge Among Trump Supporters Over Iran StrikeCalls for military action against Iran are causing fractures in Trump's coalition ahead of the 2026 midterm elections.
- Potential U.S. involvement in striking Iran has revealed deep disagreements within Trump's political base.
- Key MAGA figures like Steve Bannon caution against entering another Middle East war without a diplomatic solution.
- Trump insists he opposes fighting but prioritizes preventing Iran from obtaining nuclear weapons.
- This internal conflict risks weakening Trump’s support and could influence Republican control in the 2026 midterms.
Iran cannot have a nuclear weapon.— Donald Trump, discussing the threat posed by Iran.
amaBhungane | Who went to Paris with Paul? Tenderpreneur joined Mashatile’s France-SA business trip
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OpinionOpinion | America Must Not Rush Into a War Against Iran: The decision to declare war rests with Congress alone.
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Trump rips Powell, suggests appointing himself to Fed: President Trump ramped up his criticism of Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell and suggested appointing ...
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Fed Maintains Rates Amid Inflation and Trade ConcernsInterest rates remain at 4.25%-4.50%, with two cuts projected by 2025 despite rising inflation and slower growth forecasts.
- The Federal Reserve kept its benchmark interest rate steady while indicating potential rate reductions in 2025.
- Inflation is forecasted to reach 3% by year-end, with GDP growth slowing to 1.4% and unemployment rising to 4.5%.
- Chair Powell highlighted inflation pressures from tariffs, which shift costs through the supply chain to consumers.
- Policymakers stressed that future rate moves will depend on incoming economic data amid ongoing uncertainty.
Everyone that I know is forecasting a meaningful increase in inflation in coming months from tariffs, because someone has to pay for the tariffs ... between the manufacturer, the exporter, the importer, the retailer.— Jerome Powell, Chair of the Federal Reserve, during a press conference after a two-day U.S. central bank meeting.
Donald Trump says he is ‘honoured’ to meet Pakistan Army Chief Asim Munir: ‘I wanted to thank him for…’
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Nuclear War Averted by India-Pakistan Ceasefire DealMilitary hostilities between the nuclear-armed neighbors ceased on May 10 after direct communication between their armed forces.
- President Trump hosted Pakistan's Army Chief Asim Munir and praised his role in preventing further conflict.
- India and Pakistan independently agreed to halt military actions following intense cross-border strikes in early May.
- India rejects third-party mediation and continues its counterterrorism operation Sindoor against terror infrastructure.
- Trump highlighted ongoing trade negotiations with both countries and acknowledged the leaders' wise decision to avoid war.
The two 'very smart' leaders of India and Pakistan 'decided' not to continue a war that could have turned nuclear.— Donald Trump, while speaking to the media in the Oval Office after hosting Pakistan's Chief of Army Staff, Asim Munir, for lunch at the White House.
Senate Republicans hold hearing on Biden’s mental fitness as Democrats boycott: Nearly six months after Joe Biden left the White House, Senate Republicans are ...
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Senate Probes Mental Fitness of Former PresidentJune 2025 hearing features testimony from three witnesses and discusses alleged autopen use during Biden’s term.
- Senate Republicans held a hearing on Joe Biden’s mental fitness with Democrats boycotting the session.
- Three witnesses with no ties to Biden’s administration were called to scrutinize his time in office.
- Allegations about the use of an autopen for signing official documents were a key topic.
- Democrats condemned the hearing as a distraction from pressing national issues.
Apparently arm chair diagnosing former President Biden is more important than the issues of grave concern.— Senator Dick Durbin criticized Republicans for holding a hearing on the last president at a time when 'numerous critical challenges facing the nation that are under our jurisdiction.'
OpinionIs the national dialogue a futile exercise?: Ramaphosa’s national dialogue excludes real opposition and debate. A truly people-led process must allow ...
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JONATHAN JANSEN | Sure, let’s talk while the house burns — the same talk we’ve had many times
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Iran's Supreme Leader says any US strikes on Iran will have serious consequences: Iran's Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei responded on Wednesday to U ...
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Edgar Lungu: Zambian ex-president's family halts return of his body from South Africa
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Trump and India's Modi split over U.S. role in Pakistan ceasefire: President Donald Trump and Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi continue to butt heads over ...
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Modi Clarifies No US Mediation in India-Pakistan CeasefireThe May ceasefire followed four days of conflict and was settled through direct military talks, not external mediation.
- Prime Minister Modi informed President Trump that the ceasefire with Pakistan was achieved without US mediation.
- Hostilities ceased after direct military communications initiated by India and accepted by Pakistan.
- The leaders’ first direct conversation since the May conflict occurred during the G7 summit in Canada.
- Trump expressed support for India’s anti-terror efforts and accepted an invitation to the upcoming Quad summit.
Prime Minister Modi emphasised that India has not accepted mediation in the past and will never do.— Indian Foreign Secretary Vikram Misri regarding the conversation between Modi and Trump.
John Cornyn calls for criminal investigation into former Biden staffers
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Trump Asks Workers Installing White House Flagpole: ‘Any Illegal Immigrants?’: “Your whole life will be destroyed because of this press conference ...
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Trump Has Privately Greenlit Attack On Iran But Has Not Given Final Order: WSJ Report
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President Donald Trump hints at possibly withholding wildfire aid to California: The president's latest tiff with Gov. Gavin Newsom over immigration might ...
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OpinionCommentary: The G7 was a great idea – until it became one against six: As this club concludes its latest summit by defining success merely as avoiding a rage ...
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G7 Divided as Canada Pledges Aid Amid Trump’s Early ExitCanada commits C$2 billion in military aid to Ukraine; Trump leaves early to address Middle East tensions.
- Canada announced C$2 billion in new military support for Ukraine alongside additional sanctions against Russia.
- The G7 summit faced discord as President Trump departed early to manage the escalating Israel-Iran conflict.
- Leaders affirmed support for Trump’s peace efforts and emphasized the need for Russia to agree to a ceasefire.
- Chair Mark Carney invited several non-G7 countries to strengthen alliances and reduce reliance on the U.S. market.
Diplomacy is now in a state of crisis.— Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskiy stated this after the G7 summit.
OpinionCOMMENT | On the National Dialogue: If only talking could create jobs - SABC News - Breaking news, special reports, world, business ...
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Republicans uncover no new intel on Biden during hearing on his cognitive abilities in office
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Israeli president denies pursuing regime change in Iran — goal is to 'remove' nuclear program
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Israel accuses Turkey of occupying Cyprus amid war of words: Israeli Foreign Minister Israel Katz accused Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan on Wednesday of ...
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White House Deceptively Edits Tulsi Gabbard’s Testimony To Make It Look Like She Was Warning Iran Wa ...
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Trump’s cellphone company included the ‘Gulf of Mexico’ on its coverage map: The map was removed from the Trump Mobile website after it used to the name the ...
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Will Netflix's prestige thriller A House of Dynamite land Idris Elba in an Oscar race?
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Trump Rambles On And On About ‘Beautiful’ Flagpole In Front Of White House: The president claimed, “These are the best poles anywhere in the country ...
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Trump installs enormous US flags at the White House: According the president, the two flag poles are 100ft (30.5m) tall and paid for out of his own pocket.
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Former President Joe Biden will be attending Galveston Juneteenth celebrations
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Malatji: Nkabane ‘cowardly’ for withdrawing ANC linked appointments as Seta board chairs
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Trump’s impossible smartphone: Why no one believes it can be made in the US at that price
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Ukraine's Zelensky leaves G7 with no Trump meeting or fresh arms from U.S.: Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky left the Group of Seven summit on Tuesday with ...
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Trump Privately Approved Attack Plans For Iran But Has Withheld Final Order: The president is hoping that threatening to join Israel’s strikes will lead Tehran ...
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White House says Trump will push TikTok deadline another 90 days: President Trump will sign another executive order this week extending the deadline for TikTok’s ...
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TikTok Granted Another US Sale Deadline ExtensionTrump extends TikTok’s US divestment deadline by 90 days, allowing operations to continue while data security is negotiated.
- President Trump has issued a third 90-day extension for TikTok to sell its US business.
- The administration aims to use the extra time to secure a deal that protects American user data.
- A 2025 law designates TikTok as a national security risk, setting a January 20 deadline for divestment.
- Potential buyers like Oracle and Amazon expressed interest, but negotiations have not yet concluded.
I have a little sweet spot in my heart because, as you know, I won young people by 36 points.— Donald Trump reflects on his unexpected support from young voters due to TikTok.
Republicans allege massive ‘cover-up’ of Biden’s cognitive decline as Democrats boycott hearing
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Trump has become an easy mark — and so has America: The president's erratic behavior has left him — and us — open to manipulation from allies and enemies ...
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Trump left the G7, and Albanese, in the lurch. But the PM salvaged something: Anthony Albanese embraced Volodymyr Zelensky at the summit, showcasing his bond ...
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Erdogan says Iran defending itself against Israeli attacks is natural, legitimate
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Donald Trump to meet Pak COAS General Asim Munir over lunch, White House itinerary shows
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Regime change would be unlikely to bring democracy to Iran: The timing and targets of Israel’s attacks on Iran tell us that Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu’s ...
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PM Modi meets world leaders on G7 margins; discuss bilateral ties, regional and global issues
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Criticism Over Modi’s 37-Day Silence Post Trump CallJairam Ramesh demands a cross-party meeting after Modi’s 35-minute call with Trump at the G7 Summit clarifies India’s stance on mediation.
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- Jairam Ramesh questioned Prime Minister Modi’s 37-day silence following a phone conversation with US President Trump during the G7 Summit.
- He urged the calling of an all-party meeting to brief opposition leaders on India’s position regarding alleged US mediation between India and Pakistan.
- Modi made it clear that India has never accepted and will never accept mediation on issues with Pakistan.
- According to Foreign Secretary Vikram Misri, President Trump understood India’s position and expressed support for its fight against terrorism.
In my view, this is an absolute insult to India.— Jairam Ramesh regarding the invitation of General Asim Munir for a one-on-one lunch with President Trump.
Trump lawyer: Courts have no power to stop National Guard deployment in LA: Three-judge federal appellate court panel expected to issue decision within days.
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Legal Battle Over National Guard Control in L.A.A federal appeals panel will soon decide on the fate of 4,000 Guard troops deployed under Trump’s orders.
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- A government attorney claimed the president has exclusive authority to deploy the National Guard under federal law.
- California officials countered that local forces have made thousands of arrests and imposed curfews to manage protests.
- A district judge previously ruled Trump’s deployment unconstitutional, prompting an immediate appeal by the White House.
- The three-judge panel’s ruling is expected within days and may be escalated to the Supreme Court.
If the judges rule in the president’s favor, the anti-Trump movement that gathered force in this past weekend’s 'No Kings' protests 'will continue to be the check on Trump’s power.'— Adarene Hoag, a leader for the group By Any Means Necessary who protested against Trump outside the federal courthouse in San Francisco.
Ramaphosa appoints Angie Motshekga as acting president: President Ramaphosa has appointed Defence Minister Angie Motshekga as the acting president in his and ...
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Iran 'dangerous' to peace, says GOP Rep. who backs Trump on U.S. military involvement
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Trump says he won’t call ‘whacked-out’ Walz after Minnesota lawmaker shootings: President Trump said early Tuesday that he would not call Minnesota Gov ...
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Trump Mocks Walz After Minnesota Democrats TargetedFollowing a fatal shooting of state Democrats, Trump dismissed calls to contact Governor Walz, calling him clueless.
- President Trump called Minnesota Governor Tim Walz “a mess” and declined to reach out after a politically motivated shooting.
- Walz stressed the event should not be politicized and is focused on supporting the affected families and the state.
- Since losing the vice presidential bid, Walz has been a vocal critic of both Trump and factions within his own party.
- Walz advocates for a stronger Democratic Party that defends minority rights and confronts authoritarianism decisively.
I think there needs to be a more robust Democratic Party.— Tim Walz speaking at a Center for American Progress event earlier this month.
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OpinionEDITORIAL | It's high time to take South Africa's security seriously: For the SANDF to be in such dire straits is an indictment on the president
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Trump says US knows where Iran’s Khamenei is ‘hiding’ but won’t kill him – ‘for now’
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ABA sues Trump over 'law firm intimidation policy': Trump has 'used the vast powers of the executive branch to coerce lawyers,' the lawsuit said
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Defending Legal Independence from Government PressureThe ABA sued in 2020 over Trump orders that restrict law firms’ contracts and security clearances, impacting pro bono legal work nationwide.
- The American Bar Association filed a lawsuit accusing the Trump administration of unconstitutional actions targeting law firms.
- Trump’s orders revoke security clearances, contracts, and federal building access for firms based on client choices and diversity efforts.
- The suit argues these government measures violate the First Amendment and deter law firms from taking certain pro bono cases.
- Both multiple law firms and the ABA report experiencing coercion and obstacles in maintaining independent legal representation.
There has never been a more urgent time for the ABA to defend its members, our profession and the rule of law itself.— William Bay, President of the American Bar Association, in a statement regarding the legal action against the Trump administration.
Putin, UAE president urge end to Israel-Iran conflict in phone call, Kremlin says
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Iran’s Khamenei vows ‘no mercy’ for Israel leaders: Iran’s supreme leader Ali Khamenei vowed on Wednesday that his country would show no mercy towards Israel’s ...
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Protest outside former Argentine president Cristina Fernandez de Kirchner's residence
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Macron warns attempt at Iran regime change would bring ‘chaos’: French President Emmanuel Macron on Tuesday warned any attempt to change the regime in Iran would ...
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NAACP not inviting Trump to convention, breaking 100+-year tradition: The NAACP said Monday it would not invite President Trump to its annual convention ...
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After reports that Chicago is ‘next’ in Trump’s militarized crackdown, mayor warns president to respect Constitution
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Trump's pardons cost victims and taxpayers $1.3 billion, House Judiciary Committee Democrats' review says
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