Donald Trump has again attacked Nato for not supporting the US in the Iran war, following a private meeting with its Secretary General Mark Rutte at the White House. In a post shared to Truth Social after the meeting, the US President said: “NATO WASN’T THERE WHEN WE NEEDED THEM, AND THEY WON’T BE THERE […]
Global oil prices have fluctuated ahead of a deadline set by US President Donald Trump for Iran to open the key Strait of Hormuz shipping route. The cost of benchmark Brent crude rose above $111 (£84) a barrel in early trade. It then fell back below $108 a barrel before climbing back to about $110. On […]
It can be hard to pin down what is guiding Donald Trump a month into US and Israel’s programme of strikes on Iran. But it is clear he has an eye on the oil markets. A word – or social media post – from the US president about his plans used to spark big moves […]
US President Donald Trump marked Greek Independence Day with an official proclamation emphasizing the enduring historical and ideological ties between the United States and Greece, while praising the role of the Greek-American community and reaffirming the two nations’ shared commitment to democratic values.
US President Donald Trump has said Iran are “welcome” to take part in this summer’s World Cup despite the countries being at war, according to Fifa president Gianni Infantino. Posting on Instagram, Infantino said he met with Trump on Tuesday to discuss preparations for the tournament, which is being hosted by the US, Canada and […]
China’s leader Xi Jinping called Taiwan “the most important issue” in China-US relations during a phone call with US President Donald Trump on Wednesday.
Donald Trump has said Iran wants to make a deal rather than face US military action, despite Tehran’s insistence that its missile and defence systems will “never” be up for negotiation.
History is being written before our eyes, with every inconceivable post by Donald Trump, with the images of the latest betrayal of the Kurds by the United States, with the declarations of leaders who note the final passing of the world of the past 80 years.
Donald Trump has praised UK soldiers who fought in Afghanistan after his claim that allied forces avoided the front lines prompted criticism from veterans and politicians. Earlier this week Trump angered US allies by downplaying the role of Nato troops in the war and doubted whether the military alliance would be there for the US […]
Venezuelan opposition leader María Corina Machado has given her Nobel Peace Prize medal to President Donald Trump during a meeting at the White House, saying it was a recognition of his commitment to her country’s freedom. “I think today is a historic day for us Venezuelans,” she said after meeting Trump in person for the […]
