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Choose peace or face tragedy: Trump warns Iran against retaliation

Choose peace or face tragedy: Trump warns Iran against retaliation

Rediff.com22 Jun 2025

In a Truth Social Post, Trump said, "This cannot continue. There will be either peace or there will be tragedy for Iran far greater than we have witnessed over the last eight days."

US Senate moves toward deal to end longest govt shutdown

US Senate moves toward deal to end longest govt shutdown

Rediff.com10 Nov 2025

On the 40th day of the most extended government shutdown in US history, senators returned from recess Sunday for a rare weekend session, preparing to vote on whether to advance a House-passed spending bill aimed at reopening the government.

'Putin's war chest': Trump official fires fresh salvo at India

'Putin's war chest': Trump official fires fresh salvo at India

Rediff.com29 Aug 2025

Former White House trade advisor Peter Navarro accuses India of being an 'oil money laundromat' for Russia, alleging that India's oil purchases are funding Putin's war in Ukraine. The accusations come amid existing trade tensions and tariffs imposed by the US.

White House contradicts Trump, says US committed to 'One China' policy

White House contradicts Trump, says US committed to 'One China' policy

Rediff.com13 Dec 2016

Trump on Sunday questioned the relevance of continuing the "One-China" policy if Beijing refuses to make any concessions on trade and other issues.

Trump considers Modi a personal friend: US envoy-designate

Trump considers Modi a personal friend: US envoy-designate

Rediff.com12 Oct 2025

US Ambassador-designate Sergio Gor emphasizes the importance of the India-US relationship after meeting with Prime Minister Narendra Modi, focusing on cooperation in defence, trade, and critical minerals.

US court calls tariffs illegal, Trump doubles down

US court calls tariffs illegal, Trump doubles down

Rediff.com30 Aug 2025

As one of the federal appeal courts in the United States ruled that most of tariffs imposed by Trump administration are not accordance with the laws, US President Donald Trump on Friday (local time) affirmed that all tariffs imposed on the countries will remain in effect, calling a recent ruling by a 'highly Partisan Appeals Court' incorrect.

India rejects Trump advisor's 'laundromat for Kremlin' remarks

India rejects Trump advisor's 'laundromat for Kremlin' remarks

Rediff.com5 Sep 2025

India has rejected White House Trade advisor Peter Navarro's comments on New Delhi for its procurement of Russian crude oil, calling them 'inaccurate and misleading'. The relations between New Delhi and Washington are on a downturn after President Donald Trump doubled tariffs on Indian goods.

No hard feelings: Trump accepts Elon Musk's apology

No hard feelings: Trump accepts Elon Musk's apology

Rediff.com12 Jun 2025

United States President Donald Trump has said that it was 'very nice' of Elon Musk to apologise after billionaire entreprenuer admitted he had gone 'too far' in his personal attacks during a public fallout between the two men last week.

Trump to dial Putin as European leaders plan US visit

Trump to dial Putin as European leaders plan US visit

Rediff.com8 Sep 2025

As Russia continues to escalate its strikes on Ukraine, United States President Donald Trump on Sunday (local time) said that he has plans to speak with his Russian counterpart Vladimir Putin in the coming days, as several European leaders are expected to visit the United States for what he described as 'very interesting discussions' aimed at resolving the ongoing Russia-Ukraine conflict.

White House Race: Trump loses Iowa battle; Hillary claims win

White House Race: Trump loses Iowa battle; Hillary claims win

Rediff.com2 Feb 2016

Texas Senator Ted Cruz handed a shock defeat to controversial presidential contender Donald Trump in the Iowa Republican caucuses while in the Democratic camp both Hillary Clinton and Bernie Sanders claimed victories as the race for the White House began on Tuesday.

'Within 5 hours, it was done': Trump repeats he stopped India-Pak nuke war

'Within 5 hours, it was done': Trump repeats he stopped India-Pak nuke war

Rediff.com27 Aug 2025

Trump also repeated his claim that seven fighter jets or more were shot down during the hostilities.

'All Of Us Want To Finish This War'

'All Of Us Want To Finish This War'

Rediff.com19 Aug 2025

'The Alaska Summit made me realise that while difficult, peace is within reach.'

Departing from the past: Trump and Biden ride together

Departing from the past: Trump and Biden ride together

Rediff.com20 Jan 2025

President-elect Donald Trump along side outgoing United States President Joe Biden arrived at US Capitol together from White House for the swearing-in ceremony on Monday.

'Anti-American' BRICS nations...: Trump's big tariff warning

'Anti-American' BRICS nations...: Trump's big tariff warning

Rediff.com7 Jul 2025

President Trump threatens to impose a 10% tariff on countries aligning with BRICS anti-American policies. This follows BRICS criticism of increased tariffs. Trump also announced tariff letters to various countries.

Decision on TikTok within weeks: White House

Decision on TikTok within weeks: White House

Rediff.com16 Jul 2020

"I do not think there is any self-imposed deadline for action, but I think we are looking at weeks, not months," White House Chief of Staff Mark Meadows told reporters aboard Air Force One, flying with President Donald Trump form Atlanta.

White House says Iran has clandestine nuke programme

White House says Iran has clandestine nuke programme

Rediff.com1 May 2018

Information released by Israel provided new and compelling details about Iran's efforts to develop missile-deliverable nuclear weapons, says WH.

India plays down Trump's 'dead economy' jibe, reaffirms strong US ties

India plays down Trump's 'dead economy' jibe, reaffirms strong US ties

Rediff.com1 Aug 2025

India responded to US President Donald Trump's criticism, emphasizing the strength and resilience of the India-US strategic partnership.

'Make Iran Great Again': Trump talks regime change after strikes

'Make Iran Great Again': Trump talks regime change after strikes

Rediff.com23 Jun 2025

Trump's remarks came a day after the US launched Operation Midnight Hammer, targeting three of Iran's key nuclear facilities at Fordow, Natanz, and Isfahan.

Trump-Netanyahu announce Gaza peace plan, await Hamas nod

Trump-Netanyahu announce Gaza peace plan, await Hamas nod

Rediff.com30 Sep 2025

The peace plan included that Gaza will be a deradicalised, terror-free zone that does not pose a threat to its neighbours and will be redeveloped for the benefit of the people of Gaza. The peace plan stated that if both sides agree to this proposal, the war will immediately end. Israeli forces will withdraw to the agreed upon line to prepare for hostage release.

No phone call between Modi and Trump on Russian oil: MEA

No phone call between Modi and Trump on Russian oil: MEA

Rediff.com17 Oct 2025

India responds to US President Trump's claim that PM Modi assured him of halting Russian oil imports, stating it is diversifying energy sources to meet market conditions and safeguard consumer interests.

'Poor' Trump 'all alone' in White House as partial govt shutdown enters 3rd day

'Poor' Trump 'all alone' in White House as partial govt shutdown enters 3rd day

Rediff.com25 Dec 2018

Through a series of tweets and pictures, Trump showed he was working hard while the opposition Democratic lawmakers were in their homes celebrating Christmas.

'Very close' to India, Modi; sanctioned them: Trump's mixed message

'Very close' to India, Modi; sanctioned them: Trump's mixed message

Rediff.com19 Sep 2025

During a visit to the UK, former US President Donald Trump reiterated his claim of intervening to resolve a conflict between India and Pakistan, linking it to trade negotiations. He also discussed tariffs on India for buying Russian oil and the Russia-Ukraine conflict.

NBA boycott: White House's Kushner says will reach out to LeBron

NBA boycott: White House's Kushner says will reach out to LeBron

Rediff.com27 Aug 2020

The National Basketball Association postponed all three of its playoff games on Wednesday after the Milwaukee Bucks boycotted Game 5 of their series against the Orlando Magic to protest racial injustice, triggering similar moves across other sports.

Will Modi, Trump meet soon? US official says sure, but...

Will Modi, Trump meet soon? US official says sure, but...

Rediff.com25 Sep 2025

'Trump is not shy when he is frustrated with countries'

Trump ready to meet Kim Jong-Un 'under right circumstances': White House

Trump ready to meet Kim Jong-Un 'under right circumstances': White House

Rediff.com2 May 2017

However, the WH Press Secretary says that the right circumstances for a meeting between the two leaders does not exist right now.

'They shot down 5 planes': Trump repeats India-Pak truce claim

'They shot down 5 planes': Trump repeats India-Pak truce claim

Rediff.com23 Jul 2025

Trump, who has repeatedly said that he stopped the conflict between India and Pakistan through trade, last Friday said for the first time that "five jets were shot down" during the fighting.

Somebody is finally exposing them: Trump attacks India

Somebody is finally exposing them: Trump attacks India

Rediff.com8 Mar 2025

United States President Donald Trump attacked India's tariffs regime, saying it is next to impossible to sell anything to India because of the 'high tariffs'.

If India wants to be treated as a strategic ally of US...: Trump official

If India wants to be treated as a strategic ally of US...: Trump official

Rediff.com19 Aug 2025

Notably, US President Donald Trump and his administration have continuously targeted India over its purchase of Russian crude oil. India, on the other hand, has always maintained that India's purchases are based on its domestic needs and economic security.

'We don't want them': Trump bars entry to US from 12 countries

'We don't want them': Trump bars entry to US from 12 countries

Rediff.com5 Jun 2025

Trump has partially restricted and limited the entry of nationals from the seven nations: Burundi, Cuba, Laos, Sierra Leone, Togo, Turkmenistan, and Venezuela.

Blow to climate action, US exits 66 global cooperation bodies

Blow to climate action, US exits 66 global cooperation bodies

Rediff.com8 Jan 2026

President Donald Trump has withdrawn the United States from over 60 international organisations, including United Nations bodies and the India-France-led International Solar Alliance, calling the institutions 'redundant' and 'contrary' to America's interests.

Is this medicine harmful during pregnancy? Trump links it to autism

Is this medicine harmful during pregnancy? Trump links it to autism

Rediff.com23 Sep 2025

In contrast to Trump's strong warnings, the FDA's current position remains more measured. In a recent letter to physicians, the agency stated that "a causal relationship has not been established" between acetaminophen use during pregnancy and autism, and acknowledged the existence of "contrary studies in the scientific literature."

Trump announces 100% tariffs on foreign-made movies, India to be hit

Trump announces 100% tariffs on foreign-made movies, India to be hit

Rediff.com30 Sep 2025

Trump said California has been particularly "hard hit" because of this, blaming democrat Gavin Newsom, the Governor of California, for this loss, calling him "weak and incompetent."

Trump's UN escalator scare: What exactly happened?

Trump's UN escalator scare: What exactly happened?

Rediff.com24 Sep 2025

A UN spokesperson said an escalator at the UN headquarters that abruptly halted just as US President Donald Trump and First Lady Melania Trump stepped onto it was stalled after a videographer accompanying them likely triggered a safety mechanism inadvertently while trying to capture their arrival.

No trade if you fight: Trump repeats claim he stopped India-Pak conflict

No trade if you fight: Trump repeats claim he stopped India-Pak conflict

Rediff.com26 Jun 2025

Trump said he had a series of phone calls on trade with both India and Pakistan.

China responds to Trump's tariff threat to BRICS bloc

China responds to Trump's tariff threat to BRICS bloc

Rediff.com7 Jul 2025

China defended the BRICS economic alliance, stating it is not a bloc for confrontation, after former US President Donald Trump threatened tariffs on countries aligning with its 'anti-American policies'.

US Farm Distress Real Reason For Trump's Tariff Tantrums

US Farm Distress Real Reason For Trump's Tariff Tantrums

Rediff.com16 Sep 2025

'What the US appears to be doing is to force India to be "the buyer of last resort", on whom their products can be dumped, 1.4 billion people have to eat something, so why not eat American corn?' 'What is exercising the Trump lot is the fact that most of the farms are in solidly Republican Midwestern states: Illinois, Indiana, Kansas, Michigan, Minnesota, Missouri, Nebraska, North Dakota, Ohio, South Dakota, Wisconsin,' points out Rajeev Srinivasan.

Now, Zelenskyy says he's 'ready to work under Trump's leadership'

Now, Zelenskyy says he's 'ready to work under Trump's leadership'

Rediff.com4 Mar 2025

Days after his tense exchange with President Donald Trump at the White House, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy has reiterated his country's commitment to achieving lasting peace and expressed willingness to 'work under Trump's leadership'.

Trump deploys more 2,000 National Guard troops in LA amid protests

Trump deploys more 2,000 National Guard troops in LA amid protests

Rediff.com10 Jun 2025

The latest deployment comes on the same day California filed a lawsuit against the Trump administration, asking a judge to declare the deployments unconstitutional.

Vance says he's 'ready' to take over as US President if...

Vance says he's 'ready' to take over as US President if...

Rediff.com29 Aug 2025

US Vice President JD Vance says he is ready to lead the country if a 'terrible tragedy' occurs, amid speculation about President Trump's health. He insists Trump is in good health and will serve his full term.

Don't know...: Trump on India citing US trade with Russia

Don't know...: Trump on India citing US trade with Russia

Rediff.com6 Aug 2025

President Trump addresses questions about US imports from Russia and India's stance on purchasing Russian oil, hinting at potential tariffs.