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Trump describes Michigan synagogue attack as "terrible"

Speaking at a Women's History Month event at the White House, the US president said he had been fully briefed on the situation and described the incident as "terrible."

2026-03-12T21:37:48.649703+00:00 IST

FBI Director Kash Patel on Michigan Synagogue incident

"FBI personnel are on the scene with partners in Michigan and responding to the apparent vehicle ramming and active shooter situation out of Temple Israel Synagogue in West Bloomfield Township, Michigan. @FBIDetroit," Patel posted on X, adding that the bureau's FBI Detroit Field Office was involved in the response.

2026-03-12T20:24:41.197193+00:00 IST

"FBI personnel assisting local authorities": Kash Patel

In a post on X, Patel said, "FBI personnel are providing assistance and working with local authorities responding to the shooting at Old Dominion University. We will update as able."

2026-03-12T19:31:36.361566+00:00 IST

Ending Iran's nuclear ambitions over oil profits: Trump clarifies

In a post by the White House, President Trump, while acknowledging that the United States is currently the world's leading oil producer and stands to benefit financially from higher crude prices, emphasised that his administration's overriding mission remains the permanent dismantling of Iran's nuclear program.

2026-03-12T15:54:58.882477+00:00 IST

Brazil’s Silveira rules out fuel shortages, slams speculation

Speaking to journalists, Silveira said the country's fuel supply remains stable and the government is closely monitoring developments in the international oil market as well as domestic price movements.

2026-03-12T12:33:03.354376+00:00 IST

"Unjust and unlawful": Iran rejects UNSC resolution

Iran's UN envoy rejected a Security Council resolution, calling it an "unjust and unlawful" document that serves political agendas. He defended Iran's military response as a "right to self-defence" following the killing of Ayatollah Khamenei and strikes on civilian infrastructure, urging full accountability for the aggressors.

2026-03-12T07:58:55.177654+00:00 IST

UNSC adopts resolution condemning Iran’s “egregious attacks”

The UN Security Council has adopted a resolution condemning Iran's "egregious attacks" against regional neighbours, demanding an immediate halt to hostilities and interference with maritime trade. While 13 members voted in favour, Russia and China abstained, with Tehran dismissing the move as a "manifest injustice" and a "serious setback."

2026-03-12T04:15:54.439633+00:00 IST

Trump targets India in new unfair trade practice investigation

The Trump administration has launched "unfair trade practice" probes into 16 nations, including India and China, to reinstate tariff pressure. US Trade Representative Jamieson Greer stated the "investigations will focus on economies" with "structural excess capacity." Additional probes into forced labour could lead to new tariffs by July.

2026-03-12T03:04:45.264136+00:00 IST

US taps 172m oil barrels as Trump vows to "finish the job"

The US will release 172 million barrels of oil "beginning next week" to stabilse markets amid war with Iran. President Trump vowed to "finish the job" despite Tehran's threats to "destroy" the economy. While Trump suggests there is "practically nothing left to target," Israel claims it has "a broad bank of targets."

2026-03-12T02:51:46.236913+00:00 IST

"Our military has virtually destroyed Iran", says Trump

"Over the past 11 days, our military has virtually destroyed Iran. Tough country," Trump said. Describing the Persian Gulf country as "tough", he asserted that its core military systems had been "virtually destroyed".

2026-03-12T00:52:24.063278+00:00 IST

"We're not finished yet": Trump on Iran strikes

He said that Iran was paying a big price for inflicting 47 years' worth of damage to the world.

2026-03-12T00:21:44.469532+00:00 IST

"IEA agreed to release 400 million oil barrels": Trump

Addressing a gathering in Kentucky, Trump said, "I'm pleased to report that earlier today, the International Energy Agency agreed to coordinate the release of a record 400 million barrels of oil from various national petroleum reserves around the world, which will substantially reduce the oil prices, as we end this threat to America and this threat to the world."

2026-03-12T00:12:47.984573+00:00 IST

"I saw Epic Fury and liked it": Trump on choosing operation name

Addressing a gathering in Kentucky, Trump said he chose this name for the operation out of the 20 names that the US military generals presented before him.

2026-03-11T23:46:20.712083+00:00 IST

US launches trade probe into 16 economies

Announcing the move on a White House press call, Jamieson Greer said the probe would be conducted under Section 301 of the Trade Act of 1974, one of Washington's most powerful trade enforcement tools.

2026-03-11T23:10:44.535767+00:00 IST

"Excursion that will keep us out of war," says Trump...

Speaking to reporters during a visit to the Thermo Fisher Scientific facility in Cincinnati, Trump said the operation was aimed at neutralising Iran's missile and drone capabilities.

2026-03-11T22:02:23.080575+00:00 IST

"I don't want to comment", says Trump on Mojtaba Khamenei

"I don't want to comment on that," he said when asked whether victory would be possible if Mojtaba Khamenei remained in power. "But I will tell you I just spoke with various countries, the leaders of various countries, you'll have a list, and they said they've never seen anything like it, Trump added.

2026-03-11T19:53:10.964986+00:00 IST

Trump warns of trade cut with Spain over Iran war bases dispute

US President Donald Trump on Wednesday reiterated his stance on cutting trade with Spain over the NATO ally's refusal to allow the use of its military bases for operations linked to the war with Iran.

2026-03-11T17:36:09.739138+00:00 IST

Trump: Iran war may end soon, “nothing left to target”

US President Donald Trump on Wednesday said that the ongoing war with Iran would end "soon", claiming that there is "practically nothing left to target" after sustained military strikes.

2026-03-11T16:26:48.412619+00:00 IST

Online anti‑Indian hate surge: NCRI report highlights

A recent analysis by the Network Contagion Research Institute (NCRI) has revealed a significant rise in anti-Indian commentary and hostility on social media platforms, with targeted posts and coordinated campaigns driving much of the online rhetoric, as stated in a column by Tanner Nau, Editorial Fellow at The Free Press.

2026-03-11T13:30:42.402745+00:00 IST

US says 140 service members wounded as Iran war intensifies

The ongoing conflict involving the United States, Israel and Iran continued to escalate on Tuesday, with the Pentagon confirming that approximately 140 US service members have been wounded during the first ten days of the war.

2026-03-11T02:30:03.197684+00:00 IST

President Trump announces Reliance investment in US oil refinery

US President Donald Trump on Tuesday (local time) announced the opening of a new oil refinery in 50 years with the investment help from India's Reliance Industries Ltd.

2026-03-10T23:18:18.612414+00:00 IST