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US Democrats panel tariffs on India won’t stop Putin

House Foreign Affairs Committee Dems urged that, to address that issue, US President Donald Trump must provide Ukraine with the aid it needs and punish Putin directly.

2025-08-15T21:48:53.028219+00:00 IST

Trump, Putin hold ‘historic’ talks in Alaska

Putin is accompanied by foreign policy aide Yury Ushakov and Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov, Kremlin spokesperson Dmitry Peskov told CNN. Trump is joined by Secretary of State Marco Rubio and US special envoy Steve Witkoff.

2025-08-15T21:25:25.152370+00:00 IST

At Alaska summit, Putin declines to comment on ceasefire

The summit meeting between Trump and Putin is underway at Joint Base Elmendorf-Richardson in Anchorage, Alaska.

2025-08-15T21:12:24.113869+00:00 IST

Trump arrives in Alaska for talks with Putin on Ukraine

Trump's one-on-one meetings with Putin during his first term were clouded with mystery. With only a translator inside the room, it was often unclear what exactly was discussed. Aides had a difficult time ascertaining if the two reached any agreements. After one such meeting, in Germany, Trump asked his interpreter to discard his notes.

2025-08-15T19:13:31.205434+00:00 IST

Hillary Clinton says she will nominate Trump for Nobel Prize

Former US Secretary of State Hillary Clinton said on Friday that she would nominate Trump for the Nobel Peace Prize if he successfully brokers a peace deal between Russia and Ukraine without forcing Ukraine to cede territory to Russia.

2025-08-15T17:42:17.707510+00:00 IST

"Wonderful talks": Trump speaks to Belarusian President ahead of

On Truth Social, Trump wrote: "I had a wonderful talk with the highly respected President of Belarus, Aleksandr Lukashenko. The purpose of the call was to thank him for the release of 16 prisoners. We are also discussing the release of 1,300 additional prisoners. Our conversation was a very good one."

2025-08-15T17:19:38.478108+00:00 IST

"I will let Ukraine make that decision": US President Trump

US President Donald Trump on Friday (local time) said that territorial swaps between Ukraine and Russia will be discussed in his upcoming meeting with Russian President Vladimir Putin in Alaska, but emphasised that Ukraine will have the final say in any such decisions.

2025-08-15T15:44:58.770550+00:00 IST

“Hands off! Russia no more” posters in Anchorage before summit

The summit, scheduled for Friday at Joint Base Elmendorf-Richardson in Alaska, aims to find common ground on ending the Russia-Ukraine conflict and shaping the future of European security.

2025-08-15T15:25:08.034326+00:00 IST

"Putin will face severe economic consequences": Trump

US President Donald Trump issued a stern warning to Russian President Vladimir Putin ahead of their high-stakes summit in Alaska. Trump stated that Russia will face "severe economic consequences" if Putin doesn't show interest in de-escalating the Ukraine conflict.

2025-08-15T15:20:46.913857+00:00 IST

“High Stakes!”: US President Trump, ahead of the Alaska Summit

Trump has vowed to "end the Ukraine war quickly," while Putin is seeking recognition of Russia's territorial gains and relief from Western sanctions. Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy has refused to surrender territory and hasn't been invited to the summit.

2025-08-15T13:20:57.889828+00:00 IST

Lavrov's USSR' T-shirt hints at Soviet nostalgia

In a move that drew attention, Lavrov wore a T-shirt written "CCCP", the Russian abbreviation for the Soviet Union, as he prepared to meet US President Donald Trump and Russian President Vladimir Putin for discussions on ending the war. Ukraine was also once part of the Soviet Union.

2025-08-15T12:33:52.043278+00:00 IST

ETNM vows to continue its fight for independence

They commemorated the 101st death anniversary of Abdulqadir Damolla, a revered leader who was executed by Chinese forces. He is widely regarded as the father of East Turkistan's national liberation movement.

2025-08-15T11:22:35.093866+00:00 IST

US President Trump signs Social Security proclamation

US President Trump marked Social Security's 90th anniversary, highlighting his recent tax law providing seniors a $6,000 deduction and efforts to reduce fraud. Experts warn the changes may accelerate trust fund depletion. SSA Commissioner Frank Bisignano pledged a "digital first" approach, aiming to modernize the agency.

2025-08-15T08:06:14.889042+00:00 IST

National Guard deployed in DC as Trump begins crime takeover

National Guard troops were deployed across Washington DC as President Trump begins a federal takeover of city crime-fighting. Guard members assist police with patrols and traffic control but won't make arrests. The move sparked protests, with city leaders and Democrats opposing what they see as Trump's overreach.

2025-08-15T07:10:05.331894+00:00 IST

US State Secy extends greetings on India's 79th Independence Day

US Secretary of State Marco Rubio on Thursday (local time) reaffirmed the strength of the India-US relationship and their shared commitment to a free, open, and secure Indo-Pacific region.

2025-08-15T04:25:29.345376+00:00 IST

US, Indian missions abroad mark 79th Independence Day

The US, Indian missions abroad, and PM Modi extended Independence Day greetings, with celebrations themed 'Naya Bharat' and honouring Operation Sindoor. Around 5,000 guests attended the Red Fort event, alongside nationwide military band performances to mark India's 79th Independence Day.

2025-08-15T02:44:03.887738+00:00 IST

US, China agree to 90-day tariff truce, easing trade tensions

This move averts an immediate surge in duties that could have severely impacted trade between the world's two largest economies.

2025-08-15T00:24:42.044438+00:00 IST

Putin and Zelensky will make peace, says Trump

"I think President Putin will make peace and President Zelensky will make peace," Trump said.

2025-08-14T22:37:40.113297+00:00 IST

Trump again claims credit for averting ‘nuclear’ clash

"If you look at Pakistan and India, planes were being knocked out of the air. Six or seven planes came down. They were ready to go. Maybe nuclear, we solved that," the US President said.

2025-08-14T21:35:18.018238+00:00 IST

US to cooperate with Pakistan in areas of critical minerals

The US government on Wednesday (local time) stated that it is 'looking forward' to strengthening its cooperation with Pakistan in areas of critical minerals and hydrocarbons, with a renewed focus on economic cooperation in other emerging sectors.

2025-08-14T03:28:46.422013+00:00 IST

Trump claims DC has higher homicide rate, vows to restore order

In a post on his social media platform 'Truth Social,' Trump wrote, "But now, DC is back under Federal Control where it belongs. The White House is in charge. The Military and our Great Police will liberate this City, scrape away the filth, and make it safe, clean, habitable and beautiful once more!."

2025-08-14T01:21:28.166755+00:00 IST