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  EU warns of 'dangerous downward spiral' after Trump threatens tariffs over Greenland

  World | January 18, 2026 7:34 IST

  US President Donald Trump said that he has decided to impose 10 per cent tariffs on several nations, including the United Kingdom (UK), France, Germany and The Netherlands, for opposing his plan to take control of Greenland. The tariffs will come into effect from February 1.

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  Trump imposes 10 per cent tariffs on Denmark, UK, France and others over Greenland issue

  World | January 17, 2026 23:35 IST

  In a post on Truth Social, Trump also warned of 25 per cent tariffs from June 1 if a deal is not reached for "the Complete and Total purchase of Greenland". He also justified his plan, pointing out that China and Russia want to seize control of Greenland.

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  US President Donald Trump to join World Economic Forum's Annual Meeting in Davos

  World | January 17, 2026 10:31 IST

  US President Donald Trump will be attending the five-day World Economic Forum's Annual Meeting that will take place in Davos. The meeting will focus on cooperation, inclusive development and innovation-oriented growth.

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  Trump 'praises' Iran for halting 800 executions amid fading protests and US threats

  World | January 17, 2026 6:38 IST

  Donald Trump's comments represented a notable pivot from his initial aggressive rhetoric. He told reporters, "Iran cancelled the hanging of over 800 people. They were going to hang over 800 people yesterday, and I greatly respect the fact that they cancelled them."

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  Trump warns of tariffs for countries opposing US push to acquire Greenland

  World | January 16, 2026 23:28 IST

  Trump has repeatedly argued that Greenland’s strategic location in the Arctic makes it important for American security interests. He has claimed that without US involvement, Russia or China could try to expand their influence in the region.

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  Venezuela's Machado says she presented her Nobel Peace Prize to Trump during their meeting

  World | January 16, 2026 7:23 IST

  Machado detailed having given her prize to Trump in comments to a group of reporters after the meeting, but did not provide further details. The White House did not immediately say if Trump accepted the medal.

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  Iranian envoy claims US President told Tehran he doesn't want to attack: 'Trump doesn't want a war'

  World | January 16, 2026 0:00 IST

  Iranian envoy Reza Amiri Moghadam said he received a message on Wednesday. He said Trump did not want a war and had asked Iran not to target US interests in the region.

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  US moves carrier strike group to middle east amid tensions with Iran: Report

  World | January 15, 2026 20:17 IST

  Iran protests: According to a report, the CENTCOM tracks an area of around 4 million square miles. This includes areas of Northeast Africa, middle east, South Asia and Central Asia. It should be noted that the US has not deployed aircraft carriers in the region.

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  Majority of Americans don't want Trump to take control of Greenland, survey finds

  World | January 15, 2026 18:08 IST

  The survey shows just 25% of Americans support an effort to take control of Greenland, with opposition cutting across most political groups.

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  Trump signs law returning whole milk to school lunches, overturns Obama-era nutrition rules

  World | January 15, 2026 6:55 IST

  The US government has restored whole and 2 per cent milk in school cafeterias after Trump signed a law overturning Obama-era restrictions. Backed by new dietary guidelines that favour full-fat dairy, the shift affects nearly 30 million schoolchildren and reignites debate on childhood nutrition.

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  Trump claims killing of Iranian protesters stopped even as Tehran signals executions ahead

  World | January 15, 2026 6:28 IST

  Trump did not specify where he had received that information but only described it as “very important sources on the other side.” Trump said he would “find out” later if it was true, but he didn't explain how.

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  US suspends visa processing for applicants from 75 nations; Pakistan, Russia and Iran among listed

  World | January 14, 2026 23:42 IST

  The suspension is scheduled to take effect on January 21 and will remain in place till further orders. Officials say visa processing will not resume until the reassessment has been completed.

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  Jaishankar speaks to Iran FM as West Asia tensions rise; US begins troop pullback from key bases

  World | January 14, 2026 21:37 IST

  Demonstrations that began late last month in Tehran over economic distress, triggered by the sharp fall of Iran’s currency, have now spread across all 31 provinces. What started as protests over rising prices and unemployment has gradually turned into broader demands for political change.

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  Anything less than having Greenland in US hands 'unacceptable': Donald Trump

  World | January 14, 2026 19:55 IST

  In a social media post early on Wednesday, Trump said the United States “needs Greenland” to build and operate the Golden Dome air and missile defense network, which he described as critical to protecting American soil.

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  Trump abuses, shows middle finger to man who called him 'pedophile protector' | Video

  World | January 14, 2026 11:00 IST

  A bizarre incident unfolded at the auto plant US President Donald Trump was visiting, with a video of his actions quickly going viral on social media.

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  Reza Pahlavi asks Iranian Military to join ongoing protests in Iran: 'You don't have much time...'

  World | January 14, 2026 7:43 IST

  Reza Pahlavi asked the protesters not to allow this regime to create the illusion that life is normal and added that after all the massacres, there is a sea of blood between us and this regime.

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  Iran calls Trump 'main killer' as US President tells Iranians to 'keep protesting'

  World | January 14, 2026 7:07 IST

  US President Donald Trump has said he's cutting off the prospect of talks with Iranian officials amid a protest crackdown, telling Iranian protestors to "Keep protesting" as "help is on its way."

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  Trump says US working closely with Venezuela to bring millions of barrels of oil to its refineries

  World | January 14, 2026 7:06 IST

  US President Donald Trump said that Venezuela has started supplying oil to the United States and added that the arrangement would have a direct impact on global energy markets, asserting that increased supply would help lower prices.

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  Musk's SpaceX offers free Starlink internet service in Iran as protests continue to rage: Report

  World | January 14, 2026 6:50 IST

  SpaceX has activated free Starlink internet service in blackout-hit Iran as protests intensify nationwide. With thousands of receivers smuggled into the country, the move has become a crucial communication lifeline amid mounting unrest.

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  Trump's 'help is on the way' message to protesters in Iran after strike threat raises tensions

  World | January 13, 2026 23:52 IST

  Notably, at least 2,000 people have so far been in Iran killed following nationwide protests over soaring inflation and the rising cost of food and essential goods.