Some may ask if Mark Rutte’s proposal to deter Russian aggression has at least a little to do with appeasing the US president, writes Jonathan Beale.
India leads in remittances – but Trump’s tax could deal a blow
Trump’s proposed 3.5% tax on remittances by foreign workers could seriously impact top recipient India.
Trump and Musk enter bitter feud – and Washington buckles up
A knock-down fight between world’s the richest person and the most powerful politician is playing out in public view.
Israel strikes southern Beirut on eve of religious holiday
Israel’s military says it was targeting an underground drone factory of armed group Hezbollah.
Trump’s new ban dodges pitfalls faced by last attempt, experts say
It appears the US president has learned lessons from a previous effort to ban entry from several nations.
US Supreme Court rejects Mexico lawsuit against gunmakers
The suit accused gunmakers of contributing to Mexico’s gun violence struggles and challenged a US shield law.
Israeli military recovers two hostages’ bodies in southern Gaza
Israeli Americans Judi Weinstein Haggai, 70, and her husband Gadi, 72, were killed during the 7 October 2023 attacks.
Three journalists among five killed in Israeli strike on Gaza hospital
The Anglican Church, which runs al-Ahli hospital, condemns the attack that Israel says targeted a Palestinian Islamic Jihad operative.
Trump confirms China trip after ‘very good’ call with Xi
The leaders of the US and China agree to further talks aimed at reaching a deal amid an ongoing trade war.
Trump confirms China trip after ‘very good’ call with Xi
The leaders of the US and China agree to further talks aimed at reaching a deal amid an ongoing trade war.


