From ‘dead’ economy to ‘hottest’: Trump pitches US as economic engine of the world at WEF; ‘most dramatic turnaround…’

From ‘dead’ economy to ‘hottest’: Trump pitches US as economic engine of the world at WEF; ‘most dramatic turnaround…’

US President Donald Trump on Wednesday addressed the World Economic Forum (WEF) at Davos in Switzerland, pitching the American growth story and calling it a miracle. Praising his administration, Trump spoke of how he believes the US has gone from being a ‘dead economy’ to the ‘hottest’ in the world in a year.“Today, after 12…

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Trump's plane makes U-turn: US President's flight to Davos returns midair — what went wrong?

Trump’s plane makes U-turn: US President’s flight to Davos returns midair — what went wrong?

US President Donald Trump’s designated aircraft, Air Force One, made a sharp U-turn and returned to Joint Base Andrews on Tuesday after the crew reported a “minor electrical issue” during his trip to Davos for the World Economic Forum.A US government motorcade was seen heading toward the Maryland base on Tuesday night (local time).The White…

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No longer obligated to peace: 5 takeaways from Donald Trump's threatening letter to Norway PM over Greenland | World News

No longer obligated to peace: 5 takeaways from Donald Trump’s threatening letter to Norway PM over Greenland | World News

When Donald Trump writes that he is “no longer obligated to think purely of peace,” it is not a flourish, a threat-by-tweet, or a trial balloon. It is the most explicit articulation yet of a worldview he has been signalling for years. The now-confirmed letter to Norway’s prime minister, circulated deliberately among European diplomats, does…

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‘No longer obliged to think purely of peace’: Trump writes to Norway’s PM over Greenland; cites Nobel Peace Prize snub

‘No longer obliged to think purely of peace’: Trump writes to Norway’s PM over Greenland; cites Nobel Peace Prize snub

File photo of Donald Trump US President Donald Trump has written a letter to Norwegian Prime Minister Jonas Gahr Støre, citing the Nobel Committee’s decision not to award him the Nobel Peace Prize and declaring that he no longer feels bound to “think purely of Peace”, amid his repeated threats over Greenland.According to the letter…

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'It is time & it will be done': Trump's sharpens Greenland pitch — what he said on 'Russian threat'

‘It is time & it will be done’: Trump’s sharpens Greenland pitch — what he said on ‘Russian threat’

US President Donald Trump (AP photo) US President Donald Trump late Sunday once again strongly reiterated his desire to bring Greenland under American control, claiming that Denmark had failed to counter the “Russian threat” to the Arctic island and declaring that “now it is time, and it will be done.”In a post on Truth Social,…

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‘It’s time to look for new leadership’: Trump calls for end of 'sick' Khamenei's regime — is the president renewing threats against Iran?

‘It’s time to look for new leadership’: Trump calls for end of ‘sick’ Khamenei’s regime — is the president renewing threats against Iran?

US President Donald Trump on Saturday called for an end to Ayatollah Ali Khamenei’s 37-year reign, saying, “It’s time to look for new leadership in Iran,” in comments to POLITICO.Trump made the remarks as widespread protests calling for an end to the regime appeared to have waned, after thousands of protesters across the country were…

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'Insurrection Act': Donald Trump dismisses 'need' for military use in Minnesota amid protests; claims 'no reason right now'

‘Insurrection Act’: Donald Trump dismisses ‘need’ for military use in Minnesota amid protests; claims ‘no reason right now’

Donald Trump (File photo) US President Donald Trump said on Friday there was no immediate need to invoke the Insurrection Act in response to protests against immigration raids in Minnesota, a day after he warned he could use the law.“If I needed it, I would use it. I don’t think there is any reason right…

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Greenland dispute: Donald Trump says ‘something will work out’; cites 'need' for 'national security'

Greenland dispute: Donald Trump says ‘something will work out’; cites ‘need’ for ‘national security’

US President Donald Trump on Wednesday said that a resolution could come up amid his repeated threats to seize Greenland, following a high-level meeting in Washington with officials from Denmark and the autonomous territory. Speaking to reporters in the Oval Office after the talks, Trump said the United States had “a very good relationship with…

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'Immediately sever all contact': After US, Israel withdraws from several UN agencies; reviews other international bodies

‘Immediately sever all contact’: After US, Israel withdraws from several UN agencies; reviews other international bodies

Israel is severing ties with several UN agencies and international bodies, citing persistent bias and hostile actions. This decision follows a review prompted by the US withdrawal from similar organizations. The affected bodies include UN Women and the UN Conference on Trade and Development, with specific grievances cited regarding children in conflict and sexual violence…

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'Stop deceitful actions': Khamenei's stern warning to US politicians amid Trump's threats to Iran — key points

‘Stop deceitful actions’: Khamenei’s stern warning to US politicians amid Trump’s threats to Iran — key points

Donald Trump and Ayatollah Ali Khamenei (AP photo) Iran’s Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei late Monday issued a strong warning to the United States, asking it to stop what he called “deceitful actions” and reliance on “traitorous hirelings,” amid massive unrest going on in the country. He also said he was aware that the “enemy…

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