Democrats win Congress in a sweeping midterm result, taking both the House of Representatives and the Senate from Donald Trump’s Republicans. US networks projected the outcome early on Wednesday, November 4. As of 7 PM PKT, counting is still going on in some races, but the overall result is no longer in doubt. The win… Continue reading Democrats Win Congress in Sweeping Midterm Defeat for Trump
Americans are voting today in the US midterm elections, a nationwide contest that will decide control of Congress for the last two years of Donald Trump’s second term. Polls opened first on the east coast on Tuesday, November 3. As of 6:30 PM PKT, voting is still under way, and no results have been declared.… Continue reading US Midterm Elections: Americans Vote as Trump Faces Key Test
Oman has reportedly proposed a joint framework for managing the Strait of Hormuz, as Gulf countries seek to reduce tensions and improve maritime security. The proposal would give Iran a role in overseeing the strategic waterway while preventing Tehran from gaining exclusive control over access to the route. Oman Strait of Hormuz Plan Promotes Regional… Continue reading Oman Strait of Hormuz Plan Backed by Gulf States
Gulf states have reportedly endorsed an Omani proposal that would allow Iran to collect voluntary navigation fees from commercial vessels using the Strait of Hormuz. The initiative could help ease regional tensions and restore confidence in one of the world’s most important energy routes. A Gulf source said governments are supporting the proposal as they… Continue reading Strait of Hormuz Fees Proposal Gains Gulf Support
Prime Minister Andy Burnham has said he is prepared to publicly disagree with US President Donald Trump whenever he believes Britain’s national interests require it. In his first major interview since taking office, Burnham described his initial conversation with Trump as positive and “really warm”. However, he made clear that Britain’s relationship with the United… Continue reading Burnham says he is prepared to call out Trump ‘if right for Britain’
Former Cuban President Raul Castro was noticeably absent from Cuba’s annual July 26 Revolution Anniversary celebrations on Sunday, marking the first time in more than three decades that he has not attended the country’s most symbolic political event. The annual ceremony commemorates the historic 1953 attacks on the Moncada and Carlos Manuel de Cespedes barracks,… Continue reading Raúl Castro Absent from Cuba’s July 26 Revolution Anniversary Ceremony for First Time in Decades
Small businesses across the United States have launched fresh legal challenges against President Donald Trump’s latest round of sweeping tariffs, arguing the new trade measures exceed the administration’s legal authority and could severely impact American businesses. The lawsuits target tariffs announced on Thursday that impose double-digit duties on imports from 60 trading partners. The Trump… Continue reading Small Businesses Sue Trump Over New Sweeping Tariffs
US President Donald Trump has issued a strong warning to China and Russia, cautioning both countries against becoming involved in the ongoing conflict with Iran. In a post on his Truth Social platform, Trump said any military support for Tehran could have serious consequences and would not serve the interests of either Beijing or Moscow.… Continue reading Trump Warns China and Russia Against Supporting Iran in Ongoing Conflict
Iran has accused the United States of escalating tensions in the Strait of Hormuz by attempting to establish alternative shipping routes without consulting Tehran, despite an interim understanding between the two countries. Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi said the arrangement reached between Tehran and Washington gives Iran a role in overseeing transit procedures and coordinating… Continue reading Iran Blames US Over Strait of Hormuz Dispute as Indirect Talks Continue
US President Donald Trump delivered a fiery and often humorous speech at the White House Correspondents’ Dinner, taking fresh aim at major news organisations while also stressing the importance of free speech and open political debate. The annual event, which celebrates journalism and press freedom, returned after the previous gathering was canceled following a shooting… Continue reading Trump Takes Aim at Media During White House Correspondents’ Dinner
