US foreign policy
Trump Claims Credit for India-Pakistan Ceasefire, Updates Number of Downed Fighter Jets to Eight
Nov 06, 2025 12:09 pm CST
US President Donald Trump has revised his controversial claim about mediating peace between India and Pakistan, now stating that eight fighter jets were downed during the conflict. Despite India's denials of US intervention, Trump continues to assert that his trade deal threats forced the nuclear powers to reach a ceasefire agreement following Operation Sindoor in May.
Trump Compares Putin and Xi Jinping: "These Are People Not To Be Toyed With"
Nov 03, 2025 01:28 pm CST
In a revealing CBS interview, former President Trump shared his perspectives on Russian and Chinese leaders, describing both Putin and Xi Jinping as "tough, smart leaders" while confirming plans for US nuclear testing and discussing his approach to international conflicts. Trump claimed success in stopping eight wars during his administration and expressed confidence in eventually resolving the Russia-Ukraine conflict.
Trump's Strategic Pivot to Pakistan: Implications for India and Regional Security
Oct 30, 2025 05:56 pm CST
This analysis examines President Trump's unexplained tilt toward Pakistan, the new Saudi-Pakistan defense agreement, and their significant implications for India's regional security and diplomatic strategy. The article explores the complex web of relationships between the US, Pakistan, Saudi Arabia, and India, highlighting how recent developments could reshape the balance of power in South Asia while complicating India's counter-terrorism efforts.
Marco Rubio Affirms US-Pakistan Relations Won't Compromise Historic India Partnership
Oct 27, 2025 12:32 am CST
US Secretary of State Marco Rubio reassures that America's growing strategic ties with Pakistan will not affect its deep, historic relationship with India. Speaking before meeting Indian External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar, Rubio addressed India's energy relationship with Russia and recent US sanctions on Russian oil exporters, while acknowledging ongoing trade tensions between the US and India despite their strong alliance.
Trump Expresses Frustration Over Russia-Ukraine Peace Progress as US Imposes New Oil Sanctions
Oct 24, 2025 09:08 am CST
White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt reveals President Trump's growing frustration with the Russia-Ukraine conflict, highlighting new sanctions against Russian oil companies and claims that India has reduced Russian oil purchases at Trump's request. The planned Trump-Putin meeting remains postponed as the US pushes for concrete steps toward peace negotiations.
Trump to Confront Xi About China's Fentanyl Trafficking Through Venezuela at APEC Summit
Oct 24, 2025 09:06 am CST
President Trump plans to address China's alleged role in smuggling fentanyl through Venezuela at his upcoming meeting with President Xi Jinping in South Korea. Amid rising US-China tensions and impending tariffs, Trump highlights how Chinese manufacturers are rerouting deadly fentanyl through Venezuela to evade port controls, contributing to America's overdose crisis that has claimed nearly 330,000 lives in five years.
US-Colombia Diplomatic Crisis Escalates as Trump and Petro Engage in Public Confrontation Over Drug Trafficking Allegations
Oct 22, 2025 10:11 am CST
The diplomatic relationship between the United States and Colombia has deteriorated significantly following Donald Trump's decision to freeze aid and label President Gustavo Petro a drug trafficker. While Colombian businesses fear economic repercussions from potential tariffs, Petro appears to embrace the conflict for political leverage ahead of upcoming elections. This unprecedented tension threatens decades of cooperation between the two nations and could have lasting implications for regional stability and Colombia's economic future.
Trump Warns Hamas of "Fast, Furious and Brutal" End If Ceasefire Violations Continue
Oct 21, 2025 10:29 pm CST
President Donald Trump has warned Hamas of severe consequences if they violate the US-brokered ceasefire agreement with Israel, revealing that multiple Middle Eastern allies have offered to intervene with "heavy force" in Gaza. As tensions escalate with recent Israeli airstrikes following alleged ceasefire violations, Trump maintains that diplomatic solutions are still possible.
Trump Threatens Massive Tariffs on India Over Continued Russian Oil Purchases Despite Diplomatic Denials
Oct 20, 2025 10:34 am CST
US President Donald Trump has threatened to maintain or increase substantial tariffs on Indian exports unless India halts its Russian oil purchases, despite India's denial of previous claims about diplomatic agreements. This growing trade tension comes as India remains Russia's largest seaborne oil customer while the US attempts to isolate Moscow economically over the Ukraine conflict.
Trump Claims He Can Easily Solve Pakistan-Afghanistan Conflict While Touting Peace Brokering Record
Oct 18, 2025 12:34 pm CST
US President Donald Trump has claimed he could easily resolve tensions between Pakistan and Afghanistan, adding it to his list of international conflicts he says he's solved. Despite asserting he brokered peace between India and Pakistan, India maintains any ceasefire agreement came through direct military talks. Trump expressed frustration at not receiving Nobel recognition for his claimed diplomatic achievements in multiple global conflicts.