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Syria’s Interim President Vows Protection for Druze Community Amid Israeli Airstrikes on Damascus In a powerful and emotionally charged speech, Syria’s interim President Ahmed al-Sharaa addressed the nation for the first time since Israel launched a series of airstrikes on Damascus and surrounding areas. His remarks centered on the protection of Syria’s Druze community, a religious and ethnic minority caught in the middle of the escalating conflict. Al-Sharaa emphasized that safeguarding the rights and security of the Druze people remains one of his administration’s top priorities. The Druze, who number around 700,000 in Syria, have historically lived in relative isolation in mountainous regions, particularly in the southern governorate of Sweida. They follow a distinct monotheistic faith that originated in the 11th century, branching off from Islam, and have long sought to maintain their autonomy in a country torn apart by sectarian strife and civil war. Al-Sharaa’s Televised Sta...

  UK Lifts Safety Ban on Pakistani Airlines, Paving Way for Resumption of Flights Pakistani airlines are now allowed to resume flights to the United Kingdom after a ban imposed over safety concerns was lifted. The move marks a major milestone for Pakistan International Airlines (PIA), which had been barred from operating in the UK and European Union since 2020. The UK’s Air Safety Committee announced the decision on Wednesday, stating that the restrictions on Pakistani carriers have been removed following improvements in air safety standards. However, individual airlines will still need to apply for operating permits from the UK Civil Aviation Authority. The original ban followed a deadly PIA plane crash in 2020 and a subsequent scandal involving the licensing of Pakistani pilots, which raised international concerns about aviation oversight in the country. While the European Union lifted its ban last year, allowing PIA to resume operations there in January, UK authorities had ...

  Euro Slips, Dollar Gains After Trump Threatens 30% Tariffs on EU and Mexico SINGAPORE, July 14 – The euro weakened to a three-week low early Monday, while the U.S. dollar saw modest gains following U.S. President Donald Trump's announcement of 30% tariffs on imports from the European Union and Mexico, set to begin on August 1. Market reaction to the new tariffs was subdued, with most currencies holding steady. The euro later pared some losses and was last down 0.13% at $1.1676. The dollar also rose against the Mexican peso, gaining 0.28% to 18.6763. Sterling slipped 0.15% to $1.3470, while the Japanese yen edged up slightly to 147.31 per dollar. The Australian and New Zealand dollars also declined, falling 0.12% and 0.37% respectively. Cryptocurrencies, however, saw a rally. Bitcoin surged past the $120,000 level for the first time, rising 2.6% to $122,248.59, while Ether gained 2% to reach $3,052. Analysts attributed the jump to growing optimism over upcoming policy devel...

Trump Defends Response Amid Texas Flood Crisis, Calls Rescue Efforts ‘Heroism’ Kerrville, Texas | July 11, 2025 — President Donald Trump visited flood-stricken Kerrville, Texas, on Friday and praised local officials and first responders for their actions amid devastating floods that swept through Central Texas. His visit comes as questions mount over the federal government’s preparedness and response to the natural disaster. Standing among first responders and law enforcement officers, Trump said, “The people here — first responders, the sheriff’s office, police — they’ve done an unbelievable job.” He commended not only emergency personnel but also the community and volunteers who mobilized quickly to assist flood victims. “They’re talented and they’ve got a big heart,” Trump said, referring to the volunteers. “It’s amazing what you’re doing.” Calling the situation a “terrible nightmare,” the president expressed gratitude for the unity and resilience shown by residents of Kerr C...

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Trump to Release New Tariff Letters Targeting Seven or More Countries Fresh round of tariffs, ranging from 25% to 40%, set to begin August 1, 2025, as White House pushes “tailor-made” trade strategy In a major development on the global economic front, U.S. President Donald Trump has announced that his administration will release a new batch of trade letters on Wednesday, targeting at least seven countries with increased tariffs as part of his continued campaign to address what he calls “deeply unfair trade practices.” The new tariffs, ranging from 25% to 40% , are scheduled to go into effect on August 1, 2025 , and come just days after Trump sent similar letters to 14 countries earlier this week. These letters serve as a formal notification that unless bilateral trade agreements are finalized by the August deadline, the higher tariffs will be imposed without further negotiation. Trump made the announcement on his social media platform, emphasizing that this is only the beginnin...

Trump Slaps 25% Tariffs on Japan and South Korea; India Given More Time to Finalize Trade Deal Washington / New Delhi – July 8, 2025 With the clock ticking down on a critical pause in reciprocal tariffs, U.S. President Donald Trump has announced that his administration will impose 25% tariffs on imports from Japan and South Korea beginning August 1 . This move marks the first of what is expected to be a wave of tariff actions targeting multiple trade partners worldwide. At the same time, India has been granted an extended window—until August 1—to finalize a pending interim trade agreement with the United States. Tariffs as Pressure Tactic The announcement comes just two days before a July 9 deadline, when the existing cap of 10% tariffs is set to expire. President Trump, in letters addressed to the leaders of Japan and South Korea, reiterated that any retaliatory tariffs by these countries would be met with additional levies on top of the new 25% baseline. The letters were shared ...

Elon Musk Hits Back After Trump Calls Him ‘Off the Rails’, Deepens Rift with Launch of ‘American Party’ In a striking escalation of tensions between two of the most prominent figures in American public life, Elon Musk has delivered a sharp and calculated response to U.S. President Donald Trump’s latest criticism. The fallout stems from Musk’s announcement of a new political movement, the “American Party,” which he says aims to disrupt the long-standing dominance of the two-party political system in the United States. Earlier this week, Trump took to his social media platform, Truth Social, to denounce Musk in a blistering post. He accused the Tesla and SpaceX CEO of losing touch with reality, writing, “It’s sad to watch Elon Musk go completely ‘off the rails,’ essentially becoming a train wreck over the past five weeks.” The president appeared particularly rattled by Musk’s open push for a third political party — a concept Trump dismissed as historically futile and inherently destab...

“ It’s All Fake”: White House Insider Claims Trump’s Tariff Threats Are a Theatrical Show In a dramatic revelation that could shake the credibility of President Donald Trump’s latest trade offensive, a White House insider has claimed that the administration’s tariff threats are not grounded in real policy plans but are instead part of a carefully staged political spectacle. The source, who spoke to Politico on condition of anonymity, described the ongoing trade negotiations and looming tariff threats as “all fake.” According to the insider, there is no genuine deadline for reaching trade deals before new tariffs come into effect—only what they called a “self-imposed landmark” in what they referred to as a “theatrical show.” “There’s no deadline,” the source said. “It’s a self-imposed landmark in this theatrical show, and that’s where we are.” The claim casts serious doubt on the administration's public messaging around the urgency and intent of its latest protectionist push. ...

Amid Trade Stalemate with India, Trump Signs Tariff Letters for 12 Nations Amid growing uncertainty over the possibility of an interim trade agreement between India and the United States before the July 9 deadline, U.S. President Donald Trump announced that he has signed letters notifying 12 countries of upcoming reciprocal tariffs. These letters are set to be dispatched on Monday, with the tariffs scheduled to take effect on August 1. This timeline allows additional space for negotiations with countries like India, which have yet to finalize a trade deal with Washington. A senior Indian official revealed that agriculture remains a major sticking point in the talks. India has taken a firm stance on protecting its agricultural sector, although it has expressed readiness to reduce import duties on a broader range of products. Historically, India has been cautious in trade agreements involving agriculture, largely to safeguard small-scale farmers. India's negotiating team, led by...