US Politics

THE NEW YORK TIMES: Donald Trump has secretly signed a directive to the Pentagon to begin using military force against Latin American drug cartels that his administration deems terrorist organisations.

Donald Trump has announced he will meet in person with Russian President Vladimir Putin for crucial talks on the Ukraine war next week.

India’s stock market showed little sign of panic a day after the US announced a 50 per cent tariff on goods from the country and threatened secondary sanctions over its continued oil trade with Russia.

Vice President JD Vance's security team had an Ohio river's water level raised to accommodate his recent kayaking trip.

US President Donald Trump's higher tariffs on imports from dozens of countries have kicked in, leaving major trade partners scrambling to negotiate a better deal.

THE NEW YORK TIMES: The US Supreme Court will likely repeal a law that was viewed as the cornerstone of democracy by many. Its efforts are in line with Donald Trump’s broad expansion of executive power.

Top UK security expert Lord Mark Sedwill has urged honest public discourse on defence budgets and sacrifice.

THE ECONOMIST: A crackdown on Russian crude would have knock-on consequences.

Australia’s Health Minister has raised the alarm over Donald Trump’s latest tariff threat, warning it could jeopardise access to affordable medicines and vowing to defend the PBS at all costs.

The White House announced Wednesday that it is imposing an additional 25 per cent tariff on India, bringing the total levies against the major United States trading partner to 50 per cent.

US President Donald Trump’s ceasefire ultimatum for Russian President Vladimir Putin is approaching, following what he describes as ‘highly productive’ talks with his special envoy Steve Witkoff.

The Republican-controlled House Oversight Committee issued subpoenas for depositions with former President Bill Clinton, former Secretary of State Hillary Clinton and eight former top law enforcement officials.

The Israeli Prime Minister is set to discuss the details of his plan to occupy all of Gaza with officials this week.

As Vladimir Putin’s ceasefire ultimatum deadline nears, Volodymyr Zelenksy and Donald Trump have spoken about a drone deal and efforts to end the war.

THE NEW YORK TIMES: Of all the terrible things Donald Trump has said and done as president, the most dangerous one just happened on Friday.