IN BRIEF: Key Peskov statements on Victory Day security, Putin-Trump talks
He also noted that there had been no discussions about extending the ceasefire, nor any attempts to disrupt Victory Day celebrations
Tass | Sat, 9 May 2026 09:04:54
Which Trump Tariffs Are in Place, in the Works or Ruled Illegal
The president has reworked his tariffs repeatedly - sometimes because they have been declared illegal - with more updates still to come.
Lazaro Gamio and Tony Romm / NY Times | Sat, 9 May 2026 09:02:24
Donald Trump congratulates SNP leader John Swinney but doesn't heap praise on Nigel Farage
US President Donald Trump has congratulated John Swinney following the Scottish National Party's fifth consecutive election win. Mr Trump, who proudly boasts about his mother's Scottish roots, said: to John Swinney on winning his Re-Election for First Minister of Scotland. "He is a good man, who worked very hard, along ...
Fintan Starkey / GB News | Sat, 9 May 2026 08:53:57
Trump's new Iran gamble: Military brinkmanship and nuclear diplomacy
The latest signals emerging from Washington, Tehran and the broader transatlantic security establishment suggest that the United States and Iran may be inching towards a temporary diplomatic opening after months of dangerous escalation. What initially...
Dr. Ashok Sharma / Times of India | Sat, 9 May 2026 07:22:11
US sanctions 9 mainland China and Hong Kong entities over alleged Iran military links
The United States has sanctioned a total of nine mainland Chinese and Hong Kong companies and individuals accused of helping Iran's military. The decision, which risks complicating Donald Trump's visit to China next week, was announced on Friday by the Treasury and State departments. A Treasury Department press release said ...
Laura Zhou / South China Morning Post | Sat, 9 May 2026 07:16:07
White House's 'lack of organization' has AI lobbyists fretting
The Trump administration has sent mixed signals about how tough it intends to be in vetting powerful new computer models.
Brendan Bordelon, Aaron Mak, John Hewitt Jones / Politico | Sat, 9 May 2026 07:11:43
Trump waits on response to peace plan as Iran accuses US of 'reckless military adventure'
Iran has given no indication of whether it will accept the US plan to end the war and reopen the Strait of Hormuz a day after renewed clashes threatened the fragile truce.
Courtney Subramanian, Courtney McBride, Jen Judson / Sydney Morning Herald | Sat, 9 May 2026 06:30:00
China's Exports and Imports Set Records in April Amid High Energy Costs
The country's exports surged and its trade surplus with the United States widened ahead of President Trump's scheduled visit next week to Beijing.
Keith Bradsher / NY Times | Sat, 9 May 2026 06:19:55
China'a trade figures: Exports jump 14.1% in April, ahead of Trump-Xi visit
China's exports surged 14.1% in April, significantly exceeding expectations and bolstering the nation's economy despite global uncertainties. This strong performance precedes a crucial meeting between US and Chinese leaders, where trade tensions and other disputes are expected to be discussed. Analysts anticipate continued export-driven growth for China this year.
TOI Business Desk / Times of India | Sat, 9 May 2026 05:12:04
Trump, with no evidence, claims Congo sent prisoners to US border with Mexico
The U.S. has deported migrants from other countries to Congo in recent months, as it has also continued to mediate a conflict between Congo and neighboring Rwanda.
Eric Bazail-Eimil / Politico | Sat, 9 May 2026 05:08:26
Whisky business: Investors pin hopes on Trump's Scotch tariff reversal after dire three years
President Trump's decision to ditch the 10% tariff on Scotch whisky could boost the market for premium cask collecting.
CNBC | Sat, 9 May 2026 05:00:01
What will it take to free 1,600 stranded ships from Hormuz deep waters?
President Trump's "Project Freedom" to escort ships through the Strait of Hormuz lasted only 48 hours, leaving thousands of vessels stranded. Despite US military guidance for two ships, the operation was paused due to ongoing dangers, with shipping executives unwilling to risk passage without a proven peace accord.
TOI Business Desk / Times of India | Sat, 9 May 2026 04:16:37
Nuclear holocaust threat just another day in Trump World
As he struggles to force Iran's capitulation, US PresidentDonald Trumpissued what seemed to be yet another threat to commit an act of mass destruction against the country through nuclear warfare. When negotiations have faltered in recent weeks, Trump has on multiple occasions defaulted to genocidal threats-including that the"whole Iran would ...
Stephen Prager / Asia Times | Sat, 9 May 2026 04:03:27
Trump, Xi and the bid for a 'grand bargain' between superpowers
As the US president prepares to visit Beijing, America no longer holds all the cards - but China knows it must tread carefully
FT | Sat, 9 May 2026 04:00:26
China's exports jump 14% ahead of Xi-Trump summit
Robust trade surplus shows US tariffs have done little to dent the country's manufacturing prowess
FT | Sat, 9 May 2026 03:53:42
Trump does not rule out redeployment of US troops from Germany to Poland
The US leader also noted that he has excellent personal relations with the Polish leadership
Tass | Sat, 9 May 2026 03:45:01
US to resume operation in Strait of Hormuz in case of no progress with Iran - Trump
Donal Trumpt noted that the United States could resume Operation Project Freedom to organize the transit of ships through the Strait of Hormuz if there is no progress in negotiations with Iran
Tass | Sat, 9 May 2026 03:23:00
Marco Rubio backs Nato in visit to Italy after Donald Trump considers pulling troops across Europe
Marco Rubio has backed Nato after Donald Trump considered pulling troops from Italy and Spain. The US Secretary of State declared himself "a strong supporter of NATO" as he met with Italy's Foreign Minister and Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni in Rome to discuss the Iran war and the US's presence ...
Peter Stevens / GB News | Sat, 9 May 2026 02:27:24
Investors have worries about Trump's pick for Fed chair. Should they?
In an extraordinary break from the diplomatic restraint typical of central banks, a dozen leaders of the world's foremost monetary institutions issued a joint statement in January declaring their "full solidarity" with the US Federal Reserve and its embattled chair, Jerome Powell. "The independence of central banks is a cornerstone ...
Sylvia Ma / South China Morning Post | Sat, 9 May 2026 01:00:10
US President says negotiators to be sent to Moscow if it helps Ukraine talks
Donald Trump also suggested that the Ukrainian conflict may indeed be coming to an end
Tass | Sat, 9 May 2026 00:54:00
Middle East crisis day 70 as it happened: US strikes 2 Iranian-flagged oil tankers as ceasefire comes under new strains
Donald Trump says truce between Washington and Tehran still in effect after the two sides exchanged fire
FT | Fri, 8 May 2026 23:56:41
Quote of the Day
"I've settled eight wars and actually nine and now it looks like we could have 10." - President Trump, speaking to reporters.
Taegan Goddard / Taegan Goddard | Fri, 8 May 2026 23:48:24
Trump Prioritizes Reopening Hormuz
"President Trump has changed his approach as he tries to end the war against Iran: reopen the Strait of Hormuz at all costs and leave thorny negotiations on Tehran's nuclear and ballistic missile programs until later," Bloomberg reports. "That strategy has seen the ceasefire between the US and Iran tested ...
Taegan Goddard / Taegan Goddard | Fri, 8 May 2026 23:22:34
Trump Officials Deny They're Softening on Immigration
"Markwayne Mullin made clear from the start of his tenure as secretary that he wanted the Department of Homeland Security to stay out of the headlines and adopt a quieter approach after a tumultuous year under his predecessor, Kristi Noem," the New York Times reports. "He paused plans to convert ...
Taegan Goddard / Taegan Goddard | Fri, 8 May 2026 23:18:56
U.S. Targets Iran's Missile and Drone Program With Sanctions
The new measures are focused on Chinese companies that supply Iran's military with materials to make drones.
Alan Rappeport / NY Times | Fri, 8 May 2026 23:14:10
Trump Plans to Fire F.D.A. Commissioner Marty Makary
Dr. Makary has been a supporter of the Make American Healthy Again Movement but made some enemies in the administration over vaping, the abortion pill and rejections of new drugs.
Christina Jewett and Maggie Haberman / NY Times | Fri, 8 May 2026 23:08:09
Trump appeals latest court loss on tariffs as chaos and uncertainty amp up
US President Donald Trump filed an appeal on Friday after the latest legal setback to his signature tariff policy, piling on more chaos and global uncertainty and setting up a new tussle over billions of US dollars in refunds. The appeal follows a decision on Thursday by the US Court ...
Mark Magnier / South China Morning Post | Fri, 8 May 2026 22:29:53