A divided US appeals court has ruled that the majority of Donald Trump’s tariffs are unlawful, delivering a significant blow to one of the central pillars of his economic and foreign policy agenda. The decision sets the stage for a high-stakes legal battle that is expected to be decided by the Supreme Court. In a 7-4 ruling, the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Federal Circuit found that the former president exceeded his authority by using the International Emergency Economic Powers Act (IEEPA) to justify the tariffs on imports. The judges noted that while the law grants presidents broad powers…
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The United States has barred Palestinian President Mahmoud Abbas from attending next month’s UN General Assembly by revoking his visa, along with those of about 80 other Palestinian officials. The move, confirmed by the US State Department, has been met with sharp criticism from the Palestinian Authority and has raised questions about Washington’s compliance with international law. Reasons and Legal Concerns US Secretary of State Marco Rubio said the decision was made because Palestinian officials were undermining peace efforts and seeking “unilateral recognition of a conjectural Palestinian state.” The ban comes as France, with support from the UK, Canada, and…
Iran’s Revolutionary Guards announced on Saturday that they have arrested eight individuals suspected of attempting to transmit sensitive site coordinates and details about senior military figures to Israel’s Mossad. The report was carried by Iranian state media. The suspects are accused of providing this information to the Mossad spy agency during the Israeli air war on Iran in June. That conflict saw Israel attack Iranian nuclear facilities and kill top military commanders and civilians, marking the worst blow to the Islamic Republic since the 1980s war with Iraq. Iran retaliated with a barrage of missiles on Israeli military sites, infrastructure,…
The new $250 “visa integrity fee” for travelers to the United States threatens to add further strain on the struggling travel industry, as international arrivals continue to fall due to President Donald Trump’s strict immigration policies and an unwelcoming stance toward many foreign nations. International Arrivals Decline According to US government data, overseas travel to the US fell 3.1% year-on-year in July, reaching 19.2 million visitors. This marks the fifth consecutive month of decline this year, defying earlier forecasts that 2025 would finally see annual international visitors surpass the pre-pandemic level of 79.4 million. The new fee, scheduled to take…
According to a report by The New York Times, US-India relations have reached a new low after President Donald Trump canceled his planned visit to New Delhi for the upcoming Quad Summit. The decision highlights growing disagreements between Washington and New Delhi over trade, tariffs, and foreign policy issues. Canceled Visit Fuels Speculation The New York Times reported that President Trump had previously assured Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi of his attendance at the Quad Summit in November. However, officials familiar with his schedule have since confirmed that “Trump no longer has plans to visit India in the fall.” The…
Yemen’s Houthi movement has confirmed that its prime minister, Ahmed al-Rahawi, was killed in an Israeli air strike on the capital, Sanaa, on Saturday, along with several other government ministers. The Houthis announced the deaths on Saturday, characterizing the strike as a deliberate attack on their government’s leadership. Al-Rahawi, who headed the Houthi-led administration in areas under their control, was targeted during a workshop along with senior cabinet members. Houthis Vow Vengeance Against Israel Mahdi al-Mashat, the chairman of the Houthi Supreme Political Council, released a video message vowing revenge against Israel. “We shall take vengeance, and we shall forge…
On Saturday, Mayor Brandon Johnson of Chicago announced that the city’s police department will not collaborate with any federal agents or National Guard troops if President Donald Trump proceeds with his plan to deploy them to the city. Surrounded by other city leaders, Johnson signed an executive order to prepare Chicago for a potential federal operation, calling Trump’s threat “tyranny” and urging him to reconsider. Johnson emphasized, “This is about making sure we are prepared,” and stressed that the order provides “real, clear guidance” for city employees and residents on how to resist federal interference. Executive Order Limits Police Authority…
Russian President Vladimir Putin is expected to arrive in Tianjin on Sunday for a two-day Shanghai Cooperation Organisation (SCO) summit, hosted by Chinese President Xi Jinping. The gathering will bring together leaders from approximately 20 nations, including India, Pakistan, Iran, Turkey, and Central Asian states, making it the largest meeting for the bloc since its founding in 2001. This summit takes place just days before China is set to stage a military parade in Beijing to mark the 80th anniversary of the end of World War II. Putin Backs ‘Multipolar’ Global Order In an interview with China’s Xinhua news agency,…
The Al-Qassam Brigades, the armed wing of Hamas, have confirmed that their spokesperson, Abu Obeida, was killed in an Israeli airstrike on Saturday. According to Arab media, the strike targeted an apartment in Gaza, resulting in the deaths of everyone inside. In a statement reported by Arab outlets, the Al-Qassam Brigades stated that Abu Obeida was among those killed when Israeli warplanes bombed the apartment he was using in Gaza. His body was later identified by his family and senior leaders of the brigades. Abu Obeida had served for years as the public face of Hamas’s military wing and was…
Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi told Chinese President Xi Jinping on Sunday that New Delhi is dedicated to building ties with Beijing based on “mutual respect, trust, and sensitivities.” The meeting, held on the sidelines of the Shanghai Cooperation Organisation (SCO) summit, takes place as both Asian giants signal a cautious warming of relations. Modi highlighted the progress made on the long-disputed Himalayan border, noting that an atmosphere of “peace and stability” has been created after years of deadlock. He also confirmed that a border management agreement has been reached, though specific details were not shared. These remarks represent a…
