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28 Feb

Canada Vows Strong Response if US Imposes Tariffs

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Ottawa (National Times): Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau has issued a stern warning regarding the potential imposition of tariffs by the United States, asserting that Canada will respond immediately and forcefully if such measures are enacted. Speaking to reporters on Friday, Trudeau emphasized that his government is doing everything possible to prevent the tariffs from taking effect but will not hesitate to retaliate if necessary. "We will continue working to prevent these tariffs, but if on Tuesday the US imposes unjustified tariffs on Canada, we will have an immediate and extremely strong response, as Canadians expect," Trudeau stated, as reported…

26 Feb

Trump Introduces $5 Million ‘Gold Card’ Visa to Replace EB-5 Program

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Washington, D.C. (National Times): Former U.S. President Donald Trump has announced a new “Gold Card” visa, a $5 million fast-track route to U.S. citizenship for wealthy foreign investors. The initiative aims to replace the existing EB-5 visa program, which has been in place since 1990. What is the ‘Gold Card’ Visa? The Gold Card visa will grant permanent residency to individuals who invest $5 million in the U.S. economy. Trump claims this new policy will attract affluent investors, stimulate economic growth, and eliminate fraud associated with the EB-5 program. Full details are expected to be disclosed in two weeks. Trump’s…

25 Feb

Trump Administration Breaks with European Allies Over Russia-Ukraine War at UN

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New York, February 25, 2025 – In a stark shift in U.S. foreign policy, President Donald Trump’s administration has distanced itself from European allies by refusing to blame Russia for its invasion of Ukraine during key United Nations votes. The move has heightened tensions within the transatlantic alliance and raised concerns over Washington’s stance on the ongoing three-year war.During Monday’s UN General Assembly session, the United States voted alongside Russia against a European-backed Ukrainian resolution that explicitly condemned Moscow’s aggression and called for an immediate withdrawal of Russian troops. The resolution passed with 93 votes in favor, 18 against, and…

25 Feb

Punjab CM Bhagwant Mann Accuses Centre of Targeting Punjab Over US Deportation Issue

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Chandigarh (National Times): Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann on Tuesday lashed out at the Central government, accusing it of deliberately portraying Punjab in a bad light over the recent deportation of illegal immigrants from the United States. Addressing the Punjab Assembly’s special session, CM Mann questioned why all three deportation flights landed in Amritsar, despite carrying immigrants from multiple states. "Three flights arrived in India, and all of them landed in Amritsar. These flights came via Gujarat due to restrictions on using Pakistani and Afghan airspace for military aircraft. However, the number of Gujaratis and Haryanavis on these flights was…

24 Feb

Over 170,000 Canadians Sign Petition to Revoke Elon Musk’s Citizenship

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Ottawa, February 24, 2025 – A Canadian parliamentary petition demanding the revocation of Elon Musk’s citizenship has gained massive traction, with over 170,000 signatures as of Sunday. The petition, initiated by British Columbia author Qualia Reed and sponsored by New Democrat MP Charlie Angus, accuses Musk of engaging in activities that threaten Canada’s national interests due to his advisory role in U.S. President Donald Trump’s administration. Musk’s Role in Trump’s Government Sparks Controversy The controversy stems from Musk’s leadership of the Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE), a newly created U.S. advisory body tasked with streamlining federal operations and reducing national…

22 Feb

S Jaishankar: Modi-Trump Meeting Went ‘Very Well’ Due to Shared Nationalist Ideology

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New Delhi, February 22, 2025 – External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar described Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s recent bilateral meeting with US President Donald Trump as highly successful, attributing their strong rapport to their shared nationalist ideology. Speaking at an event, Jaishankar highlighted that both leaders respect each other’s nationalist approach, which contributed to the positive outcome of the discussions. Modi and Trump: A Strong Connection Jaishankar noted that PM Modi was one of the first world leaders invited by Trump after he began his second term as US President. He pointed out that Trump acknowledges Modi’s commitment to India, just…

21 Feb

Kash Patel Confirmed as FBI Director in Narrow Senate Vote

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Washington, D.C., February 21, 2025 – Kash Patel, a close ally of former President Donald Trump, was confirmed as the new Director of the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) on Thursday. The Senate vote passed by a slim margin of 51-49, with Patel securing support from most Republicans despite opposition from all Senate Democrats. A Contentious Confirmation Process Patel's confirmation faced resistance from Republican Senators Lisa Murkowski of Alaska and Susan Collins of Maine. However, he received backing from the rest of the Republican Party, including Senate Minority Leader Mitch McConnell, who had previously opposed other Trump nominees.Following the confirmation,…

19 Feb

Vladimir Putin Open to Meeting Trump, Says U.S.-Russia Talks Show ‘Positive’ Shift

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Moscow, February 19, 2025: Russian President Vladimir Putin has expressed his willingness to meet Donald Trump, but he insists that any such meeting must be well-prepared to ensure meaningful outcomes.In a televised address on Wednesday, Putin said he would be “pleased” to meet Trump but acknowledged that the former U.S. president’s expectations for a swift resolution to the Ukraine conflict might have changed. Russia-U.S. Talks in Riyadh ‘Very Positive’ Putin highlighted the recent meeting between Russian and U.S. officials in Riyadh, calling the discussions “very positive.” He noted that the American delegation displayed a new openness, free from past biases…

19 Feb

Zelenskyy Dismisses Trump’s Claims, Says US-President is in “Russian Disinformation Space”

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Kyiv, February 19, 2025: Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy pushed back against former US President Donald Trump's recent remarks about his approval rating, saying Trump is influenced by Russian disinformation.During an event at Mar-a-Lago, Trump claimed that Zelenskyy's approval rating had dropped to 4%. Responding at a press conference in Kyiv, Zelenskyy dismissed the claim, stating, “We have seen this disinformation. We understand that it is coming from Russia.”Zelenskyy further suggested that Trump “lives in this disinformation space,” implying that the former US president is echoing Russian propaganda. The comments come amid growing global tensions and ongoing US support for Ukraine…

19 Feb

Panama Holds Indian Deportees in Hotel Under US Migration Agreement

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Panama (National Times): Panama is currently housing nearly 300 deported migrants, including 30 Indian nationals, in a guarded hotel in Panama City, following an agreement with the United States. The detainees, originating from India, Iran, Nepal, Sri Lanka, Pakistan, Afghanistan, China, and other nations, were deported from the US but face diplomatic and logistical barriers preventing their direct return. Hotel Detention and Security Measures The migrants, including women and children, are confined to their rooms at the Decapolis Hotel Panama, where authorities have placed guards around the premises. While they are receiving food and medical assistance, they cannot leave the…