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01 Jul

Trump Slams Elon Musk Over New Party Call, EV Subsidies: “He’d Have to Shut Shop Without Government Help”

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Washington, D.C (National Times): In a fiery response to billionaire entrepreneur Elon Musk’s criticism of U.S. spending policies and his hint at launching a new political faction, former U.S. President Donald Trump hit back sharply, accusing Musk of profiting heavily from government subsidies and reiterating his opposition to electric vehicle (EV) mandates. Posting on Truth Social, Trump said, “Elon Musk knew, long before he endorsed me for President, that I was strongly against the EV mandate. It is ridiculous and has always been a major part of my campaign. Electric cars are fine, but not everyone should be forced to…

28 Jun

Trump Terminates Trade Talks With Canada Over Digital Services Tax, Slams 400% Dairy Tariffs

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Washington DC (National Times): In a fiery social media post on Friday, U.S. President Donald J. Trump announced the immediate termination of all trade discussions with Canada, accusing the country of imposing a “Digital Services Tax” on American technology firms and unfair tariffs on U.S. farmers. Taking to his platform Truth Social, President Trump called Canada “a very difficult Country to TRADE with” and alleged that Canadian policies have long targeted American producers, specifically pointing to 400% tariffs on dairy products. Trump’s remarks came after reports that Canada had introduced a new tax targeting digital services, a move similar to…

26 Jun

“Daddy”: Donald Trump Gets Unusual Nickname from NATO Chief Amid Israel-Iran Ceasefire Talks

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The Hague (National Times): In an unexpected moment of levity during the tense backdrop of the Israel-Iran ceasefire negotiations, NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte gave US President Donald Trump a surprising new nickname: “Daddy.” The moniker emerged during a NATO summit in The Hague on Wednesday, where Rutte praised Trump’s role in mediating the ceasefire between Iran and Israel, comparing the situation to a schoolyard brawl that needed firm intervention. “They’ve had a big fight, like two kids in a schoolyard,” President Trump said, referring to the two long-time rivals. “You know, they fight like hell. You can’t stop them.…

24 Jun

Donald Trump Declares Ceasefire Between Israel and Iran, Despite Conflicting Reports from Tehran

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Washington, D.C. (National Times): US President Donald Trump has announced that a ceasefire is now in effect between Israel and Iran, marking what he calls a “historic breakthrough” in one of the most volatile flashpoints of the Middle East. The statement, issued through his official Truth Social account, comes amid ongoing tensions and mixed signals from the region. “The ceasefire is now in effect. Please do not violate it…,” Trump posted on Tuesday, urging restraint following what he described as a decisive military maneuver by the U.S. In a separate post, Trump credited the U.S. military’s strategic role in facilitating…

24 Jun

Donald Trump Announces Iran-Israel Ceasefire, But Tehran Denies Agreement

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Washington/Tehran/Jerusalem (National Times): In a dramatic turn of events, former U.S. President Donald Trump claimed on Tuesday that a full ceasefire agreement had been reached between Iran and Israel to end the ongoing 12-day war that has shaken the Middle East. However, Iran’s top officials swiftly denied any such agreement, casting doubt on Trump’s declaration. Posting on his Truth Social platform, Trump wrote: “CONGRATULATIONS TO EVERYONE! It has been fully agreed by and between Israel and Iran that there will be a Complete and Total CEASEFIRE (in approximately 6 hours from now)... A war that could have gone on for…

23 Jun

Carney, Trump Discuss Middle East De-escalation, NATO, and Trade Progress

Rajeev Sharma0 CommentsCanadaCanada-US relations, Donald Trump, Mark Carney, NATO summit 2025

Ottawa/Washington, June 23, 2025:Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney has confirmed a high-level conversation with U.S. President Donald Trump, focusing on key global and bilateral issues, including the escalating crisis in the Middle East, NATO cooperation, and trade negotiations between the two countries.In a post shared online, Carney stated that the two leaders spoke overnight to address urgent developments. The primary agenda was to coordinate steps for de-escalating the conflict in the Middle East, which has seen heightened tensions following recent U.S. military action and diplomatic fallout involving Iran.Carney also emphasized Canada and the United States' mutual commitment to strengthening NATO…

23 Jun

US Urges China to Prevent Iran from Shutting Down Strait of Hormuz Amid Soaring Tensions

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Washington/Beijing (National Times): Amid escalating Middle East tensions, U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio has urged China to intervene diplomatically and stop Iran from potentially closing the Strait of Hormuz, a vital chokepoint for global oil shipments. Rubio’s appeal comes in response to reports from Iran's state-run Press TV, which stated that the Iranian parliament had approved a proposal to shut the Strait. However, the final decision rests with Iran’s Supreme National Security Council. The Strait, a narrow waterway between the Persian Gulf and the Gulf of Oman, facilitates the passage of nearly 20% of the global oil supply. Speaking…

22 Jun

Yemen’s Houthis Threaten US Warships Amid Escalating Iran-Israel Conflict

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Yemen (National Times) Yemen’s Houthi rebels issued a stern warning on Saturday, threatening to strike American warships in the Red Sea if the United States joins Israel in its ongoing military operations against Iran. The threat comes just weeks after a fragile ceasefire was reached between the U.S. and the Houthis in May, under which both parties agreed to avoid targeting one another. However, the truce now appears to be under strain as regional tensions in West Asia intensify following Israel’s airstrikes on Iranian nuclear facilities. “If the United States participates in any aggression against Iran alongside the Israeli enemy,…

22 Jun

Netanyahu Hails Trump After US Strikes Iran’s Nuclear Sites: “A Historic Shift Begins Tonight”

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Jerusalem/Washington (National Times): Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu on Sunday applauded U.S. President Donald Trump for ordering airstrikes on three major Iranian nuclear facilities, calling it a "bold and historic decision" that he believes will reshape the future of the Middle East. In a nationally broadcast video statement following the strikes, Netanyahu declared, “President Trump and I have always said: ‘Peace through strength.’ Tonight, the United States demonstrated extraordinary strength under his leadership.” The U.S. military, in a coordinated nighttime assault, targeted Iran's Fordow, Natanz, and Isfahan nuclear sites. According to Trump’s comments on Fox News, the operation involved six…

22 Jun

Here’s what Donald Trump said after US Launches Strikes on Iran’s Nuclear Facilities Amid Escalating Conflict with Israel

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Washington, D.C. (National Times): In a dramatic escalation of hostilities in the Middle East, the United States has carried out targeted strikes on three of Iran’s nuclear facilities amid the ongoing conflict between Iran and Israel. The high-stakes operation was confirmed by President Donald Trump, who issued a series of strong-worded statements late Tuesday night. Labeling Iran as the "bully of the Middle East," Trump warned Tehran that if peace is not pursued urgently, future military responses from the U.S. would be "far greater and easier." Referencing decades of Iranian hostility, Trump said, “For 40 years, Iran has been saying…