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05 Mar

“If US Wants War, We’re Ready,” China Denounces U.S. Tariffs as “Blackmail” Over Fentanyl

Rajeev Sharma0 CommentsWorld NewsChina, Donald Trump, US, US China War

Beijing (National Times)– A spokesperson for the Chinese government has issued a fiery rebuke of U.S. tariffs on Chinese goods, labeling them a baseless pretext tied to the fentanyl crisis and vowing to resist what they called American "bullying." In a statement released today, China defended its retaliatory actions as "entirely justified and essential" to protect its interests, while accusing the U.S. of exploiting the drug epidemic to justify economic aggression. The fentanyl crisis, which has ravaged communities across the United States, has long been a point of contention between Washington and Beijing. U.S. officials have claimed that China plays…

02 Mar

Volodymyr Zelenskyy Stresses Need for Security Guarantees After Oval Office Clash with Donald Trump

Rajeev Sharma0 CommentsWorld NewsDonald Trump, Russia Ukraine War, Ukraine, Volodymyr Zelenskyy

Kyiv (National Times)– Following a tense exchange with U.S. President Donald Trump over a potential ceasefire in Ukraine's war with Russia, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy reaffirmed his country's desire for peace but insisted that a "just and lasting peace" is impossible without security guarantees from the U.S. and its allies. In a series of posts on X (formerly Twitter), Zelenskyy thanked the American government and people for their support while urging the U.S. to take a stronger stance in backing Ukraine. Ukraine’s Call for Stronger U.S. Support Zelenskyy made it clear that Ukraine is grateful for past U.S. military aid,…

02 Mar

Trump May Halt Military Aid to Ukraine After Oval Office Clash: Report

Rajeev Sharma0 CommentsWorld NewsDonald Trump, Russia Ukraine, Ukraine, United States, Volodymyr Zelenskyy

Washington, D.C., February 28, 2025 – U.S. President Donald Trump is reportedly considering ending all military aid to Ukraine following a heated confrontation with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky at the White House, according to a report by The Washington Post (WP), citing a senior Trump administration official. Tense White House Meeting Ends Abruptly The meeting, originally scheduled to finalize a mineral trade agreement, quickly devolved into a tense exchange over U.S. military assistance to Ukraine and the conditions for a potential peace deal with Russia. After 45 minutes of escalating tensions, Trump abruptly ended the meeting, instructing his officials to…

02 Mar

Donald Trump Accuses Volodymyr Zelensky, Says ‘You’re Gambling with World War 3’

Rajeev Sharma0 CommentsWorld NewsDonald Trump, Russia Ukraine War, Ukraine, Volodymyr Zelenskyy

Washington, D.C.(National Times) : A tense exchange unfolded at the White House between U.S. President Donald Trump and Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky, as Trump accused Zelensky of "gambling with World War Three" and demanded that he pursue peace talks with Russia. What was meant to be a diplomatic meeting focused on a minerals trade agreement quickly escalated into a heated argument, with both leaders interrupting each other in front of the press. Eventually, Zelensky left the White House before the deal could be signed. Trump Pressures Zelensky for Peace Deal with Russia During the confrontation, Trump chastised Zelensky for what…

01 Mar

Donald Trump to Volodymyr Zelenskyy: Strike a Deal or Lose U.S. Support

Rajeev Sharma0 CommentsWorld NewsDonald Trump, Russia Ukraine War, United States, Volodymyr Zelenskyy

Washington, D.C. (National Times)– President Donald Trump has issued a stark warning to Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy, stating that U.S. support will end if Ukraine does not negotiate a resolution to the Russia-Ukraine war. During a high-stakes meeting at the Oval Office, Trump reportedly told Zelenskyy, "You are either going to make a deal, or we're out. If we are out, you will fight it out, and I don’t think it’s going to be pretty." Trump suggested that without American backing, Ukraine’s position in the war would be severely weakened. He added, "I have empowered you to be a tough…

28 Feb

Canada Vows Strong Response if US Imposes Tariffs

Rajeev Sharma0 CommentsCanadaCanada, Donald Trump, United States, US

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

Rajeev Sharma0 CommentsWorld NewsDonald Trump, Gold Card Visa, US

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

Rajeev Sharma0 CommentsWorld NewsDonald Trump, Russia-Ukraine war, UN resolutions

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

nishuthapar10 CommentsPunjabBhagwant Mann, Donald Trump, Punjab, Punjab News

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

Rajeev Sharma0 CommentsCanadaCanada, Canadian citizenship, DOGE, Donald Trump, Elon Musk, petition

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…