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“At least 100 Billion Dollars will be invested by BIG OIL, all of whom I will be meeting with today at The White House,” Trump said Friday in a pre-dawn social media post.

'You're dealing with us directly, not Venezuela', Trump tells global oil and gas execs

Trump said he was delighted to welcome almost two dozen of the biggest and most respected oil and gas executives in the world to the White House.

Trump says he’ll get deal on Greenland, ‘easy way’ or ‘hard way’

“I would like to make a deal, you know, the easy way. But if we don’t do it the easy way, we’re going to do it the hard way,” Trump told reporters Friday at the White House.

Trump pressures big oil for $100 billion Venezuela spend

Trump said he foresaw the companies making the expenditures without federal assistance, saying oil companies will be “spending at least $100 billion of their money, not the government’s money.”

US signals ‘yes’ to India buying Venezuelan oil, but under Washington’s hand on the tap

The White House says it is open to India buying Venezuelan oil under a US-controlled framework, signaling a partial reopening of trade frozen by sanctions.

MEA’s blunt warning to Dhaka: Stop dismissing minority attacks, prosecute fast

As the date of the 13th National Parliamentary Election in Bangladesh draws nearer, communal violence is increasing at an alarming rate. In December alone, at least 51 incidents of violence were reported.

Trump warns Iran of 'hell to pay,' but keeps his distance as protests test Khamenei’s grip

In recent days Trump has warned Iranian leaders that there will be "hell to pay" if they crack down on the protest movement but has otherwise adopted a wait-and-see attitude.

'Everybody wants to be there': Trump calls Chevron, Exxon, Conoco for a Venezuela oil reset

Trump will meet top oil executives at the White House to discuss Venezuela’s oil, security and prices, as he claims Rs 8.3 trillion in potential investment.

Labor’s share of US GDP drops to record low in data back to 1947

The measure known as the labor share fell to 53.8% in the period, down from 54.6% in the previous quarter and an average of 55.6% in the 2020s so far, according to the BLS report on labor productivity and costs published Thursday.

Caracas tests a thaw with Washington as US State Department team assesses embassy operations

The State Department separately said the U.S. officials were assessing a "potential phased resumption" of embassy operations in the South American country.

‘India, Pakistan were ready to go at it big’: Trump claims he stopped a war after ‘eight planes’ were shot down

Trump reiterated his claim that he stopped the India-Pakistan conflict and other wars, saying eight planes were shot down, even as India denies US mediation.

A rare sighting: ‘Doomsday Plane’ spotted across US locations with defense chief aboard; here’s what we know

The US Air Force’s E-4B Nightwatch, a key airborne command centre, made rare flights to Washington and Los Angeles this week, drawing attention amid global tensions.

Vivek Ramaswamy's family bodyguard arrested on drug trafficking charges

Justin Salsburey, 43, of Bellefontaine, and his wife, Ruthann Rankin, were each charged late last month with conspiracy and possession with the intent to distribute large amounts of narcotics through the U.S. mail.

Hope India backs Denmark: Danish MP amid Trump's Greenland threats

Jarlov, who is chairman of Denmark's Defence Committee, condemned the Trump administration's claims over Greenland and said the US can't claim sovereignty over the strategic Arctic island.

'Incredible opportunities ahead': US ambassador to India Sergio Gor lands in Delhi amid tariff tensions

US Ambassador-designate Sergio Gor arrived in India to rebuild strained ties, focusing on trade and tariff issues. His visit comes amid stalled India-US trade talks and heightened economic tensions.

‘He too will fall’: Khamenei invokes Pharaoh and the Shah in attack on Trump as Iran protests spread

Iran’s Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei warned Donald Trump and blamed the US for unrest as protests over economic hardship spread across the country.

Exiled Shah’s son Reza Pahlavi urges Trump to ‘intervene’ as protests roil Iran

Exiled royal Reza Pahlavi appealed to US President Donald Trump for urgent support as protests continued across Iran, citing internet blackouts and fears of violent crackdowns on demonstrators.

Israeli strikes in Gaza ‘cannot happen without American cover’, says Hamas official

A Hamas official accused Israel of killing 13 people in Gaza with US backing, alleging ceasefire violations, while Israel said it struck militants in response to a failed projectile launch.

Why is X changing Iran’s flag emoji, and what message does the lion-and-sun send?

X will replace Iran’s flag emoji with the pre-1979 lion-and-sun symbol, a politically charged move announced as internet restrictions persist in Iran.

How Iran’s economic protests snowballed into nationwide unrest

Dozens of people have been killed and thousands arrested as the daily protests have grown and the government seeks to contain them.

‘That’d be a great honour’: Trump eyes Nobel ahead of meeting with Venezuela’s Machado

US President Donald Trump confirmed he will meet Venezuelan opposition leader María Corina Machado next week, suggesting he would be honoured to share her Nobel Peace Prize amid controversy and online backlash.

Did Trump tip the jobs report early? Markets got a hint before 8:30 after his post matched embargoed data

Donald Trump posted figures matching the December US jobs report hours before its release, as payroll growth slowed sharply at the end of 2025.

The ruling everyone’s bracing for didn’t come: Supreme Court pauses on Trump’s global tariffs fight

The justices issued one ruling on Friday in a criminal case. The court does not announce in advance what cases will be decided.

Is this the moment Europe tells Trump 'no,' by freezing the EU–US trade deal?

EU lawmakers want to freeze the EU–US trade deal after Donald Trump’s threats over Greenland, warning Parliament cannot reward territorial pressure.

How much would it take to 'buy' Greenland, and why are lawmakers saying 'not for sale'?

Greenlandic lawmakers say no cash offer from Donald Trump would persuade the island to join the US, warning payment talks could deepen opposition.

Video | 'Biggest criminal of humanity': Pakistan Defence Minister calls for Netanyahu’s ‘kidnapping' by US

Speaking on TV, Asif alleged that Netanyahu was the “worst criminal of humanity” and claimed that the scale of suffering inflicted on Palestinians in Gaza was unmatched in history.

'Peaceful protests turned violent': Iran blames US and Israel amid nationwide unrest

Iran’s foreign minister said the government is engaging social groups to address economic grievances, while accusing the US and Israel of interfering in protests as unrest spreads and authorities impose an internet blackout.

Pakistan nears $1.5 billion Sudan arms deal: drones, Karakoram-8 jets and air defences on the table

Their conflict has stoked the world's worst humanitarian crisis for more than 2-1/2 years, drawing in myriad foreign interests, and threatening to fragment the strategic Red Sea country, a major gold producer.

What happens if Trump tariffs are struck down by court? He has a 'Plan B' | A look at the fallback options

US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent has openly acknowledged this. He said there are at least three other mechanisms under the 1962 Trade Act that could be used to sustain tariffs even if the current approach fails judicial scrutiny.

US forces seize ‘ghost fleet’ oil tanker in Caribbean in third interception in three days

The Olina is the fifth tanker that has been seized by US forces as part of a broader effort by President Donald Trump’s administration to control the distribution of Venezuela’s oil products globally.

US job growth misses expectations as 2025 marks weakest hiring year since Covid

US job growth slowed sharply in December, with just 50,000 jobs added, capping the weakest hiring year since the pandemic and fuelling concerns over labour market fragility and future interest rate cuts.

India rejects Chinese projects in Shaksgam Valley, calls area 'Indian territory'

India has rejected Chinese infrastructure activity in Pakistan-occupied Shaksgam Valley, asserting the region is Indian territory and reiterating it does not recognise the 1963 China-Pakistan boundary agreement or CPEC.

Iran protests bring Reza Pahlavi back into focus. Who is the exiled crown prince and will US support him?

The disruption came amid renewed calls for demonstrations by Reza Pahlavi, who is often referred to by supporters as the “Crown Prince” and is a prominent figure in Iran’s fragmented opposition movement.

'Disturbing pattern of recurring attacks': India raises alarm over violence against minorities in Bangladesh

India has raised concern over a “disturbing pattern” of repeated attacks on minorities in Bangladesh, as UK MP Priti Patel urges action to protect Hindus amid growing violence and international scrutiny.

Why are Russia, Iran and China holding naval drills under the BRICS banner?

Chinese, Russian and Iranian warships have arrived off South Africa for week-long naval drills, raising geopolitical tensions as US-South Africa ties strain over Venezuela, Iran, and growing BRICS military cooperation.

India’s $500 million Chabahar bet faces risk amid Iran turmoil: Is China waiting in the wings?

The protests, now reported in more than 100 Iranian cities, have triggered fresh concerns in India about the safety, reliability and continuity of work at Chabahar Port.

Israel says 'NO' to Pakistan Army in Gaza force: Why Tel Aviv is ‘not comfortable’ trusting Asim Munir on Hamas

Responding to questions about Pakistan’s potential role, Azar said the concept itself becomes meaningless if participating countries are unwilling to fight Hamas.

'Sir, may I see you please?' On Trump's PM Modi claim, MEA cites 'mutual respect'

The MEA spokesperson Randhir Jaiswal in a media briefing said Prime Minister Narendra Modi and former US President Donald Trump have consistently engaged each other with "mutual respect".

Why Pakistanis are running short of bread and bakery items?

Bakers in Peshawar have gone on indefinite strike, protesting Punjab’s flour transport ban and administrative lapses. Rising prices, inflation, and power outages have pushed tandoor owners and bakeries to the brink.

Taslima Nasrin slams Bangladesh government: Yunus backing ‘religious extremists’

Taslima Nasrin accused Bangladesh’s government of supporting religious extremists, alleging chief advisor Muhammad Yunus promotes agendas threatening secularism and citizen safety, while the state prioritises religion over secular education and science.

US declared it dead in 2013, Trump brought it back with a twist: What is America's famous Monroe Doctrine?

Trump invoked the term while justifying Washington’s dramatic operation against Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro, framing it as a modern update of the Monroe Doctrine, first articulated in 1823 by America’s fifth president, James Monroe.

Tariffs on trial: Trump’s favourite weapon faces a court test today. Why India has skin in the game?

A ruling against Trump would not necessarily end the tariff saga. The administration has already signalled it has alternative legal routes.

From revolution to rial collapse: A timeline of Iran’s major protests over the past 50 years

Over five decades, Iran has seen repeated protest waves, from the 1979 revolution to recent unrest driven by economic collapse, political repression and social control, shaping the country’s modern history.

‘Seeking peace’: Trump calls off second wave of attacks as Venezuela frees political prisoners

Donald Trump welcomed Venezuela’s release of political prisoners as a peace gesture, cancelled planned attacks, and signalled closer US–Venezuela cooperation, including major oil and gas investment, while rights groups urged caution.

Iran in turmoil: Top updates as internet blackouts and protests escalate

Iran is gripped by nationwide anti-government protests driven by economic collapse, evolving into calls for regime change, as authorities impose internet blackouts and security forces respond with lethal crackdowns.

From Monroe to ‘Donroe’: Why Trump revived a 200-year-old doctrine and what it signals to China | Explained

This “Donroe Doctrine” is shaped by a view that the Western Hemisphere cannot remain open to external powers, particularly rivals like China.

Venezuela’s next ruler will inherit an economy in ruins

Even if oil money starts flowing again, years of collapse, sanctions and misrule have left Venezuela with problems that no quick political fix or foreign investment can solve.

Explained: Why Russia used Oreshnik missile on Ukraine and what it signals

Russia’s military said the missile launch was retaliation for what it claimed was an attempted Ukrainian drone strike late last year on one of Putin’s residences in Novgorod.

Trump calls for massive defence spending surge with $1.5 trillion budget pitch

Proposal of steep military spending increase aims to build what the president calls a “Dream Military” amid rising geopolitical tensions but raises fiscal and political questions.

Study reveals Saudi deserts were once home to vast lakes and rivers

New research is rewriting the story of the Arabian deserts, showing they were once full of water, wildlife and human life before climate shifts turned them into the landscapes we know today.