Page 15 - Latest Updates on Donald Trump
What is Kharg Island: Iran's 'forbidden' oil lifeline targeted in US strike
Kharg Island, the centre of Iran's oil export network in the Persian Gulf, has come under the spotlight after Trump said US forces carried out a major strike on military facilities there
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US bombs military targets on Iran's Kharg Island as war escalates
Trump said American forces executed one of the most powerful bombing raids in the History of the West Asia, including destroying military targets on Kharg Island
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Iran war highlights why India must rethink its energy dependencies
If there is one piece of advice India must take from Donald Trump, it is 'drill, baby, drill'
 "Iran war highlights why India must rethink its energy dependencies")
US will hit Iran very hard over the next week, says Donald Trump
US military confirms that all six crew members aboard a refuelling aircraft that crashed in western Iraq were dead
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Donald Trump says US would escort ships in Strait of Hormuz 'if needed'
US President Donald Trump said Washington could escort vessels through the Strait of Hormuz if necessary, as tensions with Iran escalate and oil prices surge amid the ongoing West Asia conflict
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India holds off US trade deal for several months amid fresh probe
New Delhi expected to sign an interim pact in March, but fresh US investigations and uncertainty over tariffs have slowed negotiations, government sources say
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India key to ensuring stable oil prices: US Ambassador on Hormuz tensions
Gor affirmed US President Donald Trump's commitment to stop Iran, outlining the threats of a nuclear Iran and condemning Tehran's attacks across the Gulf
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US waiver frees up 19 million barrels of Russia oil for purchase
The crude is being carried on 25 vessels, with grades such as Sokol on ships near China. There's also a number of tankers in the Arabian Sea that are mainly loaded with the medium-sour Urals blend
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'Alive in some form but damaged': Trump on Iran leader Mojtaba Khamenei
Trump's remarks came after reports claimed that Khamenei was injured in US-Israeli strikes that killed his father, Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, during an attack on a compound in Tehran on February 28
 "'Alive in some form but damaged': Trump on Iran leader Mojtaba Khamenei")
Donald Trump issues fresh threat to Iran, says 'watch what happens today'
In a post on Truth Social, Trump warned Iran of consequences, saying Washington had unmatched firepower and unlimited ammunition to destroy the 'terrorist regime' in Tehran
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West Asia war updates: Israel says Iran offensive progressing; Brent slips
As the West Asia war enters Day 14, Israel says its campaign against Iran remains strong; India assures fuel supply. Here are the top updates at 9 am (IST)
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Trump admin denounces CNN for airing messages from Iranian leaders
Two days earlier, White House communications director Steven Cheung took issue with CNN anchor Erin Burnett's interview with Hossein Mousavian, a former Iranian nuclear negotiator
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Trump says Iran situation progressing rapidly, hails US military strength
Reflecting on his earlier time in office, Trump said his administration's efforts to rebuild the US military had strengthened its current capabilities
Iran weakened by strikes but regime change not guaranteed: Netanyahu
The Israeli premier asserted that the war was inevitable once Iran accelerated efforts to revive its nuclear and missile programs following the June 2025 conflict
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Active shooter reported at synagogue in Michigan, police respond
FBI director Kash Patel said on X that agency personnel are also on the scene responding to the apparent vehicle ramming and active shooter situation
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US trade deficit narrows to $54.5 billion in January as exports rise
Trade flows last year were subject to large monthly swings as US importers reacted to a slew of tariff announcements from President Donald Trump
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Trump administration set to suspend Jones Act to curb oil prices
The US last issued a waiver for the Jones Act in October 2022 for a tanker heading to Puerto Rico to deliver supplies follow Hurricane Fiona
US eyes Hormuz tanker escorts by April as Trump downplays oil spike
Asked if escorts could be provided by the end of the month, Wright said: "I think that, yes, I think that is quite likely the case."
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Oil unlikely to hit $200 a barrel despite war shock: US Energy Secy
Oil prices jumped more than 9 per cent to nearly $100 a barrel
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US gains from high oil prices, but Iran nuclear threat top priority: Trump
Trump said the United States earns more revenue when oil prices increase, but said his focus remained on stopping Iran from developing nuclear weapons
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