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Trump defies court ruling, says tariffs continue despite being declared illegal

A federal appeals court has struck down most of Donald Trump’s sweeping global tariffs as unlawful, but Trump said the measures remain in place until October and vowed to fight the ruling at the Supreme Court.

US Commerce Secretary Howard Lutnick advocates for overhaul of H-1B Visa and Green Card systems

Lutnick proposes a merit-based immigration model, introducing a $5 million "Gold Card" for affluent foreign nationals seeking US residency.

China to host Modi and Putin at SCO in show of Global South unity amid Trump tariffs

Chinese President Xi Jinping will convene Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Russian President Vladimir Putin at the Shanghai Cooperation Organisation summit in Tianjin next week, spotlighting Global South solidarity as a counterpoint to US trade pressures.

AP and Reuters issue joint letter demanding explanation for Gaza hospital strike that killed journalists

The Associated Press and Reuters have issued a joint letter to Israeli officials demanding accountability and transparency following an airstrike on Nasser Hospital in Khan Younis that killed five journalists among at least 20 people—including rescuers and civilians.

Zelenskyy thanks PM Modi for Independence Day greetings; seeks India's role in Ukraine peace efforts

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy expresses appreciation for India's support and invites deeper diplomatic engagement to resolve the ongoing conflict.

Trump’s tariff strike on India begins August 27, 50% duty on imports over Russian oil trade

US cites Moscow’s war in Ukraine; Delhi slams ‘unfair’ move and vows to defend national interests.

Australia accuses Iran of directing antisemitic attacks, expels ambassador

In response to intelligence tying Tehran’s IRGC to a synagogue and restaurant firebombing, Prime Minister Albanese ordered the expulsion of Iran’s envoy and plans to designate the IRGC as a terrorist organization.