Former U.S. President Donald Trump hosted a private dinner in New York with Qatari Prime Minister Sheikh Mohammed bin Abdulrahman Al-Thani. Trump’s top adviser, Steve Witkoff, also attended the dinner.

The meeting came just two days after Israel launched airstrikes in Doha targeting Hamas leaders. Trump reportedly expressed displeasure over the strikes in a call with Israeli PM Benjamin Netanyahu and assured Qatar that such actions would not be repeated.

Before the dinner, Al-Thani met with U.S. Vice President JD Vance and Secretary of State Marco Rubio for nearly an hour. On social media, a Qatari envoy described the dinner as “fantastic.”

Police have arrested the main suspect in the fatal shooting of prominent hardline activist Charlie Kirk, authorities disclosed Friday. Utah Governor Spencer Cox identified the arrested individual as 22-year-old Taylor Robinson.

Local jail officials said Robinson is being held on preliminary allegations including premeditated murder, use of a firearm in the commission of a felony, and obstruction of justice. Formal charges have not yet been filed; the governor stated prosecutors are preparing an indictment that will detail the potential motives and charges in the coming days.

U.S. President Donald Trump expressed deep frustration to Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu over Israel’s unexpected strike targeting Hamas leaders in Qatar. Trump criticized the attack as ill-timed and learned of it from the U.S. military, not Israel. Netanyahu defended the operation, citing limited time. Hamas confirmed its leadership survived, though five members and a Qatari security officer were killed. Qatar condemned the strike, calling it a violation of international law, while regional consultations continue to address the fallout.

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and former U.S. President Donald Trump expressed grief over the killing of right-wing influencer Charlie Kirk, who was shot dead while speaking at Utah Valley University on September 10. Netanyahu called Kirk a “lion-hearted friend of Israel” who defended truth and free expression, while Trump praised his connection with America’s youth. Police have not yet arrested the shooter, and the incident has sparked widespread shock and condolences from global leaders.

Charlie Kirk, a close ally of former U.S. President Donald Trump, was shot dead Wednesday during a student event at the University of Utah.
The 31-year-old activist was addressing students when a sniper opened fire from a nearby rooftop. He was rushed to hospital but later died. Just seconds before the shooting, Kirk had been asked about gun violence in the U.S. A suspect was initially detained but later released. President Biden extended condolences, calling the killing a “tragedy.”

Former U.S. President Donald Trump has voiced discontent over Israel’s airstrikes targeting senior Hamas leaders in Doha, Qatar.
“I’m not happy with the situation. This is not a good situation,” Trump said, adding, “One thing is clear—we want our hostages back, but we’re not satisfied with how this has happened.”

Advisors close to Trump have also expressed anger over Israel’s decision to carry out the strikes in Qatar. According to a U.S. official, Trump was not informed directly by Israel but rather through Joint Chiefs of Staff Chairman General Charles Q. Brown. Trump then immediately instructed envoy Steve Witkoff to deliver a statement to Qatari authorities.

However, another U.S. official revealed that by the time Witkoff attempted to reach Qatari leaders, it was already too late. Just a day earlier, Witkoff had met with a top aide to Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, yet no mention of the imminent strike was made during their discussions.

Former U.S. President Donald Trump has delivered what he called a “last warning” to Hamas, demanding the release of Israeli hostages in Gaza.

“Israel has accepted my conditions. Now Hamas must do the same,” Trump said. “If Hamas refuses, they will face the consequences. This is my final warning.”

The statement comes after Trump previously issued a similar caution in March, following his meeting at the White House with eight hostages freed by Hamas.

Israeli military officials say at least 25 hostages have been killed in captivity and are pressing for the return of their bodies.

The United States is exploring the creation of a large demilitarized buffer zone within Ukraine if a peace deal with Russia is reached. Discussions involve deploying troops from non-NATO countries like Bangladesh and Saudi Arabia to secure the area, while the U.S. would lead monitoring using drones, satellites, and intelligence tools. No American troops would be stationed inside Ukraine. The plan avoids NATO symbols to stay acceptable to Russia. Negotiations remain ongoing amid continued conflict.

U.S. President Donald Trump and his senior advisers are quietly preparing to attend the APEC Trade Ministers’ meeting in South Korea this October. On the sidelines, a bilateral meeting with Chinese President Xi Jinping could take place. The trip will focus on economic cooperation, investment, trade, defense, and nuclear discussions. It may also open the door for talks with North Korean leader Kim Jong Un. Previous tariffs between the U.S. and China are temporarily suspended until November due to ongoing negotiations.

Thousands protested in Washington, D.C., against President Trump’s deployment of National Guard troops, demanding their withdrawal. The “We Are All DC” rally included undocumented immigrants and Palestinian statehood supporters, with slogans calling for Trump’s removal and resistance to authoritarianism. Despite Trump citing crime concerns, violent crime in the city is at a 30-year low. Over 2,000 troops from six Republican states patrol the streets, with the National Guard’s mandate extended until November 30. D.C. has filed a lawsuit calling the deployment unnecessary and illegal.

U.S. President Donald Trump has signed a new executive order granting tariff exemptions to certain trading partners on products including nickel, gold, pharmaceutical ingredients, and chemicals. The move, effective Monday, targets items that cannot be produced sufficiently in the U.S. and aims to strengthen reciprocal trade agreements. Countries entering such agreements will enjoy zero tariffs on over 45 products, while some existing exemptions, like plastics and polysilicon for solar production, are revoked. The measure seeks to protect U.S. economic and national interests.

The United States has revoked Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Company’s (TSMC) license that allowed it to send advanced technology to China. The move, similar to actions against Samsung and SK Hynix, may disrupt TSMC’s operations in China, though its factories there mainly produce older-generation chips. The U.S. government said the restriction will take full effect by year’s end, but it is unclear when new licenses might be approved. TSMC said it remains committed to its China operations while evaluating the situation.

US President Donald Trump claimed on Friday that India and Russia have moved toward China after a summit hosted by President Xi Jinping in Tianjin. Trump shared a photo of Xi, Vladimir Putin, and Narendra Modi, expressing frustration over New Delhi and Moscow aligning with Beijing. India and China declined to comment, while the Kremlin was unreachable. Trump, who has criticized India’s trade practices and expressed disappointment with Putin, said he plans to speak with the Russian leader soon.

Former President Donald Trump has stated that he is in deep discussions with Hamas regarding a ceasefire and the release of Israeli hostages. “I would tell Hamas to release the hostages. It will lead to positive outcomes,” Trump said, warning that failure to act could worsen the situation.

Trump highlighted the challenge posed by the small number of hostages still in Hamas’ hands, emphasizing that efforts to retrieve them must be swift and decisive. Meanwhile, protests in Israel continue, demanding both a ceasefire and the release of hostages.

White House economic advisor Kevin Hassett has described President Donald Trump and his trade team as “frustrated” over India’s crude oil imports from Russia, while expressing hope for a positive resolution soon.

When questioned about Trump’s recent social media posts concerning India, Russia, and China, Hassett said, “We certainly want this to improve.” Earlier, Trump commented that the U.S. seems to have “lost India and Russia to the deepest hand of China,” wishing them a prosperous future.

The U.S. has criticized India for profiting from Russian oil, while Indian officials argue that singling out India is unfair since the EU continues to import Russian gas. China remains the largest importer of Russian crude. The U.S. will impose a 50% tariff on certain Russian imports starting September 27.