In a shocking incident at one of the largest U.S. military bases, Fort Stewart, a sergeant opened fire on five fellow soldiers. The gunman, identified as 28-year-old Sergeant Cornelius Radford, was quickly apprehended by other personnel, prompting a temporary lockdown of the base. Brigadier General John Lubas stated that all injured soldiers are in stable condition. The motive behind the shooting remains unknown. The U.S. Army has launched an internal investigation, raising renewed concerns over safety and mental health within military ranks. Three of the victims required surgery.

As Trump’s 100-day promise to end the Ukraine war nears its end, global eyes are on him. Despite initially pledging swift resolution, his actions have drawn the U.S. deeper into the conflict. He’s yet to take decisive steps on sanctions against Russian oil buyers like India and China. Analysts say Trump must make bold strategic decisions or risk looking weak. With diplomatic moves underway and a visit to Moscow planned, the world waits to see if Trump can shift the course of the war.

Arizona, USA – A medical aircraft crashed near Chinle Airport in Arizona on Tuesday, claiming the lives of all four people on board. The dual-propeller aircraft was en route to pick up a patient from a nearby hospital when it went down shortly after takeoff. The plane burst into flames, killing everyone inside.

The aircraft was typically used for transporting patients and medical equipment. Authorities have yet to determine the cause of the crash, but a thorough investigation is currently underway.

The U.S. Department of Justice has launched an investigation into several Obama administration officials over alleged data fraud related to proving Russian interference favoring Donald Trump in the 2016 presidential election. Attorney General Pam Bondi authorized prosecutors to present potential charges based on recommendations from Trump’s former intelligence chief. The probe follows claims by Tulsi Gabbard accusing the Obama era of politicizing intelligence agencies. Obama’s spokesperson and Democrats reject these allegations as baseless. Russia denies any election interference.

US President Donald Trump has announced plans to significantly increase tariffs on Indian products within 24 hours, citing India’s continued purchase of Russian oil. Trump criticized India as an unfair trading partner, imposing a 25% tariff earlier and now threatening to raise it further. The executive order issued on July 31 includes additional fines related to Russia oil imports, effective August 7. Despite US pressure, India has not stopped its oil imports from Russia amid ongoing geopolitical tensions.

Former U.S. President Donald Trump has voiced concern over the humanitarian crisis in Gaza, saying, “We want Israel to feed the people of Gaza. We are providing significant aid—mainly to ensure food reaches those who need it.”

Trump emphasized, “We don't want anyone starving or dying from hunger.”

On Friday, U.S. Middle East envoy Steve Witkoff visited Gaza to assess the operations of the controversial U.S.-backed Gaza Emergency Humanitarian Fund (GEHF). Trump praised his efforts, calling them “excellent.”

However, when asked whether he believes genocide is being committed in Gaza, Trump avoided answering. He claimed the U.S. has pledged $60 million in food assistance for Gaza, though various sources indicate that only around $3 million has been disbursed so far.

U.S. President Donald Trump has warned of significant tariff hikes on Indian goods imported into the United States, citing India’s ongoing purchase of fuel from Russia amid the Ukraine conflict. Trump made these remarks on his social media platform Truth Social ahead of planned U.S. retaliatory tariffs effective August 7. While details on specific products and tariff rates remain unclear, Indian officials have confirmed that despite the threats, India will continue buying Russian oil.

The Trump administration deported immigrants convicted of serious crimes to third countries like South Sudan and Eswatini after their home nations refused to take them back. According to a Reuters report, some deportees included individuals convicted of murder and child abuse. Critics called the practice harsh and questioned whether enough was done to repatriate them properly. In one instance, five people were returned to their home countries after facing threats of being sent to Libya. DHS did not disclose the total number deported to third countries.

In the first half of 2025, major U.S. tech companies like Microsoft, Google, Meta, and Amazon have spent over $1.55 trillion on artificial intelligence infrastructure. The spending exceeds U.S. government allocations for education and social services. Investments focus on data centers, servers, and power-intensive systems needed to run AI. Microsoft alone plans to spend over $300 billion this quarter. With 2026 plans already underway, global AI investment is expected to grow rapidly, even surpassing some national defense budgets in scale.

Donald Trump’s special envoy Steve Witkoff is set to visit Moscow later this week, confirmed U.S. Ambassador to NATO Matt Whitaker. The visit follows a scheduled trip to Israel and Gaza on August 1.

Trump’s team hopes the envoy’s visit will help facilitate constructive dialogue between the U.S. and Russia. Witkoff has visited Moscow multiple times and met with President Vladimir Putin. With U.S.-Russia relations currently tense, Trump has even ordered deployment of two nuclear submarines to strategic areas.

Stephen Miller, former Deputy Chief of Staff to Donald Trump, has accused India of indirectly supporting Russia’s war in Ukraine by purchasing large quantities of Russian oil.

“People will be shocked to learn that India is now on par with China in buying Russian oil,” said Miller. According to NDTV, the Trump administration has leveled three primary allegations against India: buying Russian oil, imposing high tariffs on U.S. goods, and manipulating the U.S. immigration system.

Miller noted that although Trump has maintained good relations with Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi, future actions will be guided by pragmatism. He added that diplomatic and financial measures remain open to ensure Russia is denied the funds to continue its aggression.

A U.S. federal court has halted the Trump administration’s plan to revoke Temporary Protected Status (TPS) for immigrants from Honduras, Nicaragua, and Nepal. Judge Trina Thompson ruled the move was racially motivated and unconstitutional under the Fifth Amendment. Over 60,000 immigrants will retain TPS for now. The court also criticized Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem’s comments labeling undocumented immigrants as "criminals," calling them discriminatory and harmful. The ruling is seen as a major legal victory for immigrant rights advocates and ethical questions surrounding the legitimacy of the Trump administration’s immigration policies.

A mild earthquake struck the New York Metropolitan Area on Saturday night, with a magnitude of 3.0, according to the U.S. Geological Survey. No damage or injuries have been reported.

The quake was centered near Hasbrouck Heights, New Jersey, approximately 8 miles west of Central Park, at a depth of 6.2 miles. This tremor was significantly weaker than the 4.8 magnitude quake that struck near Tewksbury, New Jersey, earlier in 2024.

Four Democratic members of the U.S. House of Representatives have called on President Donald Trump to help bring all sides back to the negotiating table to end the war in Gaza.

In a letter, Representatives Gregory Meeks, Rosa DeLauro, Jim Himes, and Jamie Raskin warned that the conflict has become a humanitarian disaster and poses a serious geopolitical threat. “We urge you to use the full force of American diplomacy to achieve a swift, fair, and lasting resolution,” they wrote. “Now is the time to bring all parties—Israel, Palestinian leaders, regional partners, and U.S. envoy Steve Witkoff—back to the table without delay.”

U.S. President Donald Trump has confirmed the deployment of two nuclear submarines closer to Russia, calling it a necessary step to stay "prepared." The move follows provocative remarks by former Russian President Dmitry Medvedev. Trump issued an ultimatum to resolve the Ukraine war within 10 days or face tougher U.S. actions. Medvedev responded with warnings and references to Russia’s Cold War-era "Dead Hand" nuclear system. Analysts fear this escalating rhetoric may worsen global tensions and diplomatic relations.