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.

In response to provocative remarks by Russia’s Dmitry Medvedev, former U.S. President Donald Trump ordered the deployment of two nuclear submarines to high-alert zones. The move follows Medvedev’s reference to Russia’s Cold War-era "Dead Hand" system. Trump warned that reckless language could spark unintended disasters. Both leaders have exchanged heated threats, raising global nuclear tensions. Trump also criticized Russia’s economy and mocked Medvedev’s relevance, while Medvedev fired back with sarcasm, deepening the diplomatic rift.

Former U.S. President Donald Trump said he has heard that India may stop importing oil from Russia, calling it a “positive step.” Previously, Trump criticized India for engaging in what he called unfair trade practices and maintaining deep energy and defense ties with Russia. On Wednesday, Trump wrote, “India will now pay a 25% tariff, along with penalties starting in early August, for their previous actions.” He added, “India is our friend, but for years we’ve had minimal trade because their tariffs are extremely high—some of the highest in the world.”

US President Donald Trump has introduced new import tariffs on countries lacking formal trade agreements with the US, with rates reaching up to 41% for Syria and 35% for Canada. Agreements have been made with eight countries, including the UK, Vietnam, and Japan, featuring reduced tariffs and trade concessions. However, tensions persist with major partners like China and India, where additional punitive tariffs were announced. The policy aims to protect US interests but has raised concerns worldwide.

U.S. President Donald Trump has issued a new executive order imposing additional import tariffs on products from 69 countries, citing ongoing trade deficits as threats to national security and the economy. Tariff rates vary by country, with Bangladesh facing a 20% tariff and India 25%. Exemptions are possible for countries strengthening economic and security ties with the U.S., but previous tariffs remain until formal agreements are finalized. The White House outlined specific rates to address trade imbalances.

U.S. President Donald Trump revealed that First Lady Melania Trump likes Russian President Vladimir Putin but is disappointed by the ongoing conflict in Ukraine. After a recent call with Putin, Melania expressed sadness over renewed bombings in Kyiv. Trump has shortened his peace deadline from 50 to 10 days, warning of harsh sanctions if no agreement is reached. Russian officials rejected the ultimatum, emphasizing the need to address the conflict’s root causes. Melania’s Soviet-era Slovenian background may influence her deep interest in resolving the war.