China missile test draws US warning

IANS | July 7, 2026 6:18 AM

Washington, July 7 (IANS) The United States expressed concern after China conducted a submarine-launched intercontinental-range ballistic missile test into the southern Pacific Ocean, saying Beijing's expanding nuclear arsenal runs counter to global efforts to prevent nuclear proliferation.

Trump says Iran faces deal or force

IANS | July 6, 2026 11:31 PM

Washington, July 6 (IANS) US President Donald Trump on Monday said his administration remained open to reaching a nuclear agreement with Iran but warned that Washington was prepared to use military force if negotiations failed, insisting Tehran would never be allowed to acquire a nuclear weapon.

Trump says Putin wants Ukraine war to end

IANS | July 6, 2026 11:15 PM

Washington, July 6 (IANS) US President Donald Trump on Monday said he believes both Russian President Vladimir Putin and Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky want to end the war in Ukraine, expressing confidence that negotiations are making more progress than is publicly recognised.

Trump says TikTok helped him win

IANS | July 6, 2026 10:59 PM

Washington, July 6 (IANS) US President Donald Trump on Monday said TikTok played a significant role in his election victory, arguing that his popularity on the Chinese-owned social media platform demonstrated its influence despite continuing concerns in Washington over national security.

Trump says US must lead in crypto

IANS | July 6, 2026 10:58 PM

Washington, July 6 (IANS) US President Donald Trump on Monday strongly defended his administration's embrace of cryptocurrency, arguing that the United States must remain the global leader in the sector or risk allowing China to dominate a rapidly expanding industry.

US President launches 'Trump Accounts' for children

IANS | July 6, 2026 10:36 PM

Washington, July 6 (IANS) US President Donald Trump on Monday officially launched the "Trump Accounts", a new investment programme aimed at giving American children an early financial stake in the country's economy, describing it as one of the most significant initiatives of his presidency.