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Trump says US 'not satisfied' with Iran deal yet
The US president says he believes Iran wants to reach a deal but there is still no agreement on its terms.
May 27, 2026Tulsi Gabbard to resign as US director of national intelligence
Gabbard who has been largely out of public view during recent US operations says she is leaving due to her husband's illness.
May 22, 2026Trump says 20-year nuclear programme suspension by Iran would be enough
The US president says Tehran has to show "real" commitment to removing nuclear fuel and stopping uranium enrichment.
May 15, 2026Watch: What happened on day one of Trump's China visit?
China welcomed US President Donald Trump with cheering children and a troop parade on Thursday, before a nearly two-hour long meeting with Xi-Jinping.
May 14, 2026Trade, Iran and Taiwan on the agenda as Trump arrives in China for high-stakes talks with Xi
The US president says his first request to Xi would be to "open up" China, while Beijing is expected to press Trump on the status of Taiwan.
May 13, 2026Senate confirms Warsh to Fed Board, with Fed chair vote likely Wednesday - Reuters
Senate confirms Warsh to Fed Board, with Fed chair vote likely Wednesday Reuters
May 12, 2026'I'd rather live in hiding in the US than return to Somalia'
Fear and uncertainty linger for Somali migrants in Minnesota despite a legal reprieve.
May 7, 2026Trump pauses Hormuz plan 50 hours after he announced it - what happened?
The US president pauses the military operation to get ships through the Strait of Hormuz two days after he announced it.
May 6, 2026Trump administration cites national security to halt US wind farm projects, FT reports - Reuters
Trump administration cites national security to halt US wind farm projects, FT reports Reuters
May 3, 2026Germany troop cuts send wrong signal to Russia, say two top US Republicans
The chairs of the House and Senate armed services committees say withdrawing 5,000 service personnel risked undermining deterrence.
May 3, 2026Trump to remove whisky tariffs after King's visit
The US president said he would lift restrictions on Scotland's ability to work with the state of Kentucky on whisky and bourbon.
April 30, 2026US Supreme Court guts key provision of Voting Rights Act - Reuters
US Supreme Court guts key provision of Voting Rights Act Reuters
April 29, 2026Comey's seashell post got him indicted. But experts are sceptical the government can win
Acting AG Todd Blanche said the case was investigated for months, adding "it's serious when you threaten the president."
April 29, 2026Trump says Iran wants US to open Hormuz Strait as soon as possible - Reuters
Trump says Iran wants US to open Hormuz Strait as soon as possible Reuters
April 28, 2026DC preparation for King Charles visit goes Down Under with Australian flag error - Reuters
DC preparation for King Charles visit goes Down Under with Australian flag error Reuters
April 24, 2026China weathered Trump's tariffs - but the Iran war is taking a toll
The Middle East conflict is putting pressure on factory orders, costs and jobs in China's export-driven economy.
April 22, 2026Oil prices fluctuate as Trump extends Iran war ceasefire
The president also said the US will continue to blockade Iran's ports until peace talks progress.
April 22, 2026Trump buys time for Iran deal after frantic day of diplomacy
The US president's decision marked the second time in as many weeks he has backed off a threat to escalate the war, buying more time
April 22, 2026Are insider traders making millions from the Iran war?
The BBC has found significant spikes in activity shortly before the US president made some announcements.
April 20, 2026The insider trading suspicions looming over Trump's presidency
The BBC has found a pattern of spikes in trades ahead of public announcements by the US president.
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