The US Trump administration has commissioned a report by a group of five climate skeptics to challenge the scientific consensus on global warming. This move is seen as a significant development in the ongoing debate over climate change, with implications for the country's environmental policies and international relations. The report is expected to be critical of the widely accepted scientific findings on human-caused global warming, potentially sparking controversy and debate within the US government and beyond.
US President Donald Trump has ordered the deployment of two nuclear submarines to regions near Russia in response to
US President Donald Trump has signed an executive order imposing fresh import tariffs on goods from 69 countries and the European Union, which will come into effect on August 7. The move is part of his push for 'fair and reciprocal' trade relationships. Tariffs range from 25% to 50% depending on the country, with exemptions for Taiwan and India. Agreements have been reached with Japan and South Korea, but details are unclear. Analysts say Trump is following through on campaign promises, despite concerns that he may have 'chickened out'. The move has sparked controversy over its impact on economies like India's, which has expressed concerns about retaliatory measures and the potential harm to its economy.
White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt claims US President Donald Trump has brokered several conflicts, including between India and Pakistan, Israel and Iran, Rwanda and the Democratic Republic of Congo, Serbia and Kosovo, Egypt and Ethiopia. She says he has averaged one peace deal or ceasefire per month during his six months in office. However, this claim is disputed by New Delhi, which denies that Trump brokered a ceasefire between India and Pakistan following a terror attack in Kashmir on April 22.
Cambodia has nominated US President Donald Trump for the Nobel Peace Prize after his efforts to broker peace between Cambodia and Thailand following intense clashes that left at least 43 people dead and displaced over 300,000. The nomination comes after Thai Acting Prime Minister Phumtham Wechayachai called Trump, who had previously been nominated by Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu for his role in negotiating the Abraham Accords with Arab nations. Trump's involvement in Israel's war in Gaza and campaign against Iran have also led to recommendations from Pakistan for a Nobel Peace Prize nomination. Malaysia and the US brokered a truce between Thailand and Cambodia following a push by Malaysia and phone calls from US President Donald Trump. The two countries had imposed tariffs of 36% on each other's goods, but an agreement was reached to reduce the rate to 19%. Thai soldiers who crossed into Cambodian territory were detained and are being processed for violating immigration law. Defence ministers and military leaders from both sides will meet in Malaysia instead of Cambodia due to a request for a neutral venue. Cambodia has nominated President Trump for the Nobel Peace Prize, citing his role in ending the conflict, while Thailand's Acting Defence Minister Nattaphon Narkphanit announced a meeting with Cambodian officials on border security and ceasefires.
US President Donald Trump imposed a 50% tariff on Brazilian steel and aluminum imports in response to a trial against former Brazilian President Jair Bolsonaro, sparking protests across Brazil as Brazilians denounce the US president's politically motivated trade tariffs. The decision contrasts with his previous stance towards Mexico, where he granted a 90-day extension for trade negotiations. The tariffs have sparked anger between the two countries, souring ties and placing sanctions on a top judge. Protests, although modestly attended, demonstrate broad discontent with Trump's actions, seen as punishment for Brazil prosecuting his political ally, ex-president Jair Bolsonaro, who is currently on trial for plotting a coup.
The UAE has enacted national legislation targeting human trafficking, with severe penalties for offenders. The country is using artificial intelligence and big data to aid authorities in identifying perpetrators and protecting domestic workers from exploitation. A partnership between the Ministry of Human Resources and Emiratization and Dubai Police's Human Rights Department has led to the development of a specialized diploma program against human trafficking, graduating over 754 participants across the Arab world. The UAE is also strengthening its approach through targeted training programs for all sectors and a comprehensive national strategy.
The UAE has delivered a significant amount of aid, exceeding 3,807 tonnes, including food and relief materials, to Palestinians in severely affected areas. Medical aid trucks containing medicines and supplies were also coordinated with the World Health Organisation (WHO) for Gaza's operational hospitals. The UAE continues its humanitarian efforts, reaffirming its commitment to supporting the Palestinian people during crises.
The United Nations has condemned the failure of US-aided Gaza aid blockade operations, citing concerns over the dangers and inefficiencies of military-led airdrop operations. The World Health Organization reports that acute malnutrition affects over 10% of Gaza's population, with 163 hunger-related deaths reported since January 2025. The Israeli blockade on Gaza, in place for 18 years, has worsened humanitarian conditions, with the World Health Organization noting a dramatic surge in hunger-related illnesses. The UN is urging Israel to allow aid trucks into Gaza, while the UAE and Jordan have led a joint effort to drop aid into the enclave. At least 60,332 Palestinians have been killed and 147,643 wounded since the Gaza war began.