A series of diplomatic engagements involving India, the US, Russia and Ukraine prompted mediation speculation in New Delhi on Monday, September 7, 2026. India has confirmed its continuing peace outreach, but no government has officially said that New Delhi brokered the latest Russia-Ukraine talks. India’s Diplomatic Timeline Raises Questions About a Quiet Peace Role Did India quietly help create conditions for renewed

US President Donald Trump claimed Washington had near-total control of the Strait of Hormuz in a Truth Social post reported Wednesday, September 2, 2026. The remarks came from Washington amid renewed US strikes, Iranian retaliation and rising concerns over shipping and global oil supplies. US President Donald Trump has claimed that the United States has “almost total control” of the Strait of Hormuz as the military co

US sanctions target India-based firms and individuals The United States has imposed sanctions on four India-based companies and three Indian nationals over allegations linked to Iranian-origin oil and petrochemical trade. The measures are part of Washington’s wider campaign to restrict Iran’s access to overseas revenue and financial networks. According to the U.S. Treasury Department, the action covers transactions involving an estimated $119 million in Irani

Washington, DC: The US is pressing allies and China to support President Donald Trump’s intensified economic campaign aimed at isolating Iran. The United States has stepped up pressure on its allies and China to support President Donald Trump’s new economic campaign against Iran, as Washington prepares additional measures designed to deepen Tehran’s financial isolation. US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent said countries maintaining economic links wit

Washington, DC: US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent has warned Iran of sweeping new sanctions while urging China and other countries to support Washington’s economic pressure campaign. US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent has warned that Iran will face what he described as the “toughest sanctions in history” as Washington prepares a new phase of economic pressure against Tehran. Bessent said the United States intends to coordinate with other countries to isolat

US Treasury data released on Wednesday, August 19, showed national debt had crossed $40 trillion. As investors focus on rising federal deficits, higher interest costs and pressure in the Treasury bond market. US National Debt crosses historic $40 trillion mark The United States' gross national debt has crossed $40 trillion for the first time, marking a new milestone for the world's largest economy and renewing concerns over W

Donald Trump is weighing a possible compromise with Iran as negotiations move closer to reopening the strategically vital Strait of Hormuz. Disagreements over Iranian control and transit fees remain key obstacles as economic, military and political pressure builds on Washington. US President Donald Trump is facing a difficult diplomatic choice as Washington and Tehran move closer to a potential agreement aimed at restoring commercial shipping through the Strait

U.S.-Russia Sanctions Bill Raises Tariff Concerns for India The proposed US sanctions bill could authorise tariffs of up to 100% on major buyers of Russian energy, including India. However, the measure is not yet law, and any tariff would depend on congressional approval and the US president’s decision. US Russia Sanctions Bill: What It Could Mean for India The Russia sanctions bill's impact on India has emerged as a major

Modi-Trump G7 Bilateral Talks Put India-US Ties Under Spotlight The Modi-Trump G7 bilateral talks are important because they come at a time when India-US ties are under pressure, but both countries still need cooperation on trade, defence, technology, and global security. Prime Minister Narendra Modi and US President Donald Trump’s bilateral meeting at the G7 Summit in Evian, France, on June 17, 2026, has become one of the most c

US House Iran War Vote Signals Growing Trouble For Trump The US House vote may not immediately stop the Iran conflict, but it has created a rare political warning for Donald Trump. House Backs War Powers Resolution The US House of Representatives has passed a war powers resolution aimed at blocking President Donald Trump from continuing military action in Iran without Congress's approval. The resolution cleared the House by 2

Trump Xi Beijing Meeting 2026 Focuses on Global Cooperation The Trump-Xi Beijing meeting 2026 has attracted global attention as US President Donald Trump and Chinese President Xi Jinping held im

Trump-Xi Beijing Summit 2026 Focuses On Trade, Taiwan And AI Talks   Trump And Xi Push For Stable US-China Relations US President Donald Trump received a ceremonial welcome in Beijing as he began a closely watched two-day summit with Chinese President Xi Jinping at the Great Hall of the People. Calling it the “biggest summit ever,” Trump praised his personal rapport with Xi and said he believed ties between the United States and China could improve significantly in the coming years. Xi Jinping responded by saying the shared interests between both countries outweigh their differences and stressed that stable relations between Washington and Beijing are important for global peace and economic growth. The summit featured military honours, national anthems, and a state banquet attended by senior officials and business leaders. Trump’s delegation included major technology figures Elon Musk and Jensen Huang, underlining the growing importance of artificial intelligence and semiconductor cooperation in US-China relations. Trump later described his talks with Xi as “extremely positive and constructive” and invited the Chinese president to visit the United States on September 24. Trade, Taiwan And AI Safety Lead Major Discussions Trade balance remained one of the key topics during the summit. Trump urged China to further open its markets and help create fairer trade ties between the two countries. US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent said Washington’s objective is to rebalance trade either by reducing imports from China or increasing American exports to Chinese markets. The ongoing discussions also addressed Taiwan, with Bessent stating that Trump understands the sensitivities surrounding the issue. Global energy security emerged as another major focus during the Beijing summit live discussions. According to White House officials, Trump and Xi agreed that the Strait of Hormuz must remain open to support international energy supply chains amid tensions linked to the Iran conflict. Xi reportedly opposed imposing tolls on vessels crossing the route. The leaders also discussed US-China AI talks, including the need for AI guardrails involving companies such as OpenAI, Google, and Anthropic. Analysts believe the Trump-China visit today could shape the future of trade, technology, and geopolitical relations between the world’s two largest economies.

Trump Heads To China For Major Summit With Xi Jinping On Iran And AI Security US President Donald Trump is set to visit Beijing this week for a major summit with Chinese President

Trump Launches ‘Project Freedom’ to Secure Shipping in Strait of Hormuz Donald Trump has announced a new maritime initiative, “Project Freedom,” aimed at escorting foreign vessels stranded in the strategically vital

Donald Trump has said the conflict between the United States and Iran is “very close to being over,” while stressing that military operations are still ongoing. Speaking in a recent interview, Trump noted that despite signs o