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Washington Can’t Match Moscow’s Oil Bargain for India

By BPN News Desk September 15, 2025

For weeks, Washington has been trying to strong-arm New Delhi into abandoning cheap Russian crude and turning instead to American barrels. Sergio Gor, Trump’s nominee for U.S. Ambassador to India, openly declared that India should open its market to U.S. crude, petroleum, and LNG. Commerce Secretary Howard Lutnick went further, threatening India with higher tariffs […]

International

US Says It Warned Qatar Before Israel’s Strike

By BPN News Desk September 10, 2025

The White House said it had informed Qatari officials in advance of Israel’s strike on Hamas leaders in Doha. Qatar disputed the account, insisting it only learned of the attack after explosions began. The disagreement focuses on when, and through whom, the message was delivered, as Israel widened its operations beyond Gaza. Trump’s Reaction U.S. […]

International

Trump Hails ‘Very Good Friend’ Modi as Trade Talks Continue

By BPN News Desk September 10, 2025

U.S. President Donald Trump said that negotiations to resolve trade disputes with India are underway. He posted that he looks forward to speaking with his “very good friend,” Prime Minister Narendra Modi, in the coming weeks and expressed confidence in a successful outcome. Thaw After Tensions The friendly remarks come after weeks of strain following […]

International

Lula Condemns Trump Tariff as ‘Blackmail’

By BPN News Desk September 9, 2025

Brazilian President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva has slammed the U.S. decision to impose a 50% import duty on Brazilian goods, describing it as “tariff blackmail.” Speaking during a BRICS summit, Lula argued the measure was coercive and harmful to global trade relations. Warning of Retaliation Lula warned that Brazil is prepared to respond if […]

International

Treasury May Owe Refunds If US Tariffs Are Overturned

By BPN News Desk September 8, 2025

U.S. Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent warned that the government may need to refund about half of the tariffs collected under President Trump’s administration if the Supreme Court rules them illegal. The potential refund, amounting to tens of billions of dollars, poses a significant challenge to Treasury finances. Legal Challenges Mount Over Tariff Authority Several lower

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Trump Warns Venezuelan Jets Will Be Shot Down If They Endanger US Ships

By BPN News Desk September 7, 2025

President Donald Trump issued a stern warning on Friday that Venezuelan military jets flying near U.S. naval vessels could be shot down if they pose a threat to American forces. The remarks came after two Venezuelan F-16 aircraft flew near the USS Jason Dunham in the Caribbean, a move the Pentagon described as “highly provocative.” […]

International

Modi Reciprocates Trump’s “Always Be Friends” Remark

By BPN News Desk September 6, 2025

U.S. President Donald Trump recently said he will “always be friends” with Prime Minister Narendra Modi. He described his relationship with Modi as “very special” and stressed there is “nothing to worry about” in India–U.S. ties, even though some disagreements on trade and energy remain unresolved. Trump acknowledged his frustration over India’s continued oil purchases

International

India-US Trade Talks Continue Amid 50% Tariffs

By BPN News Desk September 5, 2025

India and the United States are continuing discussions on a bilateral trade agreement despite recent tensions. Commerce Minister Piyush Goyal confirmed that talks are still active and said India is aiming to finalize a deal by November. Tariffs Imposed by Washington The United States has raised tariffs on Indian exports to 50%. The increase combines […]

International

Ishiba Vows to Remain PM After U.S. Lowers Tariffs

By BPN News Desk September 5, 2025

Japanese Prime Minister Shigeru Ishiba has reaffirmed his commitment to remain in office following a U.S.–Japan trade agreement that reduces auto tariffs to 15%, down from the previously threatened 25%. The pact, announced on July 22, also includes a pledge by Japan to invest about $550 billion in the U.S., although some of the funds […]

International

U.S. Role Overlooked at Beijing WWII Parade, Says Trump

By BPN News Desk September 4, 2025

President Donald Trump has criticized China for failing to acknowledge the role of the United States in World War II during a large commemorative ceremony in Beijing. While he praised the event as “beautiful” and “very, very impressive,” he said the omission was disappointing. Trump’s Remarks on the Ceremony Speaking from the Oval Office, Trump […]