Topic: UnitedStates

Final weeks of Congress set to test Trump administration’s agenda

After the US midterm elections, the current session of Congress beginning on Monday, November 9, is seen as crucial for President Donald Trump and Republicans.

US midterm elections become major political test for Donald Trump

Voting is taking place in the United States on Tuesday, November 3, for the midterm elections, seen as a major political test for President Donald Trump.

Plane crash in US kills nine; aircraft catches fire on impact

Nine people were killed in a plane crash in the United States after the aircraft reportedly fell rapidly and caught fire on impact.

Ukraine gets major relief amid continuing Russian missile, drone attacks

Ukraine is set to receive major US military assistance as the State Department approves the proposed sale of 500 Patriot PAC-3 missile interceptors.

US may attack Iran if Trump gives approval, claims raise concern

Amid rising tensions between the United States and Iran, discussions over possible military action have intensified after claims linked to approval from US President Donald Trump.

US, Cuba clash at United Nations; General Assembly session adjourned

US and Cuban representatives clashed at the United Nations General Assembly over economic sanctions, forcing proceedings to be adjourned for some time.

Iran Says Not One Gram of Uranium Will Leave Country

Iran says not even one gram of enriched uranium will leave the country, as Pakistan’s Asim Munir visits Tehran to revive US-Iran talks.

Araghchi Taunts Trump Over Threat, Iran Warns of Serious Consequences

Amid rising Iran-US tensions, Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi responded sharply to Donald Trump’s warning and cautioned against any new military confrontation.

Five killed, including three children, in United States school shooting

A school shooting in the United States has raised security concerns, with five people, including three children, reported dead. Police are investigating the incident.

Could US Use ‘Mother of All Bombs’ Against Iran Amid Tensions?

Amid US-Iran tensions, debate has intensified over whether the United States could use the “Mother of All Bombs” against Iran, though no official confirmation has been issued.

Iran Pressures Trump as Strait of Hormuz Control Dispute Deepens

Amid the US-Iran confrontation, the Strait of Hormuz has again become a strategic flashpoint as Iran increases pressure and the US seeks to keep shipping moving.

US proposes $70,000 OPT fee for foreign students seeking jobs

The Trump administration has proposed a US$70,000 OPT fee for foreign students in the US, with institutions required to pay under the plan.

US Sends 9,000 Additional Troops to West Asia Amid Iran Tensions

The United States is sending about 9,000 additional troops to West Asia amid rising tensions with Iran, including sailors, Marines and another aircraft carrier.

US conducts underground experiment to better detect low-yield nuclear blasts

The United States conducted a non-nuclear underground high-explosive experiment at the Nevada National Security Site to improve detection of low-yield nuclear blasts.

Two Indians accused in US of selling fake Ozempic drugs

Two Indian nationals have been accused in the US of trafficking and selling counterfeit Ozempic allegedly sourced from China. If convicted, each could face up to 71 years.

US tightens H-1B visa rules, but programme remains in place

New US H-1B rules have raised concerns among Indian IT professionals and American companies, though the visa programme has not been abolished.

Trump Shares Map Showing Strait of Hormuz as ‘Trump Strait’

U.S. President Donald Trump shared a map showing the Strait of Hormuz as the “Trump Strait” amid continuing tensions between the United States and Iran.

US announces new visa restrictions targeting birth tourism network operators

The United States has announced new visa restrictions targeting people and networks accused of knowingly engaging in or facilitating birth tourism.

Xi reaches US after 11 years, set to meet Trump

Chinese President Xi Jinping has arrived in the United States after 11 years and is set to hold bilateral talks with President Donald Trump.

Iranian President Arrives in US Amid War, to Address UN

Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian has arrived in New York amid the ongoing US-Iran war and is set to address the 81st UN General Assembly.