World News Live Updates: Missile Fired From Yemen Sets Off Sirens In Israel For First Time Since Iran Ceasefire
World News Live Updates: Donald Trump’s Trade Deals with India & China, Canada Talks End, Israel Strikes Iran
President Donald Trump sounded hopeful about striking a trade deal with India, but he was also realistic about the challenges ahead. He said the US is pushing hard for the removal of all trade barriers with India – something he called “unthinkable” given how closed the market currently is. Still, he wasn’t sure if that full elimination of tariffs will actually happen.
“Right now, you can’t just walk in and trade freely in India. It’s very restricted. We want to change that completely,” Trump said. “Whether it happens or not, I can’t say. But at least we agree on opening the door to trade.”
Donald Trump Pulls the Plug on Trade Talks with Canada, Points to New Taxes
In a sudden move on Friday, Trump announced that the US is ending all trade negotiations with Canada immediately. On his social media platform, Truth Social, he called Canada a “very difficult” partner to do business with.
His frustration centers around Canada’s new Digital Services Tax, which Trump labeled as a direct attack on American companies operating there. This decision highlights growing tensions between the two neighbors when it comes to trade.
China Gives Green Light to Export Rare Earths After Long Negotiations
After weeks of tough back-and-forth, China has finally agreed to let rare earth minerals be exported to the US. This was confirmed by White House officials on Friday, and CNN reported it as a major step forward.
Rare earths are essential for many tech products, from smartphones to electric cars, so this deal could ease some of the supply chain pressures and improve cooperation between the two countries.
Israel Confirms Major Strikes on Iran’s Nuclear Sites
The Israeli military announced on Friday that their recent strikes seriously damaged three key nuclear sites in Iran. The targeted locations include uranium enrichment plants at Fordow and Natanz, as well as a site in Isfahan where enriched uranium is processed further.
The Israeli Defence Forces said that critical parts of Iran’s nuclear program were destroyed, which is a significant blow to Tehran’s nuclear ambitions.
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Live Updates
- 12:05 (IST) 28 Jun 2025
Missile Fired From Yemen Sets Off Sirens in Israel
Israel’s military reported detecting a missile launched from Yemen early Saturday, marking the first such projectile to trigger sirens in the country since a ceasefire was reached between Israel and Iran nearly a week ago.The Israel Defense Forces (IDF) confirmed the missile flew over Israeli territory and said it was “most likely successfully intercepted” by the nation’s aerial defense systems.No injuries, damage, or impacts have been reported, according to Israel’s emergency service, Magen David Adom.Since the outbreak of the Gaza conflict in October 2023, Iran-backed Houthi rebels based in Yemen have frequently launched missiles toward Israel.“Sirens were activated following standard...
- 10:45 (IST) 28 Jun 2025
Iran to Hold State Funeral Amid Ceasefire Push
Iran is set to hold a state funeral for its senior military commanders and nuclear scientists who were killed during the 12-day conflict with Israel.Although a U.S.-brokered ceasefire announced nearly a week ago remains in place, diplomatic efforts to revive nuclear negotiations with Iran have made little headway. On Friday, U.S. President Donald Trump said he would “absolutely” consider launching new strikes on Iranian nuclear sites if future intelligence raises concerns about uranium enrichment.In Israel, families of hostages taken by Hamas during the October 7 attack plan to hold a protest in Tel Aviv. They are urging a ceasefire in...
- 08:42 (IST) 28 Jun 2025
DOJ Fires 3 Prosecutors Linked to Jan. 6 Cases
The Justice Department on Friday fired at least three prosecutors tied to the Capitol riot cases, AP reported, quoting sources. Two were senior supervisors in the Jan. 6 investigations, while the third was a trial attorney. A dismissal letter signed by Attorney General Pam Bondi gave no explanation beyond citing Article II of the Constitution.
- 06:44 (IST) 28 Jun 2025
Who is Daniel Roseberry, Lauren Sanchez’s Wedding Dress Designer And Creative Director Of Schiaparelli?
Meet Lauren Sanchez’s Wedding Dress Designer, Daniel Roseberry, who is famous for being a big celebrity wedding dress designer. He is also a creative director at Schiaparelli. Famous Indian actress Alia Bhatt has also worn her famous Schiaparelli gown at one of her film festival appearances.
- 06:42 (IST) 28 Jun 2025
Donald Trump Camp Launches ‘Daddy’ Merchandise Line Featuring Mugshot Photo, Embracing NATO Chief’s Nickname
Donald Trump’s campaign just dropped a “DADDY” shirt with his mugshot on it after NATO’s Mark Rutte joked with the nickname. The White House even joined in with a video. Now, Donald Trump’s turning the moment into merchandise gold, showing again how he turns headlines into hustle, love him or hate him.
