Europe News
Donald Trump endorses Hungary's Orbán ahead of key elections
Trump has a history of supporting like-minded right-wing candidates on the campaign trail. Orbán is facing his most difficult election as the opposition Tisza Party led by young conservative Peter Magyar leads in opinion polls.
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USA
Washington announces $6 million aid to Cuba amid diplomatic rift
The US has extended aid to Cuba for people still reeling from Hurricane Melissa in the island’s eastern regions. The aid comes despite a diplomatic rift, as Washington continues to urge Cuba to negotiate a deal to end tensions “before it is too late”.
USA
Trump pushes Beijing to break from Tehran in phone call with Xi
Trump said he held an “excellent” phone call with his Chinese counterpart Xi Jinping on Wednesday where the pair discussed many things, from trade to the war in Ukraine. Topping the agenda of their talks was the situation in Iran, as Washington continues to urge countries to isolate Tehran.
USA
Mexico agrees to make more predictable water deliveries to the US
The US has reached a deal which guarantees an annual minimum of water deliveries from Mexico, replacing the old system under which Mexico had to fulfil a quota on a five-year cycle. Washington says the deal is set to help farmers in southern states, particularly in Texas.
Iran
Iran seeks 'fair and equitable' talks with the US to ease tensions
Iran’s President says he has instructed the country’s foreign minister to pursue constructive negotiations to ease tensions and a looming threat of conflict with the US. The move signals a shift in approach for Tehran, who for weeks has countered with its own threats against Washington.
Finland
Arctic ambitions: Finland to build icebreakers for the United States
Finland is set to build new icebreakers for the US as Arctic competition intensifies. While the deal highlights Finnish expertise in icebreaking, US interest in Greenland and strained EU-US ties have raised concerns over the partnership.
USA
Trump urges quick House vote to end partial government shutdown
Trump has implored lawmakers to quicky end the partial government shutdown, promising to “work in good faith” on raised issues and concerns. The shutdown comes as Democratic lawmakers demand changes to immigration operations after the fatal shooting of two US citizens in Minneapolis in January.
Business
Trump cuts India tariffs as Modi 'agrees' to stop buying Russian oil
Trump said that India would also start to reduce its import taxes on US goods to zero and buy $500 billion worth of American products. Trump has long had a warm relationship with Modi, only to find it complicated recently by Russia's war in Ukraine and trade disputes.