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Italy has suspended diplomatic plans after US President Trump allegedly mocked Prime Minister Meloni, claiming she begged for a photograph. The incident prompted Rome's Foreign Minister to cancel a scheduled American visit.
California Governor Gavin Newsom has rejected assertions from the US Justice Department that federal investigations into him are independent, arguing instead that they stem from political pressure by Donald Trump.
President Trump celebrated his 80th birthday by hosting the Ultimate Fighting Championship on the White House South Lawn on Sunday evening, an event that cost UFC over US$60 million and drew both high-profile attendees and public criticism.
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US President Donald Trump announced that American military forces have eliminated Hector Guerrero Flores, alias Nino Guerrero, the head of Venezuelan criminal organisation Tren de Aragua, in a coordinated operation with Venezuelan authorities.
President Donald Trump terminated an NBC interview in frustration after facing scrutiny regarding his baseless claims of election irregularities, though he had previously answered questions on other matters.
Donald Trump's legal team petitioned a federal court to temporarily suspend the discovery phase of his US$10 billion defamation lawsuit against the BBC while seeking to reassign the case to another judge.
US President Donald Trump has confirmed a contentious telephone discussion with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, acknowledging he used harsh language during the exchange.
Iran fired missiles at a US base in Kuwait on Thursday following American strikes on Iranian drone operations near the Strait of Hormuz. President Trump dismissed reports of a proposed agreement to manage the vital shipping route jointly with Oman.
President Donald Trump has refiled a US$10 billion defamation lawsuit against the Wall Street Journal over its coverage of his connection to Jeffrey Epstein, following the dismissal of his initial claim.
Donald Trump's influence over Republican voters is being tested in a Texas Senate runoff where he has backed Ken Paxton against long-serving Senator John Cornyn.
US President Donald Trump's strategy to redraw congressional districts favouring Republicans has encountered significant resistance, with lawmakers in South Carolina rejecting a proposed map while a court blocked Alabama's redistricting plan.
Donald Trump defended Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi during his Beijing summit with Chinese President Xi Jinping, who had criticized her stance on Taiwan, according to Japan's Yomiuri Shimbun newspaper.
President Trump has rejected any prospect of easing sanctions against Iran unless a comprehensive peace agreement is concluded. Negotiations are progressing but Trump insists he remains unhurried about completing talks.
Vladimir Putin and Donald Trump visited Beijing days apart in May, each receiving ceremonial receptions but achieving markedly different outcomes. Putin secured energy agreements and visa concessions, while Trump focused on tone-setting amid deeper US-China tensions.