Commerce Secretary to Visit Brazil, Argentina, Chile to Deepen Trade Ties
Commerce Secretary Rajesh Agrawal will visit Brazil, Argentina, and Chile from August 24-28 to boost trade, including talks on an India-Chile FTA.
International Relations
Australia Reports First H5N1 Case in Mammal as Fur Seal Found Dead
Australia confirmed its first H5N1 bird flu case in a mammal after a fur seal was found dead in South Australia.
Taiwan President Pitches Record Defense Budget at 823 Battle Memorial
At the 68th commemoration of the 823 Artillery Battle, Taiwan's president urged public support for a record defense budget exceeding 3% of GDP.
Over a Million Displaced in Gaza Face Severe Hunger and Water Shortages
More than a million displaced Gazans face hunger and water scarcity, with aid access urged.
Rhine at Record Low as Heatwave Disrupts German Industry
Record-low Rhine water levels, driven by heat and drought, are disrupting German cargo shipping and threatening industrial output.
Iran Warns Nations Joining US Economic War Will Be Treated as Enemies
Iran's top security official warns countries joining US economic pressure will be considered enemies, threatening to close Strait of Hormuz oil exports.
Russia hits Kyiv region and ports; France to speed up air defense aid
Russian strikes target Kyiv region and ports; Zelensky says France will speed up air defense deliveries to Ukraine.
Canada Hits Back With Dollar-for-Dollar Tariffs After US Trade Talks Fail
Canada will impose matching tariffs on US goods after trade negotiations collapse, escalating tensions between the allies.
Merz to Push Cabinet for Swift Implementation of Growth Reforms
German Chancellor Friedrich Merz will press his cabinet to accelerate pro-growth reforms, focusing on tax, pensions, deregulation and digitalisation.
Canada Vows Dollar-for-Dollar Tariffs as US Trade Talks Collapse
Canada says it will retaliate with dollar-for-dollar tariffs after trade talks with the US collapse.
Iraq Says Iran Showing 'Flexibility' on Hormuz Oil Exports
Iraqi President Nizar Amidi says Iran has shown flexibility on oil exports via the Strait of Hormuz, as Baghdad struggles with a severe economic crisis.
Canada to Hit Back With Dollar-for-Dollar Tariffs on US Goods From September 8 (2026-08-23)
Canada will impose matching tariffs on US products starting September 8, responding to new US duties on $20 billion of Canadian exports.
Lula Hits Campaign Trail in Rio, Takes Swipes at Putin and Trump
At a Rio rally, Lula criticizes Putin's war and Trump's boasts, vowing Brazilian pride and industrial strength.
Tel Aviv Rally Highlights Deep Divisions Ahead of Israeli Elections
Hundreds gathered in Tel Aviv for a weekly anti-government protest, voicing concerns over Gaza policy and academic freedom ahead of October elections.
Rescuers Search Rubble After Russian Drone Strike on Kryvyi Rih Mall
Ukrainian emergency crews comb through a destroyed shopping center in Kryvyi Rih after a Russian drone strike killed 16 and wounded 130.
Magnitude 5.9 Earthquake Rattles Eastern Japan, No Tsunami Warning
A 5.9-magnitude earthquake shook eastern Japan early Sunday, centered in Ibaraki prefecture. No tsunami alert was issued, and no damage or injuries were reported.
Trump Vows Unprecedented Iran Sanctions: What Tools Remain?
The US is preparing new, unprecedented sanctions on Iran. Experts weigh options from targeting Chinese refiners to a land blockade.
Egyptian actor says humanity wins in Chinese anti-war film
Egyptian actor Farouk Mohamed discusses his role in the Chinese anti-war film 'Once Upon a Time in the Middle East' and why he believes humanity prevails over destruction.
Putin: Ukrainian Strikes Hurt Russia but Won't Alter War's Course
Putin says Ukrainian strikes cause economic damage but no turning point in the war, as both sides report civilian deaths.
Merz faces climate protests during first post-vacation visit to wildfire zone
Chancellor Merz visited the wildfire-hit Hürtgenwald region, thanked emergency crews, linked the fire to climate change, and faced protests.