[Brief] Trump Plans to Fire FDA Commissioner Marty Makary The New York Times reports that Trump has approved the dismissal of FDA Commissioner Marty Makary. This personnel change could shift the direction of US Food and Drug Administration policy. Makary has played a key role in drug approval and public health policy since taking office. A senior official confirmed Trump has signed off on the decision. Source: NYT
Trump Announces 3-Day Russia-Ukraine Ceasefire Agreement US President Trump has announced that Russia and Ukraine have agreed to a three-day ceasefire, marking the first multi-day truce since the conflict began and representing a significant step forward in peace negotiations. Trump stated the ceasefire will take effect immediately and last 72 hours. During this period, both sides will halt all military operations, including artillery fire and airstrikes. The agreement follows ongoing US diplomatic mediation efforts. ...
Trump’s Latest Tariff Setback Looms Over China Trade Talks President Trump’s tariff agenda suffered another legal setback as a court ruling limits the scope of executive tariff authority. The decision casts uncertainty over upcoming US-China trade negotiations, potentially reshaping the balance of power in trade policy. Analysts say the ruling could fundamentally alter the landscape of US trade policy decision-making, weakening the executive branch’s ability to act unilaterally on trade matters. For upcoming China-US economic negotiations, this legal variable may affect both sides’ strategies and expectations. ...
President Donald Trump stated that the ceasefire agreement with Iran remains intact despite a recent exchange of fire between US and Iranian forces in the Strait of Hormuz. The incident has drawn international attention, with Iran’s Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi accusing the United States of engaging in a “reckless military adventure.” Araghchi claimed that the US launches attacks whenever a diplomatic solution appears within reach. According to The Washington Post, Washington continues to hope for a “serious offer” from Tehran to advance the peace process. Secretary of State Marco Rubio, attending NATO meetings in Rome, echoed this sentiment while acknowledging that President Trump’s verbal criticisms of Iran may persist. ...
Trade Court Rules Trump Global Tariff Program Illegal The US Court of International Trade has ruled that the Trump administration’s reciprocal tariff program is illegal, delivering a significant blow to the White House’s trade policy. The program had imposed steep tariffs on imports from multiple countries, sparking strong opposition and retaliatory measures from global trade partners. The court found that the president exceeded statutory authority in implementing such broad tariffs. ...
Trump Says Iran War Will ‘Be Over Quickly’ as Strait of Hormuz Tensions Rise US President Donald Trump said Wednesday that the conflict with Iran will “be over quickly,” even as Tehran seeks to assert control over the Strait of Hormuz, the world’s most critical oil shipping chokepoint. Speaking to reporters at the White House, Trump said military operations are progressing well and fighting is not expected to last long. However, Iran has claimed sovereign rights over the strait, which handles approximately one-fifth of global crude oil transportation. ...
Trump threatens military strikes against Iran while simultaneously claiming great progress in negotiations, sending mixed signals to the markets and allies.
The Trump administration has paused Project Freedom, the U.S. military operation designed to guide commercial vessels through the Strait of Hormuz amid heightened tensions with Iran. The decision comes as the ceasefire between the two nations continues to hold, providing a window for expanded diplomatic engagement. Officials indicated the pause is intended to create a more favorable environment for ongoing negotiations. Oil prices dropped on the news, with traders interpreting the move as a substantive de-escalation rather than a tactical pause. The Strait of Hormuz handles roughly 20% of global oil consumption, making any reduction in tension immediately impactful on energy markets. ...
U.S. Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth confirmed Monday that the ceasefire agreement between the United States and Iran is holding, marking a critical early success in the Trump administration’s diplomatic push. The ceasefire, which came after weeks of escalating tensions in the Persian Gulf, has allowed shipping through the Strait of Hormuz to resume normal operations. In a significant follow-up, the White House announced a pause to “Project Freedom” — the controversial military operation to escort commercial vessels through the strait — as the administration pivots toward diplomatic negotiations. ...
[Flash] Trump has again criticized Pope Leo’s stance on the Iran conflict, accusing the pope of “endangering lives,” AP News reported. The comments could complicate Secretary of State Rubio’s planned visit to the Vatican this week, highlighting a divergence between the US administration and the Vatican on Iran policy.