US warns shipping firms they could face sanctions over paying Iranian tolls in the Strait of Hormuz - AP News

US warns shipping firms they could face sanctions over paying Iranian tolls in the Strait of Hormuz  AP News

US threatens shipping firms with sanctions if they pay Iran tolls

The warning comes as President Donald Trump said he was "not excited" by Iran's latest proposal for a peace deal.

Trump's withdrawal of 5,000 US troops from Germany marks turning point in relations between the two countries

The news came as a shock in Germany, where around 40,000 Americans are stationed: a strategic and symbolic military presence that has held since the postwar era. The withdrawn troops are due to leave in the next six to 12 months.

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The White House Correspondents Association Dinner was one of several incidents of gun violence in the U.S. last week. Others ended in injuries and fatalities.

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NATO assessing details of US troop withdrawal from Germany

US says it plans to pull about 5,000 troops out of Germany over next six to 12 months amid feud with European allies.

U.S. warns shipping firms they could face sanctions over paying Iran's Strait of Hormuz tolls

Iran effectively closed the strait to normal traffic by attacking and threatening to attack ships after the U.S. and Israel launched a war on Feb. 28.

The ageing dilemma: why robots can’t save us but China-US cooperation might

A top US medical anthropologist believes the United States and China must transcend geopolitical tensions and spur a global revolution in “social technology” to survive the looming ageing crisis. Arthur Kleinman, a physician-anthropologist with joint appointments at Harvard University and Harvard Medical School, proposed that the US learn from China’s recent efforts to build a long-term care insurance system, while in return China can take lessons from the US nursing home model. “We have neve...

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Berlin urges stronger European defence

NATO says it is working with the United States to understand the decision to withdraw 5,000 troops from Germany. President Donald Trump announced the move on Friday following a dispute with Germany’s chancellor over the Iran war. Transatlantic relations have been strained since Friedrich Merz questioned Washington’s strategy in the Middle East. Germany’s defence minister has said the reduction in American troops should encourage European countries to strengthen their own defences further. Car...

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‘We’re worried the honey pot will run dry’: Does the Trump administration use my Social Security to fund federal programs?

There are many suggestions floating around Washington on how to fix the program’s funding issues.

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US warns shipping firms over paying Iran to transit the Strait of Hormuz

The United States is warning shipping companies about potential sanctions for paying Iran to pass through the Strait of Hormuz

By Sarah El Deeb and Adam Schreck

US warns shipping firms they could face sanctions over paying Iranian tolls in the Strait of Hormuz

US threatens sanctions if shipping firms pay Iran fees for Strait of Hormuz passage

The US has warned shipping companies against making payments to Iran for safe passage through the Strait of Hormuz, citing sanctions risks. This alert comes amid rising tensions and disruptions to global oil trade, with Iran rerouting vessels and charging fees. The US has also imposed a naval blockade, further straining energy markets and complicating diplomatic efforts.

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US, Philippines deploy anti-ship missile system in Batanes near Taiwan for war games - The Straits Times

US, Philippines deploy anti-ship missile system in Batanes near Taiwan for war games  The Straits Times

'Fully Prepared For American Foolishness': Iran Warns Of Possible Renewed War

According to Iran's Fars News, Mohammad Jafar Asadi, a senior figure in the Iranian military's central command, said, "a renewed conflict between Iran and the United States is likely."

Germany urges stronger European defense after US announces troop drawdown

German Defense Minister Boris Pistorius said the withdrawal should spur Europeans to strengthen their own defenses, adding, "Germany is on the right track" by expanding its armed forces.

U.S. approves $8.6B military sales to Middle Eastern allies

NATO: working with US to understand details of troop reduction in Germany

NATO is working with the United States to understand the details of the U.S. decision for a planned drawdown of U.S. troops from Germany, NATO spokesperson Allison Hart said on Saturday. “We are working with the U.S. to understand the details of their decision on force posture in Germany. This adjustment underscores the need for […]

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US' proposed curbs on Chinese entities opposed - China Daily - Global Edition

US' proposed curbs on Chinese entities opposed  China Daily - Global Edition

Philippines, US, Japan forces test counter-drone systems at Balikatan

Balikatan drills in Zambales include systems to detect, track and defeat unmanned aerial th

US bypasses congressional review for military sales of $8.6bn to Middle East allies - Geo News

US bypasses congressional review for military sales of $8.6bn to Middle East allies  Geo News

US military signs AI deals with 7 tech firms for classified use - Dhaka Tribune

US military signs AI deals with 7 tech firms for classified use  Dhaka Tribune

Iran military official says renewed war with US 'likely' - standardmedia.co.ke

Iran military official says renewed war with US 'likely'  standardmedia.co.ke

US supports permanent G20 membership for Poland

Washington also reaffirmed its "strong and growing" relationship with Warsaw.

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Iranian commander warns renewed conflict with US ‘likely,’ affirms readiness - rudaw.net

Iranian commander warns renewed conflict with US ‘likely,’ affirms readiness  rudaw.net

US to withdraw troops from Germany amid NATO tensions

NATO is reviewing a United States plan to withdraw about 5,000 troops from Germany, a move that comes amid political tension between Washington and European allies over the illegal US-Israeli war against Iran. The Pentagon said the reduction would take place over the next six to twelve months following a review of US force posture in Europe. Around 36,000 American troops are currently stationed in Germany, the largest US military presence on the continent.

Trump to pull 5,000 troops from Germany - The Copenhagen Post

Trump to pull 5,000 troops from Germany  The Copenhagen Post

Iran standoff could leave Trump worse off than before he went to war - thecitizen.co.tz

Iran standoff could leave Trump worse off than before he went to war  thecitizen.co.tz