Middle East live: Trump threatens economic punishment on 'any country' helping Iran
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france24.com
20.08.2026
Trump threatens 'unprecedented' economic consequences for any nation aiding Iran
Trump declared "economic warfare" against Iran, warning that any nation or business providing a financial lifeline to the regime will face severe, unprecedented sanctions.
Politics
foxnews.com
20.08.2026
Trump announces ‘most crushing economic operation ever’ against Iran
US president also says any country that trades with Iran will 'face tremendous economic consequences'.
World
aljazeera.com
20.08.2026
Trump to Appear on Radio With Michael Cohen, His Onetime Nemesis
The call is the latest sign of a rapprochement between President Trump and his former fixer, who served as the star witness against his former boss in New York State Court.
Politics
nytimes.com
19.08.2026
Mike Lindell offers to fund recount in Minnesota Republican primary for governor
MyPillow founder and Trump ally lost primary to Lisa Demuth by 11 points, but still refuses to concede defeatUS politics live – latest updatesThe pillow salesman, Trump supporter and election denier M
World
theguardian.com
19.08.2026
“I get along with him very well.”
US President Donald Trump praised his relationship with North Korea’s leader Kim Jong Un.
World
aljazeera.com
19.08.2026
Trump: I don't like the US conducting large-scale military exercises with South Korea
Azerbaijan
apa.az
19.08.2026
National Parks Advocates Plan Day of Protest Against Donald Trump
Park advocates will rally nationwide August 25, urging Trump to protect workers and increase investment for national sites.
Politics
newsweek.com
19.08.2026
Trump backed down from 50 percent tariffs on Canada. It’s not a TACO.
Trump’s latest tariff threat jolted more than a year of stalled trade talks between the U.S. and Canada.
Politics
politico.com
19.08.2026
8/19: The Takeout with Major Garrett
Angie Nixon pulls off upset win in Florida primary; Trump says peace talks with Iran will resume "maybe at some point."
World
cbsnews.com
19.08.2026
Trump: The Strait of Hormuz will not be as important in the future as before
Azerbaijan
apa.az
19.08.2026
US gross national debt tops $40tn for first time, likely to escalate fears of fiscal crisis
Rising costs of social safety-net programs, military and Trump’s tax cuts strain federal government budgetsThe US gross national debt pile has topped $40tn for the first time, the treasury department
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theguardian.com
19.08.2026
Trump’s relationship with aide Natalie Harp becomes family affair as son Eric weighs in
The president’s son defended Natalie Harp against attacks from her own brother, calling him ‘absolute trash’ for questioning the aide’s loyalty to Trump
World
independent.co.uk
19.08.2026
Trump: Tougher sanctions may be imposed on Iran
Azerbaijan
apa.az
19.08.2026
More of Trump’s Chosen Candidates Lose Republican Primaries
A series of recent losses has eroded the president’s winning record, raising new questions about his hold over the party’s voters.
Politics
nytimes.com
19.08.2026
US government debt hits $40tn as borrowing rises at historic rate
Public spending surges despite Donald Trump’s vow to stabilise America’s public finances
Finance
ft.com
19.08.2026
Trump's approval rating plummets to new low ahead of critical midterms: 'More work to do'
President Donald Trump's approval rating hits 33% in a new Reuters/Ipsos poll as 80% of respondents expect the Iran war to go on indefinitely.
Politics
foxnews.com
19.08.2026
What to Know About Trump’s Aide Natalie Harp
The previously little-known White House aide has garnered growing attention after Sen. Jon Ossoff mentioned her in an attack on Trump.
World
time.com
19.08.2026
Trump Urges Congress to Pass Clarity Act During Meeting With Crypto Executives
Finance
wsj.com
19.08.2026
Laura Loomer says ‘jealous’ White House staff are leaking to press about Trump aide Natalie Harp: ‘Must want her job’
World
independent.co.uk
19.08.2026