U.S. Vice President joining Second Lady on downgraded Greenland trip to see U.S. military base

U.S. Second Lady Usha Vance is downgrading an unofficial trip to Greenland, but her husband Vice President JD Vance will join her on Friday to see a US military base there.

It comes after the U.S. leader said he wants to acquire Greenland, an autonomous territory of Denmark.

Caroline Malone reports.

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Fears of a return to civil war in South Sudan warns the UN

The United Nations Commission on Human Rights has issued an alert over
the escalating crisis in South Sudan.
The organisation has called for urgent action to protect civilians as
fears mount of another civil war.
Jody Jacobs has more from the United Nations in New York...

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STOCKS IN US CARMAKERS TAKE A HIT, FOLLOWING NEW TARIFF ANNOUNCEMENT

Stocks of US carmakers are taking a hit on the New York Stock Exchange on Thursday, following President Trump's decision to slap a 25% tariff on all vehicles entering the United States.

It comes ahead of the President's plans to announce reciprocal tariffs on April 2nd, a day he has dubbed "Liberation Day".

Mitch McCann reports:

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​Judge rules that extreme heat in Texas prisons is “plainly unconstitutional”

A federal judge has ruled that extreme heat in Texas prisons is "plainly unconstitutional"...and a form of "unconstitutional punishment." But he stopped short of mandating the state install air conditioning. Temperatures inside Texas prisons often soar above 100 degrees in the summer. Toni Waterman has more.

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30 countries attending latest Ukraine support summit in Paris

30 countries, plus the EU and NATO, are being represented at the latest Ukraine support summit in Paris.

Host president Emmanuel Macron late on Wednesday announced another 2 billion dollars in military assistance from France for Ukraine, including missiles, drones and armoured vehicles.

Ross Cullen reports.

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US arrests top MS-13 gang leader

US authorities have arrested one of the top leaders of the MS-13 gang
in Virginia.

It comes as the Trump administration ramps up the crackdown on illegal
groups operating in the US.

Nick Harper reports from Washington.

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US officials says mineral deal could be signed next week

U.S. Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent says a mineral deal with Ukraine
could be signed as early as next week.

The agreement was slated to be signed last month but was shelved
following a public spat between the U.S. and Ukrainian Presidents in
the Oval Office.

But Ukrainian officials say that relations are now back on track.

William Denselow reports from Kyiv.

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Pakistan ramps up its crackdown on Afghan refugees

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The Pakistani government is intensifying efforts to enforce the repatriation of Afghan refugees, with a deadline set for the end of this month. 

This has sparked an uproar from human rights groups like Amnesty International, urging Pakistani authorities to halt the deportation of Afghans, citing the humanitarian risks involved in their relocation.

Hira Mustafa reports. 

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UK WORKING ON TRADE DEAL AHEAD OF US CAR TARIFFS

UK government sources say they hope to reach a trade deal with the US before tariffs on car imports come into force next week.

US President Donald Trump announced new import taxes on cars made outside America to come into effect from April 2nd.

The UK has been in discussions with Washington about an 'economic prosperity agreement' which could include exemptions from some tariffs.

But Foreign Affairs Spokesperson for the Liberal Democrats party Calum Miller says Britain should respond to the duties in kind.

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Trump tariffs hit Japanese, South Korean carmakers, Toyota, Hyundai slide

INTRO: Shares of Japanese and South Korean automakers slid Thursday morning after U.S. President Donald Trump imposed 25% tariffs on all cars shipped to that country.

Toyota, the country's largest automobile manufacturer, was off 3.3% while South Korea's largest carmaker Hyundai Motor and its sister firm Kia Motors slid 4% and 3%, respectively. Laura Westbrook has more.

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India will not be clubbed with Canada and China on the issue of tariffs: US Officials

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The United States says India will not be clubbed with China and Canada on the issue of tariffs as Washington and New Delhi negotiate a trade deal.

The talks currently ongoing in New Delhi are being fast tracked as per reports but it remains to be seen if the two sides can reach an agreement before April 2, when the tariffs are supposed to kick in.

Ishan Garg tells us more from New Delhi.

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Trump announces ‘permanent’ 25% tariffs on auto imports

Donald Trump has announced a 25% tariff on all automobiles imported into the United States.

The US president says the move is intended to boost domestic manufacturing but it's expected to raise prices for US car buyers.

Ira Spitzer has more.

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Atlantic publishes all messages in Signal chat

The Atlantic magazine has published what it says is a timeline of war plans shared by Trump officials in a secret group chat that mistakenly included its editor. The White House is trying to downplay the security blunder about plans to strike Houthi rebels in Yemen.  Democrats are calling for both the Defence Secretary and National Security Advisor to resign.

Kate Fisher reports from Washington

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US HOMELAND SECURITY SECRETARY VISITS NOTORIOUS EL SALVADOR PRISON

US Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem is visiting a notorious prison in El Salvador, which is holding US deportees.

The American government says those deportees are Venezuelan gang members, something the administration is being forced to defend.

Mitch McCann reports.

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Atlantic publishes all Signal messages

The Atlantic magazine has published what it says is a timeline of war plans shared by Trump officials in a secret group chat that mistakenly included its editor. The White House is trying to downplay the security blunder about plans to strike Houthi rebels in Yemen.  Democrats are calling for both the Defence Secretary and National Security Advisor to resign.

Kate Fisher reports from Washington

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Brazil's Supreme Court orders Bolsonaro to stand trial over alleged coup attempt

Brazil's Supreme Court has ordered former President Jair Bolsonaro to stand trial for allegedly plotting a coup after his 2022 election loss.

The right-wing former army captain, who is hoping to run for president again next year, could face prison time if found guilty.

Ira Spitzer reports.

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SPRING STATEMENT BRINGS BIG CUTS TO UK ECONOMY

UK Chancellor of the Exchequer, Rachel Reeves, says welfare cuts and a trimmed-back civil service will have to help pay for investments in government efficiency and increased defence spending.

She revealed the 'spring statement' to Parliament earlier on Wednesday - shortly after growth forecasts for the year were slashed.

Stuart Smith reports from London.

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​Supreme Court upholds Biden rule to make ghost guns traceable

The U.S. Supreme Court has upheld a Biden-era rule that allows the government to regulate so-called ghost guns  - mail order kits that allow people to build untraceable weapons at home. Toni Waterman has more.

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UN reduces staff numbers in Gaza

The United Nations has decided to reduce the size of its international
staff in Gaza.
This decision follows renewed attacks on the enclave by Israeli forces.
According to the UN, this was a difficult decision for the Secretary
General to make.
Jody Jacobs reports from the United Nations in New York.

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THE NETHERLANDS PLANS TO DOUBLE ITS MILITARY PERSONNEL BY 2030

The Dutch Government has announced plans to more than double the size of its military. 

The pledge comes as European countries grow increasingly concerned about security following Russia's invasion of Ukraine and lingering questions over the Trump Administration's commitment to NATO. 

Trent Murray has more. 

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