Kremlin confirms preparations for Trump-Putin meeting underway

The Kremlin confirmed preparations for Trump-Putin meeting are underway. The idea came up after discussions between President Putin and the US special envoy Steven Witkoff in Moscow on Wednesday. US President Trump said there was a "good chance" of face-to-face talks soon with the leaders of Russia and Ukraine. The Kremlin, however, denied a trilateral format and said it's not yet clear how long the preparations to the Trump-Putin summit may take. Daria Bondarchuk reports from Moscow.

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First Migrants Detained Under UK/France Deal

The first migrants have been detained in the UK under the new 'one in/one out' deal agreed with France which came into effect this week. 

The British Home Office says the migrants, who arrived by small boat to the country on Wednesday, have been placed in a removal centre and are set to be returned to France.

As part of the deal- the 'one out' detention activates the reciprocal 'one in' process for migrants in France to apply for entry into the UK subject to visa and security checks. 

Home Secretary Yvette Cooper said the government is determined to end channel crossings.

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Israel’s security cabinet to meet to discuss Gaza takeover

Israel's security cabinet is set to meet on Thursday evening to
discuss and possibly approve plans for the full takeover of Gaza by
the Israeli military

Blake Sifton reports from Tel Aviv

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One person dead, three missing in massive fire in southern France

One person has died, at least a dozen others have been injured, while three people remain missing after a massive fire in southern France.

The blaze in the region near the Spanish border has burned an area bigger than Paris.

Ross Cullen reports.

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REPORTS: TRUMP TO MEET PUTIN WITHIN DAYS

Donald Trump says there's a "good chance" of face-to-face talks soon with the leaders of Russia and Ukraine.

It follows discussions between Vladimir Putin and the US special envoy in Moscow on Wednesday.

It's reported the Russian and American Presidents could meet as soon as next week.

This as the US threatens further sanctions if Russia doesn't agree a ceasefire by Friday.

Former UK Defence Secretary Ben Wallace isn't optimistic about talks that lead to a sustainable peace.

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Modi says India ready to pay 'heavy price' in US trade stand off

India says it is willing to pay a 'heavy price' in an ongoing trade standoff with the US.

The country's Prime Minister Narendra Modi made the comments hours after President Trump announced an additional 25 per cent tariff, taking the total levies against the major American trade partner to 50%.

Neha Poonia reports.

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India describes Trump's additional tariffs as "unjustified and unreasonable"

India has hit out at the US after President Trump announced an additional 25 per cent tariff on the country's goods, as New Delhi continues to import Russian oil.

The Indian government described Trump's move as "unjustified and unreasonable".

Rebecca Bundhun has more from Mumbai.

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Trump says 100% tariff coming on some imported semiconductors

US President Donald Trump says he will impose a 100% tariff on imports of semiconductors. But he said he would exempt companies making their chips in the US... or are in the process of building chip fabrication facilities in the country. Toni Waterman has moe.

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TX Democrats forced to evacuate Chicago hotel amid bomb threat

Texas Democrats who fled to Chicago were forced to evacuate their hotel after a bomb threat was received. No one was injured. The lawmakers have been in a standoff with their Republican colleagues, who are attempting to redraw Texas' voting map in their favor. Democrats could lose five crucial seats in the House ahead of next year's midterm elections. Toni Waterman has moe.

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Sean Combs legal team seeks pardon from President Trump

The legal team for Sean Diddy Combs has asked the Trump administration about a potential pardon after the music moguls conviction on prostitution-related offenses - according to US media reports.

From Washington Kate Fisher reports

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Trump imposes additional 25% tariff on India over Russia oil

US President Donald Trump has announced an additional 25% tariff rate
on India taking the total to 50%.

He says New Delhi's decision to continue buying cheap Russian energy
is the reason behind the latest hike.

Nick Harper reports from Washington.

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US Health Secretary cancels $500m for vaccine development

Health Secretary Robert F Kennedy Jr. is cancelling $500 million of
funding earmarked for the development of vaccines targeting Covid-19
and flu.

RFK Jr - a known vaccine skeptic - has warned the mRNA technology used
in the doses poses "more risks than benefits".

Nick Harper reports from Washington.

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U.S. threatens 35% tariffs on EU if deal not honoured

President Donald Trump has threatened to impose a 35 percent tariff on
European imports if the European Union doesn't invest $600 billion in
the U.S. by the end of his term in office.

That investment pledge formed part of a framework trade deal struck
between Trump and the European Commission President a little over a
week ago.

William Denselow reports from Brussels.


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US envoy Witkoff in Moscow for talks

U.S. President's special envoy Steve Witkoff is in Moscow for talks on Ukraine ceasefire with Russian officials. The visit comes on the eve of the August 8 deadline set by President Trump for Moscow to agree to end the Ukraine war or face new sanctions. Daria Bondarchuk reports from Moscow. 

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Netanyahu said to favour takeover of Gaza following meeting with security chiefs

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu is said to support the Israeli military taking full control of Gaza, despite opposition from senior military leaders.

 

Blake Sifton reports from Tel Aviv.

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French PM eschews summer vacation, says budget crisis too serious

The French prime minister says he will not be taking a traditional vacation this summer, as he battles to try to shore up support for his controversial cost-saving budget.

Opposition parties warn that there could be a vote of no-confidence in François Bayrou (Ba-ee-roo) this autumn if he fails to make major concessions.

Ross Cullen reports.

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TRUMP: GAZA MILITARY EXPANSION 'UP TO ISRAEL'

US President Donald Trump says it's 'up to Israel' whether it goes ahead with a possible expansion of military operations in Gaza.

Israel's Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu is reportedly pushing to take total military control of the Gaza strip to defeat Hamas.

The United Nations has warned that would cause 'catastrophic consequences'.

President Trump says the US is working to get more aid to Palestinians.

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4 killed, several missing in Indian flash floods

Search operations are underway in northern India where a cloudburst triggered flash floods, trapping dozens of people.

Officials say casualties could rise further in the Himalayan region of Uttarakhand (PRONO: OO-TAR-A-KHEND) with the floods sweeping away hotels, homes and a college campus.

Neha Poonia has more.

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Witkoff expected in Moscow on Wednesday as Trump & Zelensky talk

U.S. President Donald Trump's special envoy Steve Witkoff is expected to visit Moscow on Wednesday, according to Russia's state news agency.

Meanwhile Ukrainian officials say the American president spoke to Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky on Tuesday. 

Mr Trump has set a deadline of Friday for Russia to agree to end the Ukraine war or face new sanctions.

Kate Fisher reports from Washington

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Titan submersible tragedy “preventable"

A US Coast Guard report has ruled the implosion of the Titan
submersible, that killed five people, was entirely "preventable".

The tragedy two years ago resulted from the company's toxic workplace
environment, according to the findings.

Nick Harper reports from Washington.

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