Ireland faces big questions over defence ahead of Trump meeting - as cracks widen between US and Europe

Starmer arrives for Prime Minister's Questions at No. 10

Sir Keir Starmer arrives to take this week's Prime Minister's Questions before attending a cultural reception with Irish Taoiseach Micheál Martin in the north-west. Report by Ajagbef. Like us on Facebook at http://www.facebook.com/itn and follow us on Twitter at http://twitter.com/itn

Trump Punishes Columbia University with $400 Million Cut Over Gaza Protest, Anti-Semitism Claims

Trump has announced a $400 million funding cut to Columbia University, citing concerns over anti-Semitism and the university’s handling of Gaza-related protests on campus. Trump criticized Columbia for fostering what he called a hostile environment for Jewish students, amid escalating tensions over the Israel-Gaza conflict. The decision has sparked intense debate over academic freedom, campus activism, and federal funding for universities. Columbia has yet to respond to the funding cut, which could have significant financial and institutional repercussions. #Trump #ColumbiaUniversity #DonaldTrump #ColumbiaUniversityFundingCut #ColumbiaUniversityGrants #TrumpCutsFunding #ColumbiaProtests #HamasProtest #TrumpAdministration #ColumbiaUniversityNews #ColumbiaUniversityProtests #TrumpPulls400Million #TrumpColumbia #PresidentTrump #ColumbiaFunding #GazaProtests Also Read Trump Has Begun Another Trade War - Here's Timeline Of How We Got Here :: https://www.oneindia.com/international/donald-trump-has-begun-another-trade-war-heres-timeline-of-how-we-got-here-4090219.html?ref=DMDesc Take Parliament Into Confidence: Cong To PM On Donald Trump's India Cutting Trade Tariff Claim :: https://www.oneindia.com/india/take-parliament-into-confidence-cong-to-pm-on-donald-trumps-india-cutting-trade-tariff-claim-4089797.html?ref=DMDesc Elon Musk-Marco Rubio Clash Over Staff Cuts In Explosive Meeting In Trump's Presence; US Prez Denies Blow Up :: https://www.oneindia.com/international/elon-musk-marco-rubio-clash-over-staff-cuts-in-explosive-meeting-in-trumps-presence-us-prez-denies-4089603.html?ref=DMDesc

VIDEO| Man Climbs Big Ben Holding Palestinian Flag, Hours After Protestors Disrupt Trump Golf Course

A dramatic scene unfolded in London as a man climbed Big Ben while holding a Palestinian flag, just hours after protestors disrupted a Trump golf course. The incident sparked widespread attention, with onlookers capturing footage of the daring act. The protest comes amid rising tensions over the Israel-Palestine conflict and global demonstrations in support of Palestine. Authorities are investigating the incident, and security concerns have been raised following the high-profile protest. #BigBen #PalestinianFlag #LondonProtest #TrumpGolfCourse #UKProtests #PoliticalActivism #FreePalestine #GlobalProtests #BreakingNews #ViralVideo #ProtestAction #PalestineSupport #ClimbingBigBen #ActivismNews #TrumpProtest ~PR.152~ED.346~HT.336~GR.344~

White House Mocks AOC, Other Dems For Viral ‘Choose Your Fighter’ Tiktok Video | Watch

The White House took a swipe at Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez (AOC) and other progressive Democrats after a viral TikTok video featuring them as "fighters" gained traction online. The video, styled like a “Choose Your Fighter” game, showcased AOC and her colleagues promoting progressive policies. However, White House officials mocked the clip, questioning its seriousness amid pressing national issues. The playful jab highlights the growing divide between the Biden administration and the Democratic Party's progressive wing. #ChooseYourFighter #DemocratsChooseYourFighter #HouseDemocrats #ChooseYourFighterMeme #PickYourFighterDemocrats #DemocratsOnTikTok #DemocratBacklash #ViralTikTok #TrumpResponds #HouseDemsTikTok #DemocratsViralVideo #ProgressiveDemocrats #TikTokPolitics #AOC #DemocratShowdown ~PR.152~HT.336~GR.124~

Rubio Calls Ukraine Conflict US-Russia Proxy War; Trump Pushes Peace Talks As Aid To Kyiv Is Halted

Rubio calls the Ukraine conflict a US-Russia proxy war, stressing Trump’s push for peace negotiations. The US has halted intelligence sharing and military aid to Kyiv, urging Zelensky to engage in talks with Moscow. The move follows a tense White House meeting, where Trump accused Zelensky of risking World War III by refusing negotiations. #Rubio #Ukraine #Trump #Russia #ProxyWar #USRussia #Zelensky #Kyiv #Geopolitics #MilitaryAid #USForeignPolicy #PeaceTalks #WorldWarIII #WhiteHouse #UkraineConflict #Biden #Moscow #Negotiations #TrumpAdministration #InternationalRelations Also Read US Intelligence Warns of Potential Russian Use of New Lethal Missile Against Ukraine in Coming Days :: https://www.oneindia.com/international/us-warns-russia-may-use-lethal-missile-against-ukraine-011-4013063.html?ref=DMDesc Switzerland Bans Exports to Polish Supplier After Swiss-Made Ammunition Found in Ukraine :: https://www.oneindia.com/international/switzerland-bars-exports-to-polish-firm-ammunition-ukraine-011-3995413.html?ref=DMDesc Russia Fires ICBM Into Ukrainian Territory, Confirms Kyiv; First-Ever Use By Any Country :: https://www.oneindia.com/international/russia-fires-icbm-into-ukrainian-territory-confirms-kyiv-first-ever-use-by-any-country-3993795.html?ref=DMDesc

Trump Pushes Bigger Ukraine Minerals Deal As Zelensky Ready To Sign Amid Tensions Over Military Aid

Donald Trump is seeking a larger minerals deal with Ukraine, delaying an agreement that Kiev is ready to sign. The deal grants the U.S. access to Ukraine’s rare-earth minerals as compensation for military aid. Zelensky and Trump had a tense White House meeting over the terms, with Trump pushing for a “bigger, better” deal. Brussels also seeks access to Ukraine’s resources, adding to the geopolitical tug-of-war over Kyiv’s assets. #Trump #Ukraine #MineralsDeal #Zelensky #RareEarthMinerals #USUkraine #Geopolitics #MilitaryAid #Washington #Kiev #BreakingNews #WhiteHouse #TrumpZelensky #UkraineWar #GlobalTrade #Conflict #USPolitics #Brussels #Negotiations #Diplomacy