… On Thursday, Trump posted on his social media network, Truth Social, that Means’ nomination had been withdrawn and that he would instead nominate cancer radiologist and Fox News contributor Nicole Saphier. …
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… In a post on Truth Social, Trump said the country ‘couldn’t get its act together.’ The Wall Street Journal cited US officials as saying the president had instructed aides to prepare for an extended blockade of Iran’s ports in a bid to force Tehran’s hand. …
Oil price jumps to $117 after reports of ‘extended’ Iran blockade… In a post on Truth Social on Monday afternoon, Trump said he appreciated that so many were “incensed by Kimmel’s” remarks, claiming they were a “call to violence”. …
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Trump rejects Iran's proposal to end war as totally unacceptable
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President Trump dismissed Iran's response to US proposals to end the war, calling it "totally unacceptable." Iran's proposal, sent via Pakistan as mediator, included an immediate ceasefire on all fronts, a halt to the US naval blockade of Iranian ports, and guarantees against further attacks on Iran.
6 hours ago · The Chronicle →
Today
Trump rejects Iran's proposal to end war as totally unacceptable
President Trump dismissed Iran's response to US proposals to end the war, calling it "totally unacceptable." Iran's proposal, sent via Pakistan as mediator, included an immediate ceasefire on all fronts, a halt to the US naval blockade of Iranian ports, and guarantees against further attacks on Iran.
6 hours ago · The Chronicle →
Yesterday
Trump rejects Iran ceasefire proposal as "totally unacceptable"
US President Donald Trump has said the month-long ceasefire between the US and Iran is on "massive life support" and rejected Iran's counter-offer to end the war as "totally unacceptable." Iran's proposal includes an immediate end to the war on all fronts, a halt to the US naval blockade, and guarantees against further attacks.
10 hours ago · Joy Online →
Trump rejects Iran's proposal to end war
President Donald Trump has dismissed Iran's response to US proposals to end the war as "totally unacceptable". Iran's proposal, sent via Pakistan as mediator, included an immediate end to the war on all fronts, a halt to a US naval blockade, and guarantees of no further attacks on Iran.
11 May 2026 · Joy Online →
Friday 8 May
German minister blames US-Iran war for tax revenue drop
Germany's finance minister Lars Klingbeil has attributed a €70bn downgrade in projected tax revenues for 2026-2030 to Donald Trump's "irresponsible war in Iran," which he said caused a "global energy shock" harming the German economy.
8 May 2026 · Joy Online →
Monday 4 May
US launches operation to free merchant ships from Strait of Hormuz
The United States says it will begin efforts to free merchant ships stranded by Iran's closure of the Strait of Hormuz, with some 15,000 US service personnel and over 100 aircraft involved in what President Trump called a "humanitarian gesture." Iran's military warned it will attack any foreign forces entering the strait, and a senior Iranian official said US interference would violate the temporary ceasefire currently in place.
4 May 2026 · Joy Online →
Trump announces US will guide ships through Strait of Hormuz
President Donald Trump said the US will help guide stranded vessels out of the Strait of Hormuz from Monday, calling the operation "Project Freedom" and a humanitarian gesture, while warning that any interference will be dealt with forcefully. Iran has restricted traffic through the waterway since February, though Trump said US and Iranian representatives were having "very positive" discussions.
4 May 2026 · Joy Online →
Sunday 3 May
Trump announces US troop cuts in Germany beyond initial 5,000
The US is withdrawing 5,000 troops from Germany, and President Trump said more cuts would follow, without providing details. Germany's defence minister called the withdrawal "foreseeable" while stressing that American military presence in Europe serves both German and US interests, and NATO is seeking clarification from Washington on the decision.
3 May 2026 · Joy Online →
Germany says US troop withdrawal decision was foreseeable
Germany's defence minister Boris Pistorius said the US decision to withdraw 5,000 troops from Germany was "foreseeable," while Nato seeks clarification from Washington. President Trump indicated further cuts may follow, citing concerns about German criticism of US negotiations with Iran.
2 May 2026 · Joy Online →
Saturday 2 May
US to withdraw 5,000 troops from Germany over Iran dispute
The US Department of Defence plans to withdraw 5,000 troops from Germany following a dispute between President Trump and German Chancellor Merz over the war with Iran. The withdrawal, to be completed within six to twelve months, comes after Trump criticized Merz and suggested pulling troops from other Nato allies including Italy and Spain.
1 May 2026 · Joy Online →
Friday 1 May
Trump announces 25% tariffs on EU cars and trucks
US President Donald Trump announced Friday he will increase tariffs on cars and trucks imported from the European Union to 25%, citing alleged non-compliance with a trade deal, while the European Commission said it was adhering to its commitments and would consider its options to protect EU interests.
1 May 2026 · Joy Online →
Trump withdraws controversial Surgeon General pick Casey Means
President Trump withdrew Casey Means' nomination as U.S. Surgeon General after she failed to secure Senate confirmation votes, and will instead nominate cancer radiologist Nicole Saphier. Means, a health influencer without an active medical license, faced criticism over her vaccine views, including declining to say babies should receive vaccines during her February confirmation hearing.
1 May 2026 · Joy Online →
Wednesday 29 April
Oil price rises to $117 on Iran blockade reports
Brent crude reached about $117 a barrel on Wednesday, its highest price this month, after reports that US President Donald Trump has instructed aides to prepare to extend the blockade of Iran's ports. Oil prices have been volatile since the Strait of Hormuz was effectively closed due to conflict, with Iran restricting shipping through the strait and threatening to target vessels approaching it.
29 April 2026 · Joy Online →
Monday 27 April
Melania Trump criticizes Jimmy Kimmel joke ahead of shooting
Melania Trump called late-night host Jimmy Kimmel's pre-dinner joke describing her as an "expectant widow" hateful and violent, urging ABC to take action against his remarks. The joke aired days before a shooting at the White House Correspondents' Dinner, which President Trump characterized as a "call to violence" warranting Kimmel's immediate dismissal.
27 April 2026 · Joy Online →