US imposes sanctions on a China-based oil refinery and 40 shippers over Iranian oil The Trump administration is sanctioning a major China-based oil refinery and about 40 shipping companies The Independent UK · Apr 24
How a swap line for Persian Gulf allies would break with the past "Many of our Gulf allies have requested swap lines" and seemed receptive to their use, said Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent. Axios · Apr 24
How Did David Scott Die? Cause of Death, Advocacy and The Remarkable Life Of a Georgia Congressman David Scott, the veteran Georgia congressman and former House Agriculture Committee chair, has died at 80 after more than two decades in Washington. International Business Times UK · Apr 23
EU agrees fresh sanctions on Russia but leaves maritime services ban on hold Due to Greece and Malta's concerns, the full ban on maritime services will be left on hold pending an agreement at the G7 level. The US, however, is going in the opposite direction by providing sanctions relief to Russia. Euronews · Apr 23
Erdogan says Iran war ‘starting to weaken Europe’ – as it happened This blog is now closed The Guardian - AU · Apr 22
EU optimistic about ending Hungary's veto on €90 billion loan for Ukraine Brussels is ready to move on with the €90 billion loan for Ukraine as soon as Hungary removes its controversial veto. The resolution could also pave the way for the adoption of a new package of sanctions against Russia. Euronews · Apr 21
Donald Trump Was 'Out Cold', Seen With Eyes Shut During His Own Campaign Roundtable Donald Trump appeared to nod off during a live broadcast in Las Vegas, sparking speculation about his health. The event was meant to promote his tax-free tips policy. International Business Times UK · Apr 21
US Labour Secretary Chavez-DeRemer quits amid misconduct probe Us labour secretary Lori Chavez-DeRemer quits Trump cabinet amid misconduct probes, including alleged affair with a subordinate and misuse of staff. Euronews · Apr 21
Scott Bessent's Tax Withholding Hack For Bigger Paychecks Could Backfire — Experts Warn Of Costly Mistakes US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent advises Americans to update withholdings for 2026 to receive bigger paychecks, but experts warn against hasty changes, highlighting penalties. International Business Times UK · Apr 20
White House Official Reveals Strategy Behind Trump's Bizarre Posts, Says 'He Came Up With the Idea Himself' Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent called Trump's controversial social media posts 'part of his personal strategy' as backlash mounts from allies. International Business Times UK · Apr 19
‘It’s a twilight zone’: Iran war casts deep shadows over IMF gathering in Washington Rachel Reeves joins global finance chiefs in highlighting how households and businesses are feeling the pain of higher energy prices The Guardian - UK · Apr 18
US again lifts sanctions on Russian oil stranded at sea two days after Trump’s treasury secretary promised not to It prolongs a similar 30-day waiver issued in March The Independent UK · Apr 18
Scoop: Bessent and Wiles met Anthropic's Amodei in sign of thaw "Every department other than War wants to use Anthropic." Axios · Apr 17
Trump Bank Citizenship Plan Could Hit 21.3 Million Americans Lacking Proof Papers and More than 69 Million Women The Trump administration's proposed banking order is beginning to look less like a narrow immigration measure and more like a sweeping paperwork test for millions of Americans, especially women whose legal names no longer match the names on their birth certificates. Latin Times · Apr 17
We Got This Covered · Apr 17 ‘In their heart of hearts, they feel good’: Scott Bessent dismisses your misery, explains you’re actually really happy, you just don’t know it Feeling unhappy? Good news, you're not!
The Independent UK · Apr 17 Ukraine-Russia war latest: Ukrainian police chief resigns after officers ‘disgracefully’ flee Kyiv shooting Eight people, including a 12-year-old child, remain hospitalised in Kyiv after shooting that killed six
The Independent UK · Apr 17 Billionaire Trump hasn’t heard of a ‘corner store’ and laments poorer people ‘don’t think in terms of deductions’ at tax event The president shared a variety of bizarre economic views and admitted he makes financial markets nervous during an event in Las Vegas to promote his tax agenda
International Business Times UK · Apr 16 Karoline Leavitt Claimed Gas Prices Are Down Under Trump While Americans Are Paying Nearly a Dollar More at the Pump Karoline Leavitt's claim of falling gas prices is contradicted by AAA data showing a rise since Operation Epic Fury began, as Treasury Secretary Bessent defends the administration.
Euronews · Apr 16 Orbán's defeat and US shift raise hopes to unblock EU sanctions on Russia After Viktor Orbán's defeat at the polls and Washington's decision to phase out waivers for Russian oil, hopes are rising in Brussels that a package of sanctions against Moscow will finally be unlocked.
The Independent UK · Apr 16 Before posting Jesus meme, Trump consulted his ‘agent of chaos’: report Bill Pulte, director of the Federal Housing Finance Agency, allegedly influenced the president’s decision to post the AI image, not the first time the offical has been accusing of stoking controversy
International Business Times UK · Apr 16 Gas Prices May Not Hit $3 Until September, Treasury Chief Bessent Warns He's 'Watching' Gas Stations Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent says $3 gas could arrive between June and September, warning the Trump administration plans to monitor gas stations. Stay updated on energy costs and petrol prices.
Evening Standard · Apr 15 Chancellor cuts bills for thousands more firms as she continues Washington talks Rachel Reeves has stepped up criticism of US-Israeli military action in Iran.
The Independent UK · Apr 15 Rachel Reeves slashes bills for thousands of businesses as Iran war sparks rising costs Rachel Reeves has recently stepped up criticism of US-Israeli military action in Iran
The Times of India · Apr 15 White House denies US sought truce extension, says new talks may happen in Pakistan The White House denied formally requesting a ceasefire extension with Iran, despite ongoing diplomatic engagements. While cautiously optimistic about a deal, the US has made its "red lines" clear. Meanwhile, Pakistan's army chief visited Tehran with a potential new framework for talks, following previous negotiations that stalled over key issues…
The Independent UK · Apr 15 ‘Straits of Vermouth’: Democrats roast two Trump cabinet members with one Iran war post after Bessent’s press briefing botch Democrats’ social media team pounces on Treasury Secretary’s beverage gaffe to reference Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth’s alleged history of problem drinking