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Hindustan Times
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- Hindustan Times
'US totally prepared': Donald Trump orders nuclear submarines moved after Russian statements
US President Donald Trump on Friday said the United States is 'totally prepared' to respond to nuclear threats, following what he called 'highly provocative statements' from former Russian President Dmitry Medvedev. US President Donald Trump(AFP) In a pointed warning, Donald Trump said he had ordered the repositioning of two US nuclear submarines 'in the appropriate regions' as a precautionary measure. Donald Trump's remarks came hours after Medvedev, now deputy chairman of Russia's Security Council, warned that recent Washington's '50 days or 10' ultimatums could escalate into a direct conflict between the two nuclear powers. Talking to reporters later in the evening as Trump departed the White House for a weekend at his New Jersey estate, he said, 'When you talk about nuclear, we have to be prepared… And we're totally prepared.' He was responding to questions on where exactly he had ordered the positioning of the said nuclear subs, when he added, 'I do that on the basis of safety for our people… We're gonna protect our people,' the Associated Press reported. He did not clarify where the submarines were being moved. Earlier in the day, the Republican President said, 'Based on the highly provocative statements from Medvedev, I have ordered two Nuclear Submarines to be positioned in the appropriate regions, just in case these foolish and inflammatory statements are more than just that.' Trump emphasized the gravity of such rhetoric, adding, 'Words are very important, and can often lead to unintended consequences, I hope this will not be one of those instances.' US-Russia tensions escalate over Ukraine The sharp exchange comes as Washington continues to push for a ceasefire in Russia's war on Ukraine. Trump has sent special envoy Steve Witkoff to Moscow and warned that new economic sanctions will be imposed unless there is progress within a newly shortened 10-day deadline—down from the earlier 50-day window. That period expires next week. The latest flare-up began earlier in the week after Medvedev mocked Trump's ultimatum strategy in a social media post: 'Trump's playing the ultimatum game with Russia: 50 days or 10,' he wrote. 'He should remember 2 things: 1. Russia isn't Israel or even Iran. 2. Each new ultimatum is a threat and a step towards war. Not between Russia and Ukraine, but with his own country,' Medvedev added. Trump hit back early Thursday, calling Medvedev a 'failed former President of Russia' and advising him to 'watch his words.' Medvedev later replied, 'Russia is right on everything and will continue to go its own way.'
Time of India
3 hours ago
- Time of India
Trump suspends UCLA grants after rights probe
The federal govt is suspending certain research funding to the University of California at Los Angeles, citing concerns about antisemitism and bias on campus, according UCLA chancellor Julio Frenk. In a message to students and staff, Frenk said the freeze could affect hundreds of grants from agencies including the National Science Foundation and the National Institutes of Health. He called the decision a blow to researchers and the broader public who benefit from their work in areas such as medical innovation and space exploration. "This far-reaching penalty of de-funding life-saving research does nothing to address any alleged discrimination," Frenk said in the message on Thursday. The Los Angeles Times reported that the suspended grants are worth roughly $200 million. The funding freeze follows a federal investigation that found UCLA violated federal civil rights laws by failing to address antisemitic harassment on campus. This week, the department of justice's civil rights division said the university acted with "deliberate indifference" to reports of abuse targeting Jewish and Israeli students since the Oct. 7, 2023, Hamas attack on Israel and the ensuing conflict. The department cited UCLA for failing to meet its legal obligations under the 14th Amendment's Equal Protection Clause and Title VI of the Civil Rights Act. Frenk said the university has contingency plans in place to protect students, faculty and staff.
News18
3 hours ago
- News18
Middle East: Arab Nations Issue Shocking Ultimatum to Hamas
In a bold and unprecedented move, the Arab League has formally called for Hamas to disarm, signaling a major turning point in regional politics. The call—backed by influential members like Egypt, Saudi Arabia, Jordan, and the UAE—marks the first time Arab nations have united to publicly pressure Hamas to relinquish its weapons and pursue a political tell CNN that this move is driven by mounting concerns over prolonged instability in Gaza and the risk of wider regional conflict. The League's joint statement emphasizes humanitarian concerns, Palestinian unity, and a clear pivot toward diplomacy over militancy. Mobile App -
