Rubio Defends Russian G20 Presence Despite Criticism From Allies

Secretary of State Marco Rubio defended the US decision to include Russia in this year’s Group of 20 meetings after criticism from the European Union and other allies, calling dialogue the only way to end the war in Ukraine.

from mint - politics Secretary of State Marco Rubio defended the US decision to include Russia in this year’s Group of 20 meetings after criticism from the European Union and other allies, calling dialogue the only way to end the war in Ukraine.

‘Runaway’ Tax-Slashing Strategy Honed by AQR Draws Senator’s Ire

US Senator Ron Wyden called on senior Trump administration officials to halt the “exponential growth” of some tax-slashing investment strategies popularized by the world’s largest hedge fund, AQR Capital Management.

from mint - politics US Senator Ron Wyden called on senior Trump administration officials to halt the “exponential growth” of some tax-slashing investment strategies popularized by the world’s largest hedge fund, AQR Capital Management.

US Wins Over 23 More Countries in UN Vote Against Cuba Embargo

The United Nations General Assembly again called for the end of the US embargo on Cuba in a symbolic vote, but the number of countries opposing the motion was the most ever after a push by President Donald Trump’s administration to curb support.

from mint - politics The United Nations General Assembly again called for the end of the US embargo on Cuba in a symbolic vote, but the number of countries opposing the motion was the most ever after a push by President Donald Trump’s administration to curb support.

Iran’s Khamenei Reiterates Conditions for Ending War With US

Iran’s Supreme Leader reiterated his country’s conditions for ending the war with the US, amid a regional diplomatic push to avert a fresh round of fighting in the Persian Gulf.

from mint - politics Iran’s Supreme Leader reiterated his country’s conditions for ending the war with the US, amid a regional diplomatic push to avert a fresh round of fighting in the Persian Gulf.

New York City Bans Horse-Drawn Carriages After Decade-Long Battle

New York’s City Council voted to ban horse-drawn carriages, ending a Central Park tourist staple dating to the 19th century after years of debate over the horses’ place on city streets.

from mint - politics New York’s City Council voted to ban horse-drawn carriages, ending a Central Park tourist staple dating to the 19th century after years of debate over the horses’ place on city streets.

Quebec Separatist Government Picks Marceau as Finance Minister

The newly elected separatist government in Quebec appointed economist Nicolas Marceau as its finance minister on Wednesday.

from mint - politics The newly elected separatist government in Quebec appointed economist Nicolas Marceau as its finance minister on Wednesday.

Why Everyone Wants to Meet With Kim Jong Un

Kim Jong Un might be the world’s most in-demand leader. US President Donald Trump wants to meet him during a visit to Asia next month. So, too, does South Korean President Lee Jae Myung and Japan’s Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi. He stood shoulder-to-shoulder with Xi Jinping and Vladimir Putin at a giant military parade in Beijing last year, and has an outstanding invitation to visit Russia.

from mint - politics Kim Jong Un might be the world’s most in-demand leader. US President Donald Trump wants to meet him during a visit to Asia next month. So, too, does South Korean President Lee Jae Myung and Japan’s Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi. He stood shoulder-to-shoulder with Xi Jinping and Vladimir Putin at a giant military parade in Beijing last year, and has an outstanding invitation to visit Russia.

Trump Open to Putin, Xi Summit But Would Focus on Nuclear Arms

President Donald Trump said he would be willing to meet with Russian President Vladimir Putin and Chinese President Xi Jinping but indicated his focus would be on denuclearization efforts rather than ending the war in Ukraine.

from mint - politics President Donald Trump said he would be willing to meet with Russian President Vladimir Putin and Chinese President Xi Jinping but indicated his focus would be on denuclearization efforts rather than ending the war in Ukraine.

Japan PM Takaichi’s Public Support Slips After Cabinet Scandal

Public support for Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi slipped after a member of her cabinet resigned over a scandal, opinion polls show, but her approval ratings remain relatively strong compared to other recent premiers after a year in office.

from mint - politics Public support for Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi slipped after a member of her cabinet resigned over a scandal, opinion polls show, but her approval ratings remain relatively strong compared to other recent premiers after a year in office.

Albania Protesters Clash With Police as Premier Faces Pressure

Albanian police clashed with hundreds of protesters in the capital, using tear gas and water cannons to disperse crowds demanding Prime Minister Edi Rama’s resignation for a fifth consecutive day.

from mint - politics Albanian police clashed with hundreds of protesters in the capital, using tear gas and water cannons to disperse crowds demanding Prime Minister Edi Rama’s resignation for a fifth consecutive day.

Carney Rallies Remain Vote in Alberta as Crucial Referendum Nears

Prime Minister Mark Carney urged voters in Alberta to reject separatism in a referendum next week, saying it’s important for Canada to display unity and push back against those who want to see the country break apart.

from mint - politics Prime Minister Mark Carney urged voters in Alberta to reject separatism in a referendum next week, saying it’s important for Canada to display unity and push back against those who want to see the country break apart.

Yemen Government Says Houthis Strike Presidential Palace in Aden

Yemen’s Houthis hit the internationally-recognized government’s presidential palace in the southern part of the country, the latest escalation in the Iran-backed militia’s attacks on Saudi Arabia and Yemeni forces supported by the kingdom.

from mint - politics Yemen’s Houthis hit the internationally-recognized government’s presidential palace in the southern part of the country, the latest escalation in the Iran-backed militia’s attacks on Saudi Arabia and Yemeni forces supported by the kingdom.

Kim Tests Submarine-Launched Missiles After Trump Floats Meeting

North Korea said it tested submarine-launched strategic cruise missiles, as Pyongyang flexes its military muscle following Donald Trump’s fresh overtures for a meeting with Kim Jong Un.

from mint - politics North Korea said it tested submarine-launched strategic cruise missiles, as Pyongyang flexes its military muscle following Donald Trump’s fresh overtures for a meeting with Kim Jong Un.

Trump Renews Battle to Upend US Offshore Wind-Farm Developments

The Trump administration wants to re-evaluate a key permit for wind farm off the Rhode Island coast, part of a broader campaign against the clean-energy sector.

from mint - politics The Trump administration wants to re-evaluate a key permit for wind farm off the Rhode Island coast, part of a broader campaign against the clean-energy sector.

Day after mammoth protest against Gyanesh Kumar, Rahul Gandhi to host INDIA bloc MPs, student leaders for tea today

The Congress-led Opposition's protests are against the SIR exercise and demand for the resignation of Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar over alleged irregularities in the voters' roll revision.

from mint - politics The Congress-led Opposition's protests are against the SIR exercise and demand for the resignation of Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar over alleged irregularities in the voters' roll revision.

Maduro Faces New Charge of Torturing US Citizens in Custody

Former Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro and his wife face a new criminal charge that they are responsible for the alleged torture of US citizens detained in the South American country.

from mint - politics Former Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro and his wife face a new criminal charge that they are responsible for the alleged torture of US citizens detained in the South American country.

UK PM Andy Burnham says it's clear Russia interfered in 2016 Brexit referendum, warns of similar activities in France

In his interview, due to be released today, Burnham said he had discussed the problem of Russian interference with Chancellor Friedrich Merz during his visit to Germany earlier this week.

from mint - politics In his interview, due to be released today, Burnham said he had discussed the problem of Russian interference with Chancellor Friedrich Merz during his visit to Germany earlier this week.

Mamdani Says New York Will Investigate ICE Shooting in the City

New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani said that the city would investigate the Immigration and Customs Enforcement shooting that left a man wounded on Thursday.

from mint - politics New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani said that the city would investigate the Immigration and Customs Enforcement shooting that left a man wounded on Thursday.

UP Election 2027: Yogi Adityanath vs Akhilesh Yadav in Ayodhya? CM accepts SP chief's dare - ‘File your nomination'

UP Election 2027: Adityanath currently represents the Gorakhpur Urban assembly constituency. Akhilesh Yadav, the former UP CM, is Member of Parliament (MP) for Kannauj Lok Sabha seat in Uttar Pradesh.

from mint - politics UP Election 2027: Adityanath currently represents the Gorakhpur Urban assembly constituency. Akhilesh Yadav, the former UP CM, is Member of Parliament (MP) for Kannauj Lok Sabha seat in Uttar Pradesh.

DOJ Probes TV Networks Over White House Coverage Decisions

The Justice Department said it is investigating five television networks that stopped providing pooled coverage of President Donald Trump’s appearances after the White House barred several news organizations from access.

from mint - politics The Justice Department said it is investigating five television networks that stopped providing pooled coverage of President Donald Trump’s appearances after the White House barred several news organizations from access.