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Trump Says U.S. Has Sold Over $13 Billion From Venezuelan Oil: "We've Paid For That War Many Times Over"

President Donald Trump said Monday that the United States has sold more than $13 billion worth of Venezuelan oil so far this year following the capture of authoritarian President Nicolas Maduro.

International Business Times · Jul 28

'How and where to kill Melania Trump?': Iran's Tasnim News Agency releases chilling video targeting US First Lady, tells Barron Trump 'wait for us'

Melania Trump Iran news: An Iran-linked video released by Tasnim News Agency has drawn attention for featuring Melania Trump and Barron Trump, including a chilling message directed at the former first family. The video details "how and where" to kill first lady Melania Trump and comes ahead of Donald Trump's…

The Economic Times · Jul 28

Saudi money, Chinese weapons, American patronage: Can Pakistan balance all three?

Pakistan pursues a complex foreign policy balancing China and Saudi Arabia. It also seeks to rebuild ties with Donald Trump's administration. Islamabad attempts to mediate between Washington and Tehran during regional crises. This diplomatic outreach occurs despite significant domestic economic and security issues. Sustaining these ambitions depends on internal stability…

The Times of India · Jul 24

Nvidia slashes list of authorized customers in Asia in a bid to reduce AI chip smuggling, report claims — company sent field inspectors, called customers to check if business is genuine after pressure from Washington

The company culled its list of verified customers, cutting out more than half of its existing client list to reduce incidents of smuggling. Remaining clients have passed more stringent checks, including physical inspections of data centers and interviews with end users.

Tom’s Hardware · Jul 14

Mastercard explores sale of UK payments subsidiary Vocalink, FT reports

LONDON - ​Mastercard is exploring the sale of a majority ​stake in its UK ‌payments subsidiary Vocalink back to British banks as it responds to concerns about a critical asset being under US ownership, the Financial Times reported on Monday ​citing ⁠people briefed on the talks.

Bangkok Post · Jul 13

Tencent is reportedly in talks to acquire Manus from Meta, following Beijing intervention — company expects to remain independent of Chinese tech giant

Tencent is in talks with Manus and other investors to raise the $2 billion needed to buy back the startup from Meta. Beijing ordered the two companies to unwind the deal six months after the surprise announcement of its purchase.

Tom’s Hardware · Jul 10

Truce and fire: The ghost of Versailles haunts Trump. But is Iran overplaying its hand?

President Trump declared the June 17 ceasefire with Iran over, ordering fresh US strikes. Iran responded by targeting tankers in the Strait of Hormuz, escalating tensions. The conflict's tempo is now largely controlled by Iran's ability to disrupt oil shipments. Both sides face pressures, with neither in a decisive position…

The Times of India · Jul 10

Tesco 'considering sale of central and European operations'

TESCO is considering the sale of its central and eastern European operations, according to reports

The National (Scotland) · Jul 8

EU to delay new €20 pre-authorisation travel system after border queues

Sources say IT issues affecting new system and long EES border queues have delayed next rollout phase

The Independent UK · Jul 7

HSBC pulls back from risky credit after bankruptcy scare, FT reports

HSBC is reportedly scaling back its involvement in riskier private credit deals, according to the Financial Times. This strategic shift indicates a move towards a more cautious approach in the private credit market, signaling a potential change in the bank's lending appetite for more speculative investments.

The Economic Times · Jul 7