The White House embraced the "Daddy" nickname given to President Trump by Nato Secretary General Mark Rutte. The nickname emerged after Trump's comparison of Iran and Israel to fighting schoolchildren, prompting Rutte's playful remark. Trump acknowledged the nickname affectionately, while Rutte's efforts to engage Trump during the Nato summit earned him the title of "Trump Whisperer."
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The Press Information Bureau (PIB) has refuted social media rumors alleging that the United States utilized Indian airspace for airstrikes against Iran during a purported "Operation Midnight Hammer." PIB clarified that these claims are false, emphasizing that Indian airspace was not used by the US in any such operation.
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Donald Trump seemingly endorsed regime change in Iran, questioning why it wouldn't occur if the current regime fails to improve the nation. This contrasts with his administration's earlier statements, where officials like JD Vance, Marco Rubio, and Pete Hegseth asserted that the recent US air strikes on Iranian nuclear sites were not aimed at toppling the government.
Amitabh Kant, a retired IAS officer, concludes his 45-year public service career, stepping down as India's G20 Sherpa. He expressed gratitude to the Prime Minister for the opportunity to contribute to India's development through initiatives like Make in India and Startup India. Kant now aims to support India's progress by working with startups and academic institutions.
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