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Trump demands release of unredacted affidavit, even as Ingraham says America may be done with him
Trump demanded release of the full unredacted affidavit underlying the FBI raid on his Florida residence. Laura Ingraham said it could be time to start looking for someone who has Trump's politics, but not the baggage, should he decide to run again in 2024. "The country, I think, is so exhausted," she told podcaster Lisa Boothe of The Hill. "They're so exhausted by the battle, the constant battle, that they may believe that, well, maybe it's time to turn the page if we can get someone who has all Trump's policies, who's not Trump," Ingraham said.
Russia's defence ministry signs deals for Sarmat ballistic missiles, S-500
The contract on the production and delivery of Sarmat missiles was signed by Deputy Defence Minister Alexei Krivoruchko and CEO of the Makeyev State Rocket Center Vladimir Degtyar at the Army 2022 international military-technical forum, Xinhua news agency reported, citing the TASS news agency. The deal for the supply of the latest S-500 air defence system was signed by Krivoruchko and Almaz-Antey Deputy CEO.
Biden on a roll, signs 'landmark' law to tackle climate, lower drug prices
Biden's popularity remains low at 38 per cent, according to Gallup. It's the lowest for any US president at this stage of the second year of their term going back to 1954; even former President Donald Trump was more popular at this stage, with 40 per cent. But Democrats are hoping for these recent legislative victories to give them the momentum they need for the upcoming midterm elections.
Shehbaz Sharif says Pakistan can mediate to bring together US, China
In an interview with Newsweek, published on Monday, the prime minister said: "If China and the US so desire, Pakistan would be happy to play a positive role to bridge their differences, as we had done in the past." The interview revolved around national, regional and global issues and focused in particular on the role Pakistan could play in "preventing the world from sliding into an ever deeper set of crises", as put by the publication.
Ukraine targeted operation of Russian nuclear site: Moscow
The plant is located in Kursk Region, which borders eastern Ukraine, RT reported. The blasts, which occurred on August 4, 9 and 12, "led to the disruption of the functioning of the nuclear power plant", the FSB said. The FSB added that a terrorism investigation has been launched and that a search for the culprits is underway. Security at nuclear sites in Russia has been boosted, RT reported.
Zardari, Nawaz Sharif disown petrol price hike in Pakistan
In separate statements, both the key political leaders criticised the government for increasing the prices which were hiked on Monday despite a massive appreciation in rupee value and a decline in international oil prices, The News reported. Expressing concern over the development, former president Asif Ali Zardari said the PPP is a part of the government and supports it, but there must be consultations on such decisions.
Controversial Chinese ship docks in Sri Lanka despite concerns
Port workers gave an enthusiastic welcome to the Yuan Wang 5, waving Sri Lankan and Chinese flags, while the ship, which will remain docked till August 22, displayed a large banner reading, "Hello Sri Lanka", reports CNN. However, the ship's arrival appears to have aggravated tensions between New Delhi and Beijing, who have both spent billions of dollars on development and deals with Sri Lanka, an island of 22 million people that sits on a key trading route.
As Pakistan turns 75, Shehbaz cites flaws in economic model
In his latest blog written for The Economist, he added that the nation was widely thought ready to "become the next Asian tiger", reports Geo News. However, in 2022, Pakistan found itself mired in its latest economic crisis. "Pakistan today is one of the most consumption-oriented economies in the world, with consumption accounting for more than 90 per cent of our GDP (gross domestic product). By contrast, we only invest 15 per cent of our output and export just 10 per cent. Annual inflows of foreign direct investment are less than 1 per cent of the GDP," he wrote.
Lt-Gen Sahir Shamshad Mirza seen as frontrunner for next Pak Army chief
A senior Pakistan Muslim League-Nawaz (PML-N) leader hinted in background discussions that Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif could initiate discussions on the appointment by the end of August, and pos s ibly take a decision by mid-September, Dawn news reported. In the current cohort, Lt-Gen Sahir Shamshad Mirza is senior-most amongst the four candidates belonging to the same batch. A military source, while commenting on his profile, said he was the clear frontrunner for either of the two posts of COAS and CJCSC, Dawn reported.
Controversial Chinese ship arrives in Sri Lanka
The hi-tech vessel, Yuan Wang 5, which was to arrive originally on August 11 was delayed following concerns raised by India, the US and other countries. But on August 13, it was cleared by the Sri Lankan government after Beijing raising strong objections. China charged that India, Sri Lanka's closest neighbour which has helped the country in the wake of the ongoing economic crisis by providing nearly $4 billion in financial support, was responsible for stopping the arrival of the vessel.
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