Morning news wrap: PM Modi emplanes for Jeddah, Harvard sues Trump admin, and more

2025 AFC Champions League Elite: Who will win Asian football’s biggest prize?

The final stages of the inaugural AFC Champions League Elite will be contested in Jeddah, with eight teams vying for the title of Asia’s best club.

Saudi F-15 Fighter Jets Escort PM Modi’s Plane in Historic 1st Visit to Jeddah in 40 Years | Welcome

In a groundbreaking moment for India-Saudi relations, Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s plane was escorted by Saudi F-15 fighter jets as it entered Saudi airspace on April 22, marking his first visit to Jeddah in 40 years. This historic gesture highlights the growing strategic partnership between the two nations in defense, trade, energy, and cultural exchanges. The two-day visit, upon the invitation of Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman, is expected to further strengthen the ties between India and Saudi Arabia. Watch to learn more about this historic event and the significance of PM Modi’s trip to the kingdom! #PMModi #SaudiArabia #F15Jets #ModiInSaudi #IndiaSaudiTies #HistoricVisit #MBS #DefenceRelations #JeddahVisit #IndiaDiplomacy #SaudiArabiaVisit

Harvard Strikes Back: Judge BLOCKS Trump’s BAN on Harvard’s Foreign Students | Govt LOST In Court?

A federal judge has temporarily blocked President Trump’s ban on Harvard’s international students, siding with the university's claims of illegal retaliation and violation of due process. Judge Allison Burroughs issued a restraining order, arguing the move could Strip Harvard of its global identity. The order targeted only Harvard, with the White House accusing it of links to foreign adversaries. As tensions rise, the courtroom becomes the battleground in a growing fight over academic freedom and immigration policy in post-Trump America. #HarvardVsTrump #Harvard #InternationalStudents #VisaBan #StudentRights #TrumpAdministration #CourtRuling #ImmigrationPolicy #AcademicFreedom #JudgeBurroughs #HigherEd #LegalBattle #BreakingNews #EducationPolicy #FederalCourt #USPolitics #StudentVisas #GlobalEducation #RetaliationClaims #TrumpVsHarvard #UniversityFreedom #HarvardJustice #DueProcess #TrumpBanBlocked #LegalRelief #JudicialOrder #CourtShowdown #HarvardWins #EducationRights #PoliticalBacklash ~ED.346~HT.408~

Trump’s Travel Ban BLOCKS Harvard’s Foreign Students, Trump Calls Campus Hotbed of Communist Spies

President Trump has signed an order restricting foreign student visas, directly targeting Harvard amid heightened tensions with elite U.S. universities. The White House accuses Harvard of harboring foreign nationals “who do not love our country,” citing alleged ties to China and involvement in antisemitic incidents. Harvard calls the move “illegal” and “retaliatory,” promising to defend its students and First Amendment rights in court. Critics say this is a politically motivated attack on a top American institution, intensifying the battle between the administration and academia. #Trump #Harvard #VisaBan #ForeignStudents #EducationPolicy #ChinaTies #USPolitics #TravelBan #StudentVisas #FirstAmendment #PoliticalAttack #HigherEducation #HarvardUniversity #USChinaRelations #ImmigrationPolicy #AcademicFreedom #WhiteHouse #FederalJudge #SEVP #AntiSemitism #UniversityBan #TrumpAdministration #EliteUniversities #ForeignStudentsBan #EducationNews #VisaRestrictions #PoliticalClash #HarvardFightBack #ImmigrationBan #StudentRights #CampusPolitics Also Read Trump Declares Columbus Day Will Remain Unchanged Amid Indigenous Peoples Day Recognition :: https://www.oneindia.com/international/trump-reinstates-columbus-day-amid-indigenous-peoples-day-debate-011-4136967.html?ref=DMDesc Trump Considers Temporary Exemption from Auto Tariffs to Aid Car Manufacturers Amid Economic Challenges :: https://www.oneindia.com/international/trump-considers-temporary-exemption-auto-tariffs-011-4124041.html?ref=DMDesc Trump Dismisses General Tim Haugh from National Security Agency Amidst Congressional Concerns :: https://www.oneindia.com/international/trump-fires-general-tim-haugh-national-security-agency-011-4115013.html?ref=DMDesc ~HT.410~GR.124~ED.103~

'We’re Not Funding Your Garbage': JD Vance Launches Chilling Attack on Harvard’s ‘Racist’ Policies

US Vice President JD Vance unleashed a blistering attack on Harvard University, accusing it of implementing “explicitly racist” policies that shut out America’s brightest scientific minds. Speaking at the American Compass Gala in Washington, Vance warned elite institutions that the Trump administration will cut off federal funding unless they reform. Calling Harvard's practices a violation of the Civil Rights Act, Vance declared, “We’re not going to fund your garbage.” #TrumpVsHarvard #HarvardFundingFreeze #JDVance #TrumpAdministration #HarvardControversy #DefundHarvard #EliteUniversities #CivilRightsDebate #TrumpSpeech #UniversityReform #TrumpLive #HarvardUnderFire #HigherEdCrisis #PoliticalShowdown #EducationReformNow Also Read Trump Doubles Steel, Aluminium Tariffs To 50%, Excludes UK: "Vital For America's 'National Security'" :: https://www.oneindia.com/international/trump-doubles-steel-aluminium-tariffs-to-50-excludes-uk-vital-for-americas-national-security-4171703.html?ref=DMDesc Rahul Gandhi Targets PM Modi, Says Prime Minister Surrendered After Donald Trump's 'Ceasefire' Call :: https://www.oneindia.com/india/rahul-gandhi-targets-pm-modi-says-prime-minister-surrendered-after-donald-trumps-ceasefire-call-4171423.html?ref=DMDesc India-US Trade Deal Likely Soon, Says Trump Aide: 'Not Too Distant Future Because...' :: https://www.oneindia.com/international/india-us-trade-deal-likely-soon-says-trump-aide-not-too-distant-future-because-4170765.html?ref=DMDesc

U.S. DEFENDS Israel Over Gaza Aid Shooting That Killed 27 | Leavitt Blasts BBC's ‘FAKE’ Rafah Report

During a press briefing, White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt criticized the BBC for its reporting on an alleged Israeli tank strike near an aid center in Rafah. Leavitt accused the outlet of relying too heavily on Hamas claims and pointed to several changing headlines as evidence of misinformation. The administration says it is verifying facts independently, suggesting the BBC prematurely blamed Israel. The clash reignites debates over media credibility, Middle East coverage, and the challenge of reporting from conflict zones. #WhiteHouse #KarolineLeavitt #BBCNews #Rafah #GazaCrisis #MediaBias #Israel #Hamas #MiddleEast #PressBriefing #FakeNews #IsraelGaza #AidIncident #ConflictReporting #USPolitics #MediaWatch #HeadlineControversy #BBCvsWhiteHouse #GazaStrip #NewsEthics #Misinformation #InternationalNews #BreakingNews #BBCBacklash #IsraelPalestine #WarCoverage #PressFreedom #FactCheck #JournalismEthics #MediaAccountability Also Read Harvard Not To Receive New Grants Until It Meets White House Demands: Trump Administration :: https://www.oneindia.com/international/harvard-to-not-receive-new-grants-until-it-meets-white-house-demands-trump-administration-4144481.html?ref=DMDesc White House Slammed For 'Dehumanising' Deportation Video Set To Pop Anthem: 'Na Na Na Na, Na Na Na Na' :: https://www.oneindia.com/international/white-house-slammed-for-dehumanising-deportation-video-set-to-pop-anthem-na-na-na-na-na-na-na-n-4116107.html?ref=DMDesc Historic Southern Magnolia Tree to Be Removed from the White House Grounds Over Safety Concerns :: https://www.oneindia.com/international/historic-tree-removal-white-house-safety-concerns-011-4109883.html?ref=DMDesc ~HT.318~ED.346~GR.122~

Harvard President Roasts Trump in Graduation Speech After Trump's BIG Attack on Foreign Students

Harvard University President Alan Garber took a pointed jab at Donald Trump during his commencement address to the Class of 2025, winning a standing ovation after praising students “from around the world.” The remark came just days after the Trump administration attempted to revoke Harvard’s certification to admit international students and canceled $100 million in federal contracts. Garber’s subtle but sharp dig underscored Harvard’s defiance amid growing political hostility and reaffirmed the university’s commitment to global inclusion and academic freedom. #HarvardVsTrump #TrumpHarvardClash #HarvardCommencement #TrumpAttacksHarvard #HarvardPresident #InternationalStudents #HarvardNews #TrumpEducationPolicy #AcademicFreedom #HarvardSpeech #TrumpVsAcademia #GlobalEducation #HarvardStandsTall #TrumpImmigration #HigherEdCrisis Also Read Harvard Granted One Month Extension In Trump Dispute Over International Student Ban: Reports :: https://www.oneindia.com/international/harvard-granted-one-month-extension-in-trump-dispute-over-international-student-ban-reports-4167515.html?ref=DMDesc Trump Issues Threat To Harvard One Again, Vows 'Victory' Against World-Renowned Varsity :: https://www.oneindia.com/international/trump-issues-threat-to-harvard-one-again-vows-victory-against-world-renowned-varsity-4164673.html?ref=DMDesc Trump Administration Sued by Harvard Over International Student Restrictions :: https://www.oneindia.com/international/trump-administration-sued-by-harvard-over-international-student-restrictions-4161867.html?ref=DMDesc ~HT.318~ED.102~PR.152~GR.125~

'Trump under pressure from Israel to make a more qualified entry into war with Iran'

Iran’s Supreme Leader Fires Back at Trump’s Threat — Responds with More Ballistic Missiles on Israel

Tensions in the Middle East have exploded into full-scale war. Just hours after U.S. President Donald Trump threatened Iran’s Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei — claiming the U.S. knew his exact location — Khamenei issued a chilling response: “We will show the Zionists no mercy.” #IranIsraelWar #Khamenei #DonaldTrump #MiddleEastConflict #BallisticMissiles #IsraelUnderAttack #BreakingNews #WorldWar3 #Geopolitics #IDF #IranMissileStrike #AyatollahKhamenei #TrumpThreat #IsraelIranTensions #NoMercy Also Read Iran Fires Hypersonic Missile At Israel As Trump Mulls Joining Strikes; Explosions Rock Tel Aviv, Tehran :: https://www.oneindia.com/international/iran-fires-hypersonic-missile-at-israel-as-trump-mulls-joining-strikes-explosions-rock-tel-aviv-te-4184701.html?ref=DMDesc Iran-Israel Conflict: What Gets Costlier And How It Might Affect Common Man In India :: https://www.oneindia.com/india/iran-israel-war-pinches-pockets-in-india-what-gets-costlier-and-how-it-affects-you-011-4183677.html?ref=DMDesc Israeli Missile Hit Iran's TV Studio During Live Bulletin; Video Goes Viral :: https://www.oneindia.com/international/israeli-missile-hit-irans-tv-studio-during-live-bulletin-video-goes-viral-4183489.html?ref=DMDesc ~HT.318~PR.274~ED.346~GR.125~

G7 leaders fail to reach major agreements on key global issues after Trump's early departure

G7 leaders fail to reach major agreements on key global issues after Trump's early departure The summit concluded with a broadly worded statement in which leaders of the G7 unanimously agreed that Iran cannot be allowed to obtain a nuclear weapon and called for de-escalation in the Middle East. READ MORE : http://www.euronews.com/2025/06/18/g7-leaders-fail-to-reach-major-agreements-on-key-global-issues-after-trumps-early-departur Subscribe to our channel. Euronews is available on Dailymotion in 12 languages