Trump names Sergio Gor as next US ambassador to India: Calls him key aide; senate confirmation awaited
Friday, 22 August 2025 () Donald Trump announced Sergio Gor, the current director of the White House Presidential personnel office, as the next US ambassador to India and Special Envoy for South and Central Asian Affairs. Trump praised Gor as a trusted friend and someone capable of delivering on his agenda. Gor's confirmation by the Senate is pending, after which he will succeed Eric Garcetti.
Russia escalated tensions ahead of a key Trump–Zelensky–Putin tri-meeting by launching a deadly strike on U.S.-owned Flex Ltd. in Ukraine. The attack used a mix of drones, cruise missiles, and advanced Kinzhal hypersonics, overwhelming Ukrainian air defenses. At least 15 were injured as missiles...
The FBI has raided the Maryland home of former Trump National Security Adviser John Bolton as part of a classified documents investigation. Ordered by FBI Director Kash Patel, the raid comes days after..
Russia launched a deadly overnight strike on U.S.-owned Flex Ltd in Ukraine, using drones, cruise missiles, and Kinzhal hypersonic weapons. The attack, which left at least 15 people injured, coincided..
Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov strongly criticized U.S. pressure on India over its oil trade with Moscow, backing New Delhi’s stance during high-level talks with S. Jaishankar. Hours after..