Trump did not give a timeline for trip, which would make him the first US president to visit the country since 1997.


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Trump did not give a timeline for trip, which would make him the first US president to visit the country since 1997.

Trump’s policies on tariffs, foreign aid and immigration have outsized impact as African Union leaders seek ‘balance’.

As US actions fuel a humanitarian crisis in Cuba, is US President Trump seeking a deal, or to topple the government?

Loved ones say they were ‘stonewalled’ by immigration agents as Leqaa Kordia rushed to hospital from detention centre.

Tom Malinowski faced onslaught of AIPAC attack ads, paving the way for a candidate more critical of US-Israel policy.
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Sheinbaum says she is still negotiating with US after Trump threatens tariffs on countries that ship oil to Havana.

Analysts say Trump’s unclear strategy risks derailing US-Iran talks amid military posturing and protests across Iran.

Critics claim AIPAC spending aims to intimidate candidates questioning unconditional US support for Israeli policies.

Tom Homan cites increased cooperation with local authorities but promises enforcement operations will continue.

These are the updates for Tuesday, February 3, 2026, as Donald Trump discusses drug trafficking with Gustavo Petro.
