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Fox News poll shows Trump approval at 39%, 61% disapprove

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WASHINGTON: US President Donald Trump’s job approval rating stands at 39%, while 61% of registered voters disapprove of his performance, according to a new Fox News national poll.

The survey found that 60% of voters believe the decision to launch U.S. military action against Iran was wrong, compared with 37% who said it was the right decision. The share opposing the action has risen from 58% in June.

About 70% of voters said the Trump administration does not have a clear strategy for ending the war with Iran. That view was shared by 95% of Democrats, 83% of independents and 43% of Republicans, according to the poll.

The survey also found that 47% of voters believe the conflict will make the United States less safe in the long term, while 32% said it would make the country safer and 20% expected little change.

Trump’s ratings varied across policy areas. His overall rating on foreign policy was negative, while economic concerns remained a major issue for voters.

A separate Fox News poll found that the cost of living and inflation were among the leading concerns, with 61% describing gasoline prices as a major problem and 62% saying the same about grocery prices.

The latest findings come as the U.S.-Iran conflict enters its seventh month. Reuters reported on Sept. 18 that the prolonged conflict has contributed to military strain, higher energy prices and political pressure on the Trump administration.

Trump, Melania extend Eid-ul-Fitr greetings to American Muslims

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Washington, D.C.: U.S. President Donald Trump and First Lady Melania Trump have extended warm Eid-ul-Fitr greetings to Muslims across the United States.

In a statement, President Trump described Eid-ul-Fitr as a joyous occasion that brings Muslim communities together.

He said the festival symbolizes family values, social harmony, and religious unity, while also reflecting the fundamental American principle of religious freedom.

The president conveyed heartfelt wishes to all those celebrating, expressing hope for a blessed and joyous Eid.

Pentagon briefs Trump on potential military options against Iran

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Washington: The Pentagon has provided President Donald Trump with a briefing regarding potential military action against Iran, according to US media reports.

Two defense officials, speaking on condition of anonymity, said that airpower and long-range missiles remain central to any potential military response against Iran.

The report noted that Pentagon planners also presented cyberoperation options and psychological campaigns to the president, aimed at disrupting Iranian command structures, communications, and state-controlled media.

US officials indicated that a combination of cyber operations, psychological tactics, and conventional military force could be considered as a single integrated option.

Both officials emphasized that no final decision on military action has been made, and diplomatic channels remain open.

Trump insists Nobel winner recognized his role in promoting global peace

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WASHINGTON: U.S. President Donald Trump said on Friday that Nobel Prize winner Maria Corina Machado called him and said she accepted the prize in his honor, after the White House said earlier in the day that the Nobel Committee had chosen “politics over peace.”

The White House had criticized the Nobel Committee’s decision to grant the peace prize to the Venezuelan opposition leader instead of Trump, who aggressively lobbied for the award and touted his role in brokering international ceasefire deals.

The Norwegian Nobel Committee announced  that Machado had been selected for the 2025 Nobel Peace Prize in recognition of her efforts to promote democracy and freedom in Venezuela.

During a White House press conference, when asked about the award, Trump said:

“The person who won the Nobel Peace Prize called me and said, ‘I’m dedicating this to you — you were the one who truly deserved it.’”

Trump has often asserted that his administration’s diplomatic achievements, particularly in the Middle East, made him more deserving of the prestigious peace award.

US President Donald Trump said he respects the Nobel Committee’s decision to award the Nobel Peace Prize to Venezuelan opposition leader Maria Corina Machado, adding that he never sought the award for himself.

“I respect the committee’s decision. I never said the Nobel Prize should be given to me,” Trump told reporters. “But I’m proud that during my tenure, I helped prevent eight potential wars — including between Pakistan and India — and saved billions of lives.”

Meanwhile, Maria Corina Machado said she was dedicating the award to the people of Venezuela who have endured years of suffering, as well as to President Trump for his “decisive support” of their cause for democracy and freedom.