TEMPO.CO, Jakarta - Tempo English compiled the top 3 news on Tuesday, July 22, 2025. Here are the highlights: Trump Threatens New Strikes on Iran's Nuclear Facilities; Details on Indonesia's Boeing Aircraft Purchase from the U.S.; and Prabowo Surprised by Cynicism Toward Tariff Deal with Trump.
The following is the list of the top 3 news on Tempo English today:
1. Trump Threatens New Strikes on Iran's Nuclear Facilities
U.S. President Donald Trump warned that Washington could strike Iran's nuclear facilities again if necessary. He delivered the warning via Truth Social on Monday night, July 21, following an interview conducted by Iran's Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi with Fox News.
In the interview, Araghchi stated that Iran's uranium enrichment program could not be stopped despite being damaged due to a U.S. airstrike last month. "We cannot give up enrichment because it is an achievement of our own scientists. And now, more than that, it is a question of national pride," he said.
Trump then responded to the statement by writing, "Of course they are, just like I said, and we will do it again, if necessary!"
2. Details on Indonesia's Boeing Aircraft Purchase from the U.S.
The White House has announced that Indonesia will buy aircraft from the United States as part of a commercial agreement between companies in both countries, integrated into a broader trade deal.
"Procurement of aircraft currently valued at 3.2 billion USD (approximately Rp51.2 trillion, based on an exchange rate of Rp16,000 per US dollar)," the White House stated in a Joint Statement on the Framework for the United States-Indonesia Agreement on Reciprocal Trade, released on Tuesday, July 22, 2025, U.S. time.
3. Prabowo Surprised by Cynicism Toward Tariff Deal with Trump
President Prabowo Subianto expressed surprise over criticism of the results of the import tariff negotiations with US President Donald Trump.
Indonesia's 80th Independence Day Logo Sparks Controversy; Some Say It Resembles Keroppi
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The newly released logo for Indonesia's 80th Independence Day drew comparisons to 'Keroppi,' the well-known frog character by Japanese firm Sanrio.
Trump Administration Launches Action Plan to Rival China in AI Dominance
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Trump releases America's AI Action Plan to accelerate the U.S. dominance in artificial intelligence technology and to rival China's global influence.
Columbia University Reaches US$200mn Settlement with Trump Govt over Funding Freeze
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Columbia University reached a settlement with the Trump administration over federal investigations and funding freeze.
No Forced Personal Data Transfer to U.S., Says Minister Airlangga
1 jam lalu
Minister Airlangga has asserted that there will be no transfer of Indonesian citizens' personal data to the United States.
Retail Group Believes 19% US Tariff Won't Harm Indonesian SMEs
2 jam lalu
HIPPINDO stated that US imports target a different market segment than products from local SMEs, so they are not in direct competition.
Indonesian Data Transfers to US Permitted Under Legitimate Interest, Says Minister
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Minister of Communication and Digital, Meutya Viada Hafid, speaks about personal data transfer in the U.S.-Indonesia trade deal.
Trump Threatens New Strikes on Iran's Nuclear Facilities
6 jam lalu
U.S. President Donald Trump warned that Washington could strike Iran's nuclear facilities again if necessary.
Details on Indonesia's Boeing Aircraft Purchase from the U.S.
7 jam lalu
On Tuesday, July 15, President Donald Trump announced Indonesia's commitment to purchase 50 Boeing aircraft, mostly Boeing 777 models.
Personal Data Transfer to US May Violate Indonesia's Privacy Law and Human Rights
7 jam lalu
Imparsial's Ardi Manto Adiputra stated that personal data of citizens should not be subject to trade agreements between countries.
Indonesian President Prabowo's Wealth Tops Rp2.06 Trillion in Latest LHKPN
7 jam lalu
The Corruption Eradication Commission (KPK) has released the Wealth Report of State Officials (LHKPN) for President Prabowo Subianto.
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