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Trump suggests renaming the Strait of Hormuz after claiming U.S. control

U.S. President Donald Trump has floated the idea of renaming the Strait of Hormuz the “Trump Strait” after claiming that the United States has gained control over the strategically vital waterway. In a post on his Truth Social platform, Trump asked whether the strait should be renamed now......

U.S. defense secretary removes six senior officers from promotion list

U.S. Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth has removed six senior officers from a list of candidates for promotion to major general, days after blocking the advancement of four other officers to brigadier general. The decisions have intensified scrutiny of the Pentagon’s promotion process and raised new......

U.S. Justice Department disrupts cryptocurrency funding scheme linked to Hamas

The U.S. Department of Justice has announced the disruption of a cryptocurrency-based fundraising network that authorities say was used to support Hamas and its military wing, the Al-Qassam Brigades. According to the department, more than $560,000 worth of cryptocurrency was seized as part of the investigation.......

Venezuelan parliament approves oil agreement with the United States

Venezuela’s parliament has approved a bilateral energy agreement with the United States, marking a significant development in relations between the two countries and potentially opening the door to expanded cooperation in Venezuela’s oil sector. Parliamentary President Jorge Rodríguez......

Most Americans oppose proposed renaming of Lake Ontario, poll finds

A majority of Americans oppose President Donald Trump’s proposal to rename Lake Ontario, according to a new Reuters/Ipsos poll, highlighting significant public resistance to the administration’s approach to relations with Canada. The survey found that 63% of respondents were against changing......

Trump warns of much stronger strikes on Iran if Tehran retaliates

U.S. President Donald Trump has warned Iran that it could face significantly more severe American military action if Tehran responds to the latest U.S. strikes, escalating already heightened tensions between Washington and Tehran. In a message published on his Truth Social platform, Trump said Iran......

Report: Washington plans millions in funding for right-wing media in Europe

The United States is reportedly considering allocating millions of dollars to support media and civil society initiatives associated with conservative and right-wing causes in Europe, according to media reports citing sources familiar with the plans. The proposed funding would reportedly include $4......

US scales back anti-drug presence in West Africa as cocaine trafficking expands

The United States is reducing its direct counter-narcotics presence in West Africa at a time when the region is becoming increasingly important to international cocaine trafficking networks. The shift reflects a broader change in Washington's priorities, with greater attention being directed toward......

Democratic lawmakers move to block Trump from renaming Lake Ontario

Democratic lawmakers in the U.S. House of Representatives have introduced legislation aimed at preventing President Donald Trump from changing the official name of Lake Ontario to “Lake America.” The proposed bill, known as the “Hands Off Our Great Lakes Act,” would prohibit......

US-North Korea summit could take place at any time, Seoul intelligence says

A new assessment by South Korean intelligence suggests that a summit involving the United States and North Korea could become possible at any time, raising hopes of renewed diplomatic engagement over the Korean Peninsula's nuclear standoff. South Korean lawmaker Yoon Kun-young told reporters that......

U.S. Army secretary Dan Driscoll resigns amid reported tensions with defense secretary

U.S. Army Secretary Dan Driscoll has submitted his resignation to President Donald Trump, according to three people familiar with the matter, amid growing tensions between Driscoll and Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth. The reported resignation comes after months of friction between the two officials.......

Trump says Washington is reviewing its position on the Falkland Islands amid tensions with Britain

U.S. President Donald Trump has said that Washington is reviewing its longstanding position on the sovereignty dispute over the Falkland Islands, a move that could potentially affect relations with both Britain and Argentina. Speaking to reporters at the White House, Trump said he was constantly reassessing......

Trump describes Iran as a failed and dead state amid escalating tensions

US President Donald Trump has sharply criticized Iran, describing the country as a “failed and dead” state and questioning its military and economic capacity amid renewed tensions between Washington and Tehran. In his remarks, Trump claimed that Iran lacked an effective navy, air force and......

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