Democrats denounce Trump’s push to federalize law enforcement across cities

President Donald Trump’s decision to federalize local law enforcement in Washington, D.C., and deploy the National Guard has sparked fierce backlash from Democratic leaders, who see the move as a “hostile takeover” and a politically motivated overreach. Trump announced the measure during......

Israel’s hardliners demand submission, not partnership, in Morocco relations

A diplomatic storm has erupted following a smear campaign targeting Morocco’s ambassador to the United States, Youssef El Amrani, and his wife, Asma Lamrabet. The attack, spearheaded by pro-Israel hardliners, highlights the relentless demands for political servitude under the guise of “friendship.” Morocco’s......

Cambodia nominates Trump for Nobel Peace Prize as relations with U.S. shift

Cambodia has nominated former U.S. President Donald Trump for the Nobel Peace Prize, citing his role in brokering a cease-fire between Cambodia and Thailand following a border dispute. In an August 7 letter to the Norwegian Nobel Committee, Cambodian Prime Minister Hun Manet praised Trump’s efforts,......

Azerbaijan and Armenia take historic step toward peace with Trump-brokered agreement

The leaders of Azerbaijan and Armenia have taken a decisive step toward ending decades of conflict, with the signing of a historic Joint Declaration during a meeting at the White House on Friday. Facilitated by U.S. President Donald Trump, the agreement signals that the long-anticipated Azerbaijan-Armenia......

Ex-FBI officials condemn Kash Patel over controversial dismissals

A coalition of former FBI, intelligence, and national security officials has criticized FBI Director Kash Patel and Deputy Director Dan Bongino for dismissing several agents, accusing them of undermining the bureau's independence and turning it into a tool of political loyalty. Allegations of political......

European leaders gather to address energy crisis amid rising concerns

European leaders convened this week to strategize a path forward on the continent’s escalating energy crisis, as soaring prices and dwindling supplies continue to pressure both households and industries. The summit, held in Brussels, brought together heads of state from across the European Union......

US role in Hiroshima and Nagasaki bombings omitted at commemorations

The United States’ role in the atomic bombings of Hiroshima and Nagasaki during World War II remained unmentioned at this year’s commemoration events, continuing a decades-long tradition of avoiding direct acknowledgment. Focus on remembrance and disarmament During the memorial in Nagasaki......

Ukraine conflict narrowly avoided becoming global war, claims Trump

The Ukraine conflict could have escalated into a global catastrophe under his predecessor Joe Biden, US President Donald Trump has asserted. Speaking at the White House, Trump credited his administration’s diplomatic efforts for preventing the situation from spiraling into World War III. Diplomatic......

Trump administration demands $1 billion fine from University of California over pro-Palestinian protests

The Trump administration has escalated its campaign against higher education by demanding a staggering $1 billion fine from the University of California (UC) for pro-Palestinian protests held on its campuses in 2024. The unprecedented penalty has sparked backlash from university officials and state leaders,......

Trump orders federal law enforcement surge in D.C. despite decades-low crime rates

President Donald Trump has announced a surge in federal law enforcement officers in Washington, D.C., citing concerns over violent crime, even as data reveals crime rates are at their lowest in decades. The operation, described by the White House as an effort to "make D.C. safe again," will......

Lukashenko's backchannel diplomacy: The Belarusian leader's role in U.S.-Russia talks

Belarusian President Alexander Lukashenko has emerged as a controversial intermediary in backchannel negotiations between Russia and the United States, offering to facilitate peace talks amid the ongoing war in Ukraine. While positioning himself as a "Putin whisperer," Lukashenko has sought......

Mike Johnson: The Speaker Who Delivered Trump's Agenda

Mike Johnson’s rise to Speaker of the House in October 2023 was unexpected. Emerging from relative obscurity, he inherited a divided Republican conference and the challenge of working with a president known for demanding absolute loyalty. Yet, in less than two years, Johnson has solidified his......

Israel escalates war with Security Cabinet approval for Gaza City takeover

Israel’s Security Cabinet has approved a plan to take over Gaza City, marking a major escalation in the country’s 22-month offensive, which began in response to Hamas' October 2023 attack. Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu’s office confirmed the decision early Friday, sparking international......

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