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State Department begins major staff cuts amid reorganization effort

The U.S. State Department has initiated the termination of over 1,300 employees as part of a sweeping restructuring plan aimed at streamlining the agency. According to an internal memo obtained by CNN, the layoffs include 1,107 civil service employees and 246 foreign service officers. Employees began......

Stephen Miller’s rise: How Trump’s closest aide reshaped U.S. immigration policy

U.S. Marines patrolling Los Angeles streets. Immigration officers sweeping courthouses and restaurants. A ban on travelers from nearly 20 nations. These stark realities reflect the vision of Stephen Miller, the deputy chief of staff and architect behind Donald Trump’s aggressive immigration policies. Miller’s......

Federal judge blocks Trump’s birthright citizenship order, triggering nationwide legal battle

A federal judge in New Hampshire has temporarily blocked President Donald Trump’s executive order that seeks to end birthright citizenship in the United States. The ruling, issued Thursday by Judge Joseph Laplante, halts the policy nationwide, citing the “irreparable harm” it would......

Netanyahu seeks swift resolution in hostage negotiations with Hamas

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu expressed optimism on Thursday about finalizing a deal to secure the release of Israeli hostages held by Hamas within the coming days. The announcement comes amidst ongoing ceasefire talks aimed at de-escalating tensions following a protracted and devastating......

EU Parliament confirms Algeria’s inclusion on high-risk terrorism financing list

The European Parliament has officially validated Algeria’s addition to the European Union’s list of high-risk countries for terrorism financing and money laundering. This decision reflects growing international concerns over Algeria’s financial practices and its alleged support for......

Israel vows to strike Iran again if threatened, defense minister warns

Israel has issued a stark warning to Iran, with Defense Minister Israel Katz reaffirming the country’s readiness to launch military action if threatened by Tehran. Speaking at an air force graduation ceremony, Katz stressed that Israel’s reach extends deep into Iran’s territory. “Israel’s......

Macron and Starmer to sign historic nuclear deterrence pact

France and the United Kingdom have announced plans to coordinate their nuclear deterrence strategies, pledging to protect Europe from any “extreme threat.” This historic agreement marks a major evolution in their defense doctrine amidst growing security concerns in Europe. A united nuclear......

Spaniards favor China over the US in shifting global perceptions

New survey results from Spain reveal a significant realignment in public opinion, with a growing preference for China over the United States. The findings, part of the Real Instituto Elcano Barometer on public opinion, shed light on attitudes toward global powers, defense policies, and international......

Algeria fabricates US presidential message amid growing diplomatic strains

Algeria's state media has drawn criticism for allegedly forging a congratulatory letter from US President Donald Trump, falsely portraying warm bilateral ties between Washington and Algiers. This comes as tensions rise following the US decision to impose a 30% tariff on Algerian exports. The letter,......

Israel foreign minister optimistic about Gaza ceasefire and hostage deal amid ongoing talks

Israel’s foreign minister, Gideon Saar, expressed optimism on Wednesday about the possibility of reaching a ceasefire and a hostage-release agreement in Gaza, despite the lack of immediate progress in negotiations with the Palestinian militant group Hamas. The talks, currently underway in Doha,......

US sanctions target firms tied to Iranian oil sales, citing links to Quds Force

The United States has imposed sanctions on 22 companies based in Hong Kong and Turkey for their alleged roles in facilitating the sale of Iranian oil, according to the US Treasury Department. The measures, announced on Wednesday, aim to disrupt financial networks that support Iran's Islamic Revolutionary......

Trump’s private conversations reveal bold claims about Putin and Xi

Exclusive audio from 2024 has surfaced, shedding new light on private conversations between Donald Trump, then a candidate, and world leaders, including Russian President Vladimir Putin and Chinese President Xi Jinping. The recordings, obtained by the authors of a newly released book, 2024: How Trump......

HM King Mohammed VI extends condolences to Donald Trump after Texas floods

His Majesty King Mohammed VI of Morocco has sent a heartfelt message of condolences to US President Donald Trump following the devastating floods that struck Texas, claiming numerous lives. A message of sympathy In his message, His Majesty King Mohammed VI expressed profound sadness upon learning of......

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