US dollar hits four-month low amid political turmoil flight

The U.S. dollar index plunged to 97, its lowest in four months, on Monday as speculation mounted over potential joint U.S.-Japanese currency intervention and investors shed dollar-denominated assets amid lingering uncertainty from the Trump administration. The greenback's drop extended a rough week, with the Bloomberg Dollar Spot Index......

Trump's Greenland push blindsides allies and own team

President Trump's push to acquire Greenland has strained transatlantic ties and exposed a pattern of foreign policy moves bypassing traditional diplomatic channels, catching both allies and top U.S. officials in his administration off guard. Reuters reports that when U.S., Danish, and Greenlandic officials met in Nuuk last month, no talk......

NATO official hints at Greenland compromise after talks

NATO officials indicate progress toward resolving tensions over Greenland following weeks of escalation sparked by President Donald Trump's demands to acquire the Arctic territory, though key details remain vague and local leaders voice caution about outlines unveiled in Davos, Switzerland. Lieutenant General Remigijus Baltrenas, NATO's......

Major winter storm kills at least 10 people across the United States

A powerful winter storm sweeping across the United States has left at least ten people dead, knocked out electricity for more than one million households, and severely disrupted air travel, according to authorities and weather officials. The storm, described by meteorologists as one of the most severe winter events in recent decades, has......

US and South Korea discuss cooperation on nuclear-powered submarines

The United States and South Korea have held discussions on potential cooperation in the development of nuclear-powered submarines, highlighting a growing focus on strengthening their military alliance and regional deterrence. South Korean Foreign Minister Cho Hyun stated that acquiring nuclear-powered submarines would enhance Seoul’s......

Taiwan monitors turmoil in China's military after top general's probe

Taiwan is closely watching what it describes as unusual shifts in China's military leadership following the launch of an investigation into General Zhang Youxia, the highest-ranking uniformed officer in the People's Liberation Army and a key ally of President Xi Jinping. Defense Minister Wellington Koo stated that Taipei employs various......

United states warn Iraq over future relations with Iran

The United States has issued a clear warning to Iraq regarding any potential political shift that could strengthen Iran’s influence in Baghdad, amid growing speculation about the possible return of former prime minister Nouri al-Maliki to power. US Secretary of State Marco Rubio held a phone conversation with current Iraqi Prime Minister......

Winter storm leaves over 600,000 without power across the United States

A powerful winter storm sweeping across the United States has left more than 600,000 homes and businesses without electricity, according to a power outage monitoring website. The storm, which stretches from the southern state of Texas to the northeastern parts of the country, has brought heavy snowfall, freezing rain, and icy conditions,......

Winter storm prompts emergency declarations in at least 22 U.S. States

At least 22 U.S. states have declared a state of emergency as a powerful winter storm sweeps across large parts of the country, bringing heavy snowfall, ice accumulation and hazardous travel conditions. The storm has already impacted several southern and central states, including Texas, Oklahoma, Kansas and Arkansas, where thick layers of......

France says military action in Iran is not a preferred option

France has stated that military intervention in Iran is not its favored course of action, despite growing international concern over the violent repression of protests that have shaken the country in recent weeks. Speaking during a political interview on Sunday, France’s junior minister for the armed forces emphasized that Paris supports......

Winter storm paralyzes the U.S.: flights canceled, supermarkets emptied

A major winter storm swept across the northeastern United States on Sunday, following heavy snowfall in the central states and threatening millions with power outages, paralyzed transport, and freezing temperatures. Shoppers emptied supermarket shelves as national weather services warned of heavy snow and ice accumulation with potentially......

Global backlash after Trump’s Afghanistan comments

Donald Trump’s recent remarks questioning the role of NATO allies in Afghanistan have sparked widespread criticism from countries across Europe and as far as Australia. The U.S. president had claimed in a Fox News interview that allied forces “stayed a bit away from the front lines” and suggested that the United States “never......

Moroccan athletes dominate Arab cross-country championship in Iraq

Moroccan runners delivered a stunning performance at the 28th Arab Cross-Country Championship held Saturday in Mosul, Iraq, winning the majority of medals and sweeping the team trophies. Out of 18 medals awarded across all age categories, Moroccan athletes claimed 16. The national team also topped every team event, including men, women, juniors,......

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