European leaders have convinced President Trump that Russia needs to be pressured into peace talks in Ukraine. While there's agreement on the need for action, disagreements exist on the approach. The EU favors sanctions on Russian businesses and financial institutions, while the Trump administration prefers tariffs. The EU...
South Sudan's First Vice President, Riek Machar, faces charges of murder, treason, and crimes against humanity stemming from a March militia attack. The charges, announced by Justice Minister Joseph Geng Akech, relate to an assault allegedly linked to Machar, who's been under house arrest since March. Seven allies...
Violent protests in Nepal have left 34 dead and over 1,300 injured after a social media ban sparked widespread unrest. The protests, fueled by anger over corruption and unemployment, led to the resignation and flight of Prime Minister Khadga Prasad Oli. The army took control of Kathmandu, and...
President Trump attended the Yankees' 9-3 victory over the Detroit Tigers on the 24th anniversary of 9/11, receiving mixed reactions from the crowd. Enhanced security measures were in place following the recent assassination of a Trump ally. Trump chatted with Yankees officials, was shown on the jumbotron multiple...
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu approved a controversial settlement expansion plan in the West Bank's E1 area, effectively severing a crucial link between major Palestinian cities, Ramallah and Bethlehem. This move, condemned internationally as a violation of international law by countries including the UK and Germany, was hailed...
President Trump's efforts to attract foreign investment in US manufacturing are clashing with his immigration crackdown. A recent raid on a Hyundai plant in Georgia, detaining over 300 South Korean workers, has sparked a diplomatic crisis. South Korea warns that this could deter future investment, jeopardizing Trump's economic agenda....
Conservative activist Charlie Kirk, 31, was shot and killed Wednesday at a Utah university event. His body was transported Thursday on Air Force Two, with Vice President JD Vance assisting in carrying the casket. The plane landed in Phoenix, Arizona, where Kirk resided with his family. Vance,...
Following an Israeli strike targeting Hamas leaders in Doha, Qatar, Gulf leaders, including Saudi Arabia and the UAE, expressed outrage. This action, violating international norms, has caused significant concern among Gulf nations about potential US abandonment of its protective role. The incident threatens to undermine US regional priorities,...
Senate Republicans passed a rule change allowing faster confirmation of President Trump's nominees, overriding Democratic objections after bipartisan negotiations failed. The 53-45 vote enables en bloc consideration of nominees, addressing GOP complaints about Democratic delays. Democrats argued Republicans rushed the process, rejecting a compromise proposal. The new...
NPR has appointed Tommy Evans, a veteran CNN international correspondent, as its new news chief, effective September 15th. Evans, who recently launched NPR's editorial review desk, will succeed Edith Chapin. This transition comes amid financial uncertainty for NPR following the loss of federal funding, a move driven by...
