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Ursula von der Leyen, the President of the European Commission, has made it clear that "all options are on the table" in light of the tariff threats from U.S. President Donald Trump. While she emphasized that the EU does not seek an economic confrontation, she affirmed that the union possesses the "power to push back." Speaking at a plenary session of the European Parliament in Strasbourg, France, Ms. von der Leyen addressed concerns raised by an MEP who labeled the proposed U.S. tariffs as "fear trade." She described the…

The U.S. Attorney General has made a significant move by instructing federal prosecutors to pursue the death penalty for Luigi Mangione, the individual charged with the tragic shooting of Brian Thompson, the CEO of UnitedHealth Group's insurance division, in New York last year. As of now, Mr. Mangione's legal representatives have not provided comments in response to inquiries regarding the case. At 26 years old, Mr. Mangione has pleaded not guilty to state charges that include murder as an act of terrorism and various…

The remains of eight Red Crescent medics, six civil defense members, and one UN employee, who were tragically shot by Israeli forces over a week ago, have been unearthed from a shallow grave in southern Gaza, as confirmed by UN officials. Philippe Lazzarini, the head of the UN agency for Palestinian Refugees (UNRWA), expressed his outrage on the social media platform X, stating that the bodies had been "discarded in shallow graves - a profound violation of human dignity." His comments underscore the severe consequences of…

In a bold assertion, Donald Trump has once again hinted at the possibility of pursuing a third term as President of the United States, a move that would challenge the two-term limit established by the U.S. Constitution. During an interview with NBC News, Trump maintained, "I'm not joking," when pressed for clarification regarding his ambition for another presidential term. He further stated, "There are methods that you could do it," suggesting that he has considered unconventional routes to reach his goal. At 78, Trump has…

While President Donald Trump has publicly pondered the possibility of a third term in the White House, the constraints of the 22nd Amendment to the U.S. Constitution render this scenario highly improbable. At 78 years old, Mr. Trump stated recently, "I'm not joking" about the idea of serving a third term. During an interview with NBC News, he mentioned that there are "methods" that could potentially facilitate this unprecedented situation. However, most constitutional scholars fundamentally disagree with this perspective.…

Tragedy Strikes Asturias Coal Mine: Five Lives Lost in Explosion A devastating explosion at a coal mine in northern Spain’s Asturias region has resulted in the loss of five lives and left four others seriously injured. This incident marks the deadliest mining accident in Spain in decades. The explosion took place at the Cerredo mine in Degana, located approximately 450 kilometers northwest of Madrid. Fortunately, two other workers escaped unharmed, according to local emergency services. This tragic event is particularly…

In the aftermath of a powerful 7.7-magnitude earthquake, efforts to rescue survivors in Myanmar and Bangkok are underway, three days after the devastating disaster struck Southeast Asia, claiming the lives of approximately 2,000 people. According to Myanmar's ruling junta, the death toll has risen to 2,056, with over 270 individuals still unaccounted for following the quake that rocked the region on Friday. Rescue teams have successfully extracted four survivors, including a pregnant woman and a young girl, from the debris…

In a recent discussion with NBC, US President Donald Trump expressed his "anger" towards Russian President Vladimir Putin, reflecting a notable shift in tone as efforts intensify to bring an end to the ongoing war in Ukraine. As Trump conveyed his frustrations, he emphasized the serious implications of Putin's remarks about Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky's leadership, a topic Trump himself has also commented on. Kristen Welker from NBC shared insights from her conversation with Trump on her show 'Meet The Press',…

Syrian President Ahmed al-Sharaa recently announced the formation of a transitional government, appointing 23 ministers in a newly broadened cabinet. This development is viewed as a significant step towards transitioning from decades of Assad family rule and enhancing Syria's relationship with the West. As President Sharaa put it, "This is a pivotal moment for our nation, paving the way for a brighter, more inclusive future." In response to international and regional pressure, particularly from the West and Arab nations,…

"Trump is emotionally pro-Brit," declared Reform leader Nigel Farage during a recent lunch gathering in the Palace of Westminster, addressing a room full of journalists. "Trump is the least isolationist, probably of the whole of the senior Republican Party," he asserted. True to his bold style, the close ally of U.S. President Donald Trump expressed his concerns about the opportunities missed in securing a free-trade agreement with the United States, lamenting that, "we've blown it." Farage revealed an interesting insight,…