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Almost 10,000 Dismissed Amid Escalating Attacks on U.S. Agencies by Trump and Musk

In an unexpected twist in the political landscape, President Donald Trump has huddled with Elon Musk in a campaign designed to dramatically trim the U.S. government bureaucracy, a move that culminated on Friday with over 9,500 federal employees losing their jobs. This sweeping wave of terminations reverberated from managing federal lands to the crucial care of our military veterans. The ax fell heavily across several departments—Interior, Energy, Veterans Affairs, Agriculture, and Health and Human Services. The primary…

Close to 10,000 Jobs Lost as Trump and Musk Intensify Layoff Efforts

President Donald Trump, joined by billionaire tech mogul Elon Musk, is spearheading an aggressive campaign to streamline the US bureaucracy, resulting in the dismissal of over 9,500 federal employees. Those affected ranged from individuals responsible for managing vast federal lands to dedicated personnel caring for the nation's military veterans. This sweeping initiative has predominantly impacted probationary workers—those who have been on the job for less than a year and enjoy limited employment protections. Reports from…

Trump Claims U.S. Plans to Control Gaza in Talks with Jordan’s King Abdullah

What happens when political ambition meets international boundaries? A spectacle unfolds as President Donald Trump, with his characteristic fervor, once more underscored his determination for the United States to take control of the Gaza Strip. This meeting, occurring at the White House on a crisp Tuesday, seated him across from Jordan's King Abdullah and set a stage teeming with tension and expectation. This interaction unfolded against a backdrop of contentious discussion. Not long ago, Trump had unveiled a staggering…

US Senator Risch Urges EU Partnership with Trump for Sustainable Funding for AU Peace Efforts in Somalia

The once impenetrable bastion of Dinsor, situated in Somalia's southwestern region and close to the frontier with Kenya and Ethiopia, crumbled under the combined efforts of African Union troops. Just days prior, they had seized Bardhere, another strategic location. These captures are significant as both towns represented the remaining strongholds of the Al-Shabaab insurgents. While these victories have offered a flicker of hope, a more complex issue looms over the horizon. U.S. Senate Foreign Relations Committee Chairman,…

Trump Doubts Complete Return of Ukrainian Territories

In a surprising shift, former US President Donald Trump expressed skepticism regarding Ukraine's potential accession to NATO, casting doubt on Ukraine's ability to completely reclaim its territory. “Practicality comes into play here,” he remarked during a round of discussions that included both Russian President Vladimir Putin and Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky. Earlier today, Trump embarked on what appears to be a pivotal diplomatic effort aimed at resolving the ongoing conflict that has gripped Ukraine since…

Trump Imposes 25% Tariffs on Steel and Aluminum, Igniting Fresh Concerns of Trade Conflict

At the NLMK Indiana steel mill, a scene unfolds that is almost mesmerizing; a brilliant dance of light and metal as workers keep a vigilant eye on the steel, melting in an electric arc furnace at a scorching 3,000 degrees Fahrenheit (1,649°C). It's an industrial ballet, unfolding quietly but with relentless fervor. Yet, how will the international trading stage change with the US steel narrative shifting so dramatically? In his bold stride to reconfigure a purportedly inequitable global trade system, President…

Trump Issues Stark Warning: ‘All Hell Will Break Loose’ if Gaza Hostages Not Released by Saturday

In a provocative statement, former US President Donald Trump issued a stern warning, asserting that "all hell" would break loose if every Israeli hostage is not released from Gaza within days. This declaration followed Hamas's alarming announcement about the potential postponement of further hostage exchanges, raising concerns about the fragile ceasefire that had temporarily halted hostilities. The ceasefire, which commenced on January 19, was pivotal. It not only paused over 15 months of intense conflict in the Gaza Strip…

Trump Set to Reveal 25% Tariffs on Steel and Aluminum Imports

In a striking development, U.S. President Donald Trump recently announced plans to impose an additional 25% tariff on all steel and aluminum imports, building upon the existing metal duties already in effect. This decision marks yet another chapter in his ongoing trade policy revisions that have some analysts scratching their heads. While en route to the NFL Super Bowl in New Orleans, Mr. Trump shared this news with reporters aboard Air Force One. He indicated that he would detail these new metals tariffs shortly, perhaps…

Trump Withdraws Security Clearances from Blinken and Top Security Official

In a significant and controversial move, former President Donald Trump has withdrawn security clearances from notable figures, including Antony Blinken, previously the Secretary of State, and Jake Sullivan, who served as National Security Adviser. According to reports from White House officials, this decision coincided with Trump's recent revocation of security clearance for former President Joe Biden, effectively halting his access to vital daily intelligence briefings. The implications of such an action reverberate beyond…

Trump Acknowledges Call With Putin, Reveals Russian Leader’s Desire to Conclude Ukraine Conflict: Report

In a world rife with tension and conflict, the grasp for peace often seems elusive. Yet, in a surprising turn of events, former US President Donald Trump revealed to The New York Post that he had engaged in a telephonic conversation with Russian President Vladimir Putin. The subject? An earnest discussion about potential avenues to cease the ongoing turmoil between Moscow and Kyiv.Conversations such as these ignite curiosity. How often do these two powerhouses communicate behind closed doors, weaving through complex global…

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