Trump Administration
What is in the US-backed peace plan that Ukraine is set to agree to? – explainer
The plan includes strengthened security guarantees and would leave the major sticking points of the ceasefire for Ukrainian President Zelensky and US President Trump to discuss.
US, Ukraine say they have an 'updated and refined' peace framework, but questions remain
G20 summit in South Africa adopts declaration despite US boycott, opposition
US Treasury sanctions Iranian-linked front companies, shadow fleet vessels used to sell crude oil
Rubio says the Ukraine peace proposal was authored by US
US Secretary of State Marco Rubio said Washington authored the 28-point Ukraine peace proposal, as senators disputed the claim and US, Ukrainian, and European officials opened talks in Geneva.
US to launch new phase of Venezuela ops., including possible plan to overthrow Maduro, sources say
US officials say Washington is moving toward a new phase of action against Venezuela, as military pressure and covert options against the Maduro government remain on the table.
White House attempts to find middle ground as Israel concerned over Saudi F-35 deal - N12
Israel is currently the only Middle Eastern nation to hold American F-35s, and Israeli officials expressed concern that the planned sale of F-35s would threaten Israeli military supremacy.
Trump admin. seeks 'balanced' Saudi F-35 sale while preserving IDF military superiority - report
“The Trump administration is committed to the law that stipulates the United States will maintain the IDF’s qualitative edge in the Middle East," a senior White House official told N12.
Trump administration proposes to loosen rules protecting endangered species
The move, which raised concerns among specialists, aligns with President Donald Trump's effort to unwind what he says are burdensome federal regulations for businesses.
Trump administration announces steps in dismantling Education Department
It will "streamline federal education activities on the legally required programs, reduce administrative burdens, and refocus programs and activities to better serve students and grantees."
Lone US Republican rep. votes against releasing Epstein files as Senate weighs bill
Rep. Clay Higgins (R-Louisiana) was the sole vote against the House measure requiring the release of the unclassified records on sex criminal Jefferey Epstein.
Israel's ICC appeal is not about Karim Khan, but Trump - analysis
Israel’s attempt to overturn the Netanyahu and Gallant warrants comes as the ICC faces mounting pressure from the Trump administration.
US cancels Lebanese army commander Rodolphe Haykal's visit, Graham slams inaction on Hezbollah
US Senator Lindsey Graham referenced the matter in a post to X/Twitter on Monday night.
Tennessee state judge blocks National Guard deployment to Memphis amid 130 arrests in Charlotte
A Tennessee judge has blocked Governor Bill Lee's National Guard deployment to Memphis, citing concerns over its legality under state law.
The UNSC has voted, now the hard work in Gaza begins - analysis
The UN’s approval of a US-backed Gaza security force could be a turning point for stability, but the real challenge lies in execution and disarming Hamas.
