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U.S. Calls Cartels “Terrorist-Level Threat”
The FBI chief said drug cartels should be treated the same way the U.S. targets al-Qaeda, after Washington carried out a second strike on Venezuelan boats accused of smuggling. #Trump #Venezuela #Drugs
The FBI chief said drug cartels should be treated the same way the U.S. targets al-Qaeda, after Washington carried out a second strike on Venezuelan boats accused of smuggling. #Trump #Venezuela #Drugs
September 17, 2025 at 1:16 AM
U.S. Calls Cartels “Terrorist-Level Threat”
The FBI chief said drug cartels should be treated the same way the U.S. targets al-Qaeda, after Washington carried out a second strike on Venezuelan boats accused of smuggling. #Trump #Venezuela #Drugs
The FBI chief said drug cartels should be treated the same way the U.S. targets al-Qaeda, after Washington carried out a second strike on Venezuelan boats accused of smuggling. #Trump #Venezuela #Drugs
Nepal’s New Leader:
After weeks of Gen-Z-led protests in Nepal over corruption and censorship, PM K. P. Sharma Oli resigned. Sushila Karki was sworn in as interim PM, the first woman in that post after parliament and other government buildings were torched during unrest. #Nepal #Politics
After weeks of Gen-Z-led protests in Nepal over corruption and censorship, PM K. P. Sharma Oli resigned. Sushila Karki was sworn in as interim PM, the first woman in that post after parliament and other government buildings were torched during unrest. #Nepal #Politics
September 17, 2025 at 1:13 AM
Russian Drones Enter Polish Airspace:
Warsaw says several Russian drones crossed into Poland overnight, calling it a deliberate provocation. This has been a repeated event over the past few weeks. NATO and EU leaders condemned the breach as tensions rise on NATO’s eastern flank. #Poland #Russia
Warsaw says several Russian drones crossed into Poland overnight, calling it a deliberate provocation. This has been a repeated event over the past few weeks. NATO and EU leaders condemned the breach as tensions rise on NATO’s eastern flank. #Poland #Russia
September 12, 2025 at 1:04 AM
September 10, 2025 at 9:08 PM
Charlie Kirk Shot at Campus:
Charlie Kirk, a prominent Trump ally and founder of Turning Point USA, was critically wounded by a gunshot to the neck during a campus event at Utah Valley University. Leaders across parties condemned the violence. #Trump #CharlieKirk
Charlie Kirk, a prominent Trump ally and founder of Turning Point USA, was critically wounded by a gunshot to the neck during a campus event at Utah Valley University. Leaders across parties condemned the violence. #Trump #CharlieKirk
September 10, 2025 at 8:34 PM
Charlie Kirk Shot at Campus:
Charlie Kirk, a prominent Trump ally and founder of Turning Point USA, was critically wounded by a gunshot to the neck during a campus event at Utah Valley University. Leaders across parties condemned the violence. #Trump #CharlieKirk
Charlie Kirk, a prominent Trump ally and founder of Turning Point USA, was critically wounded by a gunshot to the neck during a campus event at Utah Valley University. Leaders across parties condemned the violence. #Trump #CharlieKirk
Nepal Social Media Ban Lifted After Bloodshed:
Nepal scrapped its social media ban after protests left 19 dead. Streets saw arson, clashes with police, and mass arrests as anger over corruption and censorship boiled over. #Nepal #Protests #WorldNews
Nepal scrapped its social media ban after protests left 19 dead. Streets saw arson, clashes with police, and mass arrests as anger over corruption and censorship boiled over. #Nepal #Protests #WorldNews
September 9, 2025 at 10:17 PM
Nepal Social Media Ban Lifted After Bloodshed:
Nepal scrapped its social media ban after protests left 19 dead. Streets saw arson, clashes with police, and mass arrests as anger over corruption and censorship boiled over. #Nepal #Protests #WorldNews
Nepal scrapped its social media ban after protests left 19 dead. Streets saw arson, clashes with police, and mass arrests as anger over corruption and censorship boiled over. #Nepal #Protests #WorldNews
Israel Bombs Qatar:
Israeli jets hit targets in Doha, aiming at Hamas leaders tied to ceasefire talks. Qatar condemned the strike as a violation of its sovereignty, warning it could derail fragile negotiations. #Israel #Qatar #Breaking #WorldNews
Israeli jets hit targets in Doha, aiming at Hamas leaders tied to ceasefire talks. Qatar condemned the strike as a violation of its sovereignty, warning it could derail fragile negotiations. #Israel #Qatar #Breaking #WorldNews
September 9, 2025 at 8:19 PM
Israel Bombs Qatar:
Israeli jets hit targets in Doha, aiming at Hamas leaders tied to ceasefire talks. Qatar condemned the strike as a violation of its sovereignty, warning it could derail fragile negotiations. #Israel #Qatar #Breaking #WorldNews
Israeli jets hit targets in Doha, aiming at Hamas leaders tied to ceasefire talks. Qatar condemned the strike as a violation of its sovereignty, warning it could derail fragile negotiations. #Israel #Qatar #Breaking #WorldNews
France: Bayrou Faces Confidence Test
French PM François Bayrou faces a crucial confidence vote tied to austerity measures. A loss could collapse his fragile minority government and boost Marine Le Pen’s far-right prospects. Analysts warn of major instability ahead. #France #Politics #WorldNews
French PM François Bayrou faces a crucial confidence vote tied to austerity measures. A loss could collapse his fragile minority government and boost Marine Le Pen’s far-right prospects. Analysts warn of major instability ahead. #France #Politics #WorldNews
September 8, 2025 at 12:20 AM
France: Bayrou Faces Confidence Test
French PM François Bayrou faces a crucial confidence vote tied to austerity measures. A loss could collapse his fragile minority government and boost Marine Le Pen’s far-right prospects. Analysts warn of major instability ahead. #France #Politics #WorldNews
French PM François Bayrou faces a crucial confidence vote tied to austerity measures. A loss could collapse his fragile minority government and boost Marine Le Pen’s far-right prospects. Analysts warn of major instability ahead. #France #Politics #WorldNews
China Steps Into U.S. Void:
As Trump retreats from multilateralism analysts say Xi Jinping is filling the gap promoting a rules-based order and winning Global South backing. Beijing is positioning as a counterweight to U.S. unpredictability. Can China defend global norms? #China #GlobalOrder
As Trump retreats from multilateralism analysts say Xi Jinping is filling the gap promoting a rules-based order and winning Global South backing. Beijing is positioning as a counterweight to U.S. unpredictability. Can China defend global norms? #China #GlobalOrder
September 3, 2025 at 10:49 PM
China Steps Into U.S. Void:
As Trump retreats from multilateralism analysts say Xi Jinping is filling the gap promoting a rules-based order and winning Global South backing. Beijing is positioning as a counterweight to U.S. unpredictability. Can China defend global norms? #China #GlobalOrder
As Trump retreats from multilateralism analysts say Xi Jinping is filling the gap promoting a rules-based order and winning Global South backing. Beijing is positioning as a counterweight to U.S. unpredictability. Can China defend global norms? #China #GlobalOrder
🇺🇸 U.S. Backs Poland, Warns Russia:
Trump assured Poland of firm U.S. troop presence, even hinting at more deployments. He warned Putin over Ukraine “you’ll see things happen” if Russia crosses U.S. red lines. Zelenskyy, in Paris, pushed for stronger Western guarantees. #US #Russia #News #Politics
Trump assured Poland of firm U.S. troop presence, even hinting at more deployments. He warned Putin over Ukraine “you’ll see things happen” if Russia crosses U.S. red lines. Zelenskyy, in Paris, pushed for stronger Western guarantees. #US #Russia #News #Politics
September 3, 2025 at 10:44 PM
China’s Massive Military Parade:
Tomorrow China hosts its largest ever military parade showcasing hypersonic missiles, drones, and advanced weaponry. Putin and Kim Jong Un will attend strengthening the anti-West alliance and underscoring China’s rising geopolitical influence. #China #SCO #WorldNews
Tomorrow China hosts its largest ever military parade showcasing hypersonic missiles, drones, and advanced weaponry. Putin and Kim Jong Un will attend strengthening the anti-West alliance and underscoring China’s rising geopolitical influence. #China #SCO #WorldNews
September 2, 2025 at 11:25 PM
China’s Massive Military Parade:
Tomorrow China hosts its largest ever military parade showcasing hypersonic missiles, drones, and advanced weaponry. Putin and Kim Jong Un will attend strengthening the anti-West alliance and underscoring China’s rising geopolitical influence. #China #SCO #WorldNews
Tomorrow China hosts its largest ever military parade showcasing hypersonic missiles, drones, and advanced weaponry. Putin and Kim Jong Un will attend strengthening the anti-West alliance and underscoring China’s rising geopolitical influence. #China #SCO #WorldNews
US Strikes Venezuelan Drug Vessel:
The US Navy sank a suspected narco-terror boat tied to Venezuela’s Tren de Aragua in southern Caribbean waters, killing 11. Trump called it a warning to traffickers. Maduro condemned the act, warning of defense escalation. #Venezuela #Breaking #WorldNews
The US Navy sank a suspected narco-terror boat tied to Venezuela’s Tren de Aragua in southern Caribbean waters, killing 11. Trump called it a warning to traffickers. Maduro condemned the act, warning of defense escalation. #Venezuela #Breaking #WorldNews
September 2, 2025 at 10:43 PM
US Strikes Venezuelan Drug Vessel:
The US Navy sank a suspected narco-terror boat tied to Venezuela’s Tren de Aragua in southern Caribbean waters, killing 11. Trump called it a warning to traffickers. Maduro condemned the act, warning of defense escalation. #Venezuela #Breaking #WorldNews
The US Navy sank a suspected narco-terror boat tied to Venezuela’s Tren de Aragua in southern Caribbean waters, killing 11. Trump called it a warning to traffickers. Maduro condemned the act, warning of defense escalation. #Venezuela #Breaking #WorldNews
Musk Slams UK Immigration Policy:
Elon Musk blasted the UK’s asylum stance as “treasonous,” sparking backlash. His comments followed a minister’s defense of refugee rights, reigniting debate over immigration and national policy. #UK #Immigration #Musk
Elon Musk blasted the UK’s asylum stance as “treasonous,” sparking backlash. His comments followed a minister’s defense of refugee rights, reigniting debate over immigration and national policy. #UK #Immigration #Musk
September 2, 2025 at 1:10 AM
Musk Slams UK Immigration Policy:
Elon Musk blasted the UK’s asylum stance as “treasonous,” sparking backlash. His comments followed a minister’s defense of refugee rights, reigniting debate over immigration and national policy. #UK #Immigration #Musk
Elon Musk blasted the UK’s asylum stance as “treasonous,” sparking backlash. His comments followed a minister’s defense of refugee rights, reigniting debate over immigration and national policy. #UK #Immigration #Musk
SCO Summit. Xi & Putin Call for New Global Order:
At the SCO summit in Tianjin, Xi Jinping urged a multipolar system challenging Western dominance. Putin backed the push, criticizing “Cold War” thinking. China pledged financial aid as ties with the Global South deepen. #WorldNews #SCO
At the SCO summit in Tianjin, Xi Jinping urged a multipolar system challenging Western dominance. Putin backed the push, criticizing “Cold War” thinking. China pledged financial aid as ties with the Global South deepen. #WorldNews #SCO
September 2, 2025 at 1:07 AM
SCO Summit. Xi & Putin Call for New Global Order:
At the SCO summit in Tianjin, Xi Jinping urged a multipolar system challenging Western dominance. Putin backed the push, criticizing “Cold War” thinking. China pledged financial aid as ties with the Global South deepen. #WorldNews #SCO
At the SCO summit in Tianjin, Xi Jinping urged a multipolar system challenging Western dominance. Putin backed the push, criticizing “Cold War” thinking. China pledged financial aid as ties with the Global South deepen. #WorldNews #SCO
🇮🇱 Israeli Leadership Split on Gaza Strategy:
A tense cabinet meeting exposed rifts as the IDF urged a 60-day ceasefire to free hostages. Netanyahu rejected any pause, pushing for “total victory.” Families of hostages demand action, deepening political divisions. #Israel #Gaza #Netanyahu
A tense cabinet meeting exposed rifts as the IDF urged a 60-day ceasefire to free hostages. Netanyahu rejected any pause, pushing for “total victory.” Families of hostages demand action, deepening political divisions. #Israel #Gaza #Netanyahu
September 2, 2025 at 1:06 AM
🇮🇱 Israeli Leadership Split on Gaza Strategy:
A tense cabinet meeting exposed rifts as the IDF urged a 60-day ceasefire to free hostages. Netanyahu rejected any pause, pushing for “total victory.” Families of hostages demand action, deepening political divisions. #Israel #Gaza #Netanyahu
A tense cabinet meeting exposed rifts as the IDF urged a 60-day ceasefire to free hostages. Netanyahu rejected any pause, pushing for “total victory.” Families of hostages demand action, deepening political divisions. #Israel #Gaza #Netanyahu
Rising Tensions in Australian Politics:
Canberra condemns peaceful anti immigration rallies as Minister Anne Aly warns of extremist exploitation. In Sydney a man rammed Russia’s consulate. Policy shifts include a proposed under 16 social media ban. #Worldnews #Politics
Canberra condemns peaceful anti immigration rallies as Minister Anne Aly warns of extremist exploitation. In Sydney a man rammed Russia’s consulate. Policy shifts include a proposed under 16 social media ban. #Worldnews #Politics
September 1, 2025 at 12:45 AM
Rising Tensions in Australian Politics:
Canberra condemns peaceful anti immigration rallies as Minister Anne Aly warns of extremist exploitation. In Sydney a man rammed Russia’s consulate. Policy shifts include a proposed under 16 social media ban. #Worldnews #Politics
Canberra condemns peaceful anti immigration rallies as Minister Anne Aly warns of extremist exploitation. In Sydney a man rammed Russia’s consulate. Policy shifts include a proposed under 16 social media ban. #Worldnews #Politics
U.S. Court Rules Trump Tariffs Illegal:
A federal appeals court ruled most of Trump’s global tariffs exceeded his authority under IEEPA. The duties stay until Oct 14, pending a likely Supreme Court battle, raising global trade uncertainty. #WorldNews #USPolitics
A federal appeals court ruled most of Trump’s global tariffs exceeded his authority under IEEPA. The duties stay until Oct 14, pending a likely Supreme Court battle, raising global trade uncertainty. #WorldNews #USPolitics
August 30, 2025 at 8:28 AM
U.S. Court Rules Trump Tariffs Illegal:
A federal appeals court ruled most of Trump’s global tariffs exceeded his authority under IEEPA. The duties stay until Oct 14, pending a likely Supreme Court battle, raising global trade uncertainty. #WorldNews #USPolitics
A federal appeals court ruled most of Trump’s global tariffs exceeded his authority under IEEPA. The duties stay until Oct 14, pending a likely Supreme Court battle, raising global trade uncertainty. #WorldNews #USPolitics
U.S. Immigration Crackdown:
Over 14,000 migrants, mostly Venezuelans, are heading home after the U.S. ended its asylum app, causing a 97% drop in northbound migration. Many face danger and hardship on the return journey. The UN urges urgent aid and protection. #Trump #WorldNews
Over 14,000 migrants, mostly Venezuelans, are heading home after the U.S. ended its asylum app, causing a 97% drop in northbound migration. Many face danger and hardship on the return journey. The UN urges urgent aid and protection. #Trump #WorldNews
August 30, 2025 at 3:46 AM
U.S. Immigration Crackdown:
Over 14,000 migrants, mostly Venezuelans, are heading home after the U.S. ended its asylum app, causing a 97% drop in northbound migration. Many face danger and hardship on the return journey. The UN urges urgent aid and protection. #Trump #WorldNews
Over 14,000 migrants, mostly Venezuelans, are heading home after the U.S. ended its asylum app, causing a 97% drop in northbound migration. Many face danger and hardship on the return journey. The UN urges urgent aid and protection. #Trump #WorldNews
🇺🇦 Ukraine Eases Travel Ban:
Ukraine now allows men aged 18–22 to travel abroad until they turn 23, relaxing wartime restrictions for the first time since 2022. Officials say it supports education and jobs, though critics warn it may strain military manpower. #Ukraine #Worldnews
Ukraine now allows men aged 18–22 to travel abroad until they turn 23, relaxing wartime restrictions for the first time since 2022. Officials say it supports education and jobs, though critics warn it may strain military manpower. #Ukraine #Worldnews
August 29, 2025 at 3:14 AM
🇺🇦 Ukraine Eases Travel Ban:
Ukraine now allows men aged 18–22 to travel abroad until they turn 23, relaxing wartime restrictions for the first time since 2022. Officials say it supports education and jobs, though critics warn it may strain military manpower. #Ukraine #Worldnews
Ukraine now allows men aged 18–22 to travel abroad until they turn 23, relaxing wartime restrictions for the first time since 2022. Officials say it supports education and jobs, though critics warn it may strain military manpower. #Ukraine #Worldnews
Putin, Kim to Attend Beijing Parade:
Putin and Kim Jong Un will join Xi in Beijing’s Sept. 3 military parade, showcasing hypersonic arms and signaling deepening ties among Russia, China, and North Korea as Western leaders skip the event. #Geopolitics #China
Putin and Kim Jong Un will join Xi in Beijing’s Sept. 3 military parade, showcasing hypersonic arms and signaling deepening ties among Russia, China, and North Korea as Western leaders skip the event. #Geopolitics #China
August 28, 2025 at 6:50 AM
Putin, Kim to Attend Beijing Parade:
Putin and Kim Jong Un will join Xi in Beijing’s Sept. 3 military parade, showcasing hypersonic arms and signaling deepening ties among Russia, China, and North Korea as Western leaders skip the event. #Geopolitics #China
Putin and Kim Jong Un will join Xi in Beijing’s Sept. 3 military parade, showcasing hypersonic arms and signaling deepening ties among Russia, China, and North Korea as Western leaders skip the event. #Geopolitics #China
Australia Expels Iranian Envoy:
Australia has declared Iran’s ambassador persona non grata and given him seven days to leave, after ASIO linked the Iranian regime to antisemitic arson attacks in Sydney and Melbourne. The IRGC will also be labeled a terrorist group. #Australia #Iran #Breaking
Australia has declared Iran’s ambassador persona non grata and given him seven days to leave, after ASIO linked the Iranian regime to antisemitic arson attacks in Sydney and Melbourne. The IRGC will also be labeled a terrorist group. #Australia #Iran #Breaking
August 26, 2025 at 9:32 AM
Australia Expels Iranian Envoy:
Australia has declared Iran’s ambassador persona non grata and given him seven days to leave, after ASIO linked the Iranian regime to antisemitic arson attacks in Sydney and Melbourne. The IRGC will also be labeled a terrorist group. #Australia #Iran #Breaking
Australia has declared Iran’s ambassador persona non grata and given him seven days to leave, after ASIO linked the Iranian regime to antisemitic arson attacks in Sydney and Melbourne. The IRGC will also be labeled a terrorist group. #Australia #Iran #Breaking
Greenland Rare Earths:
Greenland holds huge rare earth mineral reserves vital for EVs, defense tech, and renewable energy. Europe views the island as a key alternative to China’s dominance. But development remains stalled by mining bans and legal disputes. #Greenland #Geoeconomics #Mining
Greenland holds huge rare earth mineral reserves vital for EVs, defense tech, and renewable energy. Europe views the island as a key alternative to China’s dominance. But development remains stalled by mining bans and legal disputes. #Greenland #Geoeconomics #Mining
August 26, 2025 at 1:28 AM
Greenland Rare Earths:
Greenland holds huge rare earth mineral reserves vital for EVs, defense tech, and renewable energy. Europe views the island as a key alternative to China’s dominance. But development remains stalled by mining bans and legal disputes. #Greenland #Geoeconomics #Mining
Greenland holds huge rare earth mineral reserves vital for EVs, defense tech, and renewable energy. Europe views the island as a key alternative to China’s dominance. But development remains stalled by mining bans and legal disputes. #Greenland #Geoeconomics #Mining
Trump Signals Another Kim Summit:
Trump told South Korean President Lee he’d like to meet Kim Jong Un again this year, highlighting their ongoing relationship. Lee backed the idea, suggesting Washington's role could boost peace efforts on the Korean Peninsula. #Diplomacy #Korea #Trump
Trump told South Korean President Lee he’d like to meet Kim Jong Un again this year, highlighting their ongoing relationship. Lee backed the idea, suggesting Washington's role could boost peace efforts on the Korean Peninsula. #Diplomacy #Korea #Trump
August 26, 2025 at 1:24 AM
Trump Signals Another Kim Summit:
Trump told South Korean President Lee he’d like to meet Kim Jong Un again this year, highlighting their ongoing relationship. Lee backed the idea, suggesting Washington's role could boost peace efforts on the Korean Peninsula. #Diplomacy #Korea #Trump
Trump told South Korean President Lee he’d like to meet Kim Jong Un again this year, highlighting their ongoing relationship. Lee backed the idea, suggesting Washington's role could boost peace efforts on the Korean Peninsula. #Diplomacy #Korea #Trump