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Is Trump Lying? POTUS Claims He Ended a 14-Year African War Where '15 Million Had Their Heads Chopped Off'

Donald Trump claimed to have ended the Rwanda-DRC conflict, citing exaggerated numbers. Official records contradict his statements, revealing ongoing fighting and a real peace agreement.

International Business Times UK

Top State Department Official Accused of Going 'Rogue. With Venezuela Policy: Report

Deputy Secretary of State Chris Landau is suspected of misrepresenting Washington's position on Venezuelan opposition leader María Corina Machado returning to her home country following two earthquakes.

International Business Times

Senior Official Clashes With Trump Admin Over Blocking Machado's Return to Quake-Stricken Venezuela

Reports reveal internal clashes within the State Department over Venezuelan opposition leader María Corina Machado's post-earthquake travel plans, sparking confusion among foreign officials.

Latin Times

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Mexican Families Face 25-Year Wait To Reunite In U.S. As Visa Caps Freeze Legal Pathways

Mexican families trying to reunite legally in the United States are facing waits that can stretch a quarter of a century, according to a new analysis of the family-based immigration system.

Latin Times

How US is using cash and threats to dump migrants in Africa

ABUJA - It began with threats of US visa bans on a swathe of African nations. Then Washington started to scatter migrants from all over the world to various corners of the continent, often with cash sweeteners for their governments.

Bangkok Post

EU Cracks Down On Chinese Imports And Joins Pax Silica In Bid To Cut Strategic Dependence

The European Union has taken new measures to protect its steel industry and curb the flood of low-value e-commerce parcels. The moves escalate its push to rebalance a trade relationship with China that officials now call strategically unsustainable.

Benzinga

Vance and Rubio diverge on Iran as both emerge as 2028 contenders

Their distinct backgrounds and policy experiences have led them down separate paths

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Trump's White House Allegedly Rebuilt Federal Websites Quietly With Hidden Visitor Tracking Tools

An investigation raises privacy concerns over federal websites developed by the National Design Studio, alleging use of tracking technology without proper transparency.

International Business Times UK

U.S. Boots on the Ground in Venezuela as Massive Earthquake Relief Mission Expands

For the first time in years, U.S. military personnel are operating on Venezuelan soil as part of a large-scale humanitarian mission following the twin earthquakes that devastated the South American nation, marking an extraordinary moment in relations between Washington and Caracas.

Latin Times

Senators Move to Block Trump's Face from US Passports, Calling It 'Anti-Democratic' and a 'Waste of Taxpayer Money'

US senators urge the State Department to halt plans for limited-edition passports marking USA's 250th anniversary featuring Trump's image, citing concerns over precedent and taxpayer costs.{P

International Business Times UK

JD Vance, Rubio strike different tone on Iran and Israel

US-Iran war: Divergent remarks from Vice President JD Vance and Secretary of State Marco Rubio regarding Israel's military actions in Lebanon and the U.S.-Iran deal reveal rifts within the Trump administration. While Vance condemned the Israeli bombings, Rubio supported them, showcasing their contrasting foreign policy approaches. This clash offers insights…

The Economic Times

Israel, Lebanon deny that Israel has withdrawn from part of southern Lebanon

Senior Israeli and Lebanese officials have refuted claims of an Israeli troop withdrawal from southern Lebanon, contradicting a U.S. official's statement about a "good faith gesture." While discussions continue on a U.S.-backed proposal for Lebanon's military to take control of parts of the territory, on-the-ground reports indicate Israeli forces are…

The Economic Times

Trump is defying Congress on foreign aid

Congress gave orders to Trump officials on foreign aid spending, but officials have largely refused

Salon

George Washington letter accepting British surrender to go on display for the first time

The letter set in motion the negotiations that led to the 1783 Treaty of Paris, when Britain formally recognised the independence of the United States

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US flight carrying deported migrants lands in Central African Republic

The first plane carrying Iranian, Afghan, Turkish and Georgian migrants deported from the United States arrived in Bangui in the Central African Republic on Friday evening as part of a controversial US programme to send undocumented foreigners – some of whom have legal protections – to third countries. The Central…

Reason

Marco Rubio's 'Cage Fights for Diplomacy' Are Another Form of Crony Capitalism

Instead of dismantling the cultural exchange bureau, the State Department wants it to sponsor sports leagues.

The Independent UK

Trump admin strained emergency funds during scramble to rescue American woman during Hantavirus outbreak

The Trump administration has put up $750,000 to charter a private yacht to evacuate a single American citizen from a remote South Pacific island after she had been aboard a cruise ship at the center of a deadly hantavirus outbreak

The Times of India

Zohran Mamdani wanted to meet Colombian president Gustavo Petro who posted 'Heil Hitler' on X. Trump said 'No'

It was supposed to be New York mayor Zohran Mamdani's first meeting with a foreign leader but President Donald Trump nixed the scheduled meeting of Mamdani with Colombian president Gustavo Petro, a fellow democratic socialist. The Washington Post reported that the Colombian government quietly called off the meeting after a…

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The Independent UK

‘Troubling’ Trump health deals with Africa jeopardise human rights, report says

Report from Human Rights Watch says countries should be ‘wary’ of US push for agreements with individual African nations

International Business Times UK

UFC Cage Fights Enlisted for Global Diplomacy as Trump Administration Approves Historic White House Match

The US government partners with UFC in a unique sports diplomacy initiative, marking a first-of-its-kind public-private partnership to enhance global mixed martial arts growth.

The Independent UK

Trump administration to sell faster visa interviews for $750 in new pilot program

The State Department will soon offer a “premium” expedited service for foreigners seeking business or tourist visas that will set applicants back $750 on top of the basic processing fee of $185

The National (Scotland)

Keir Starmer pressed to act after US state department wades into Nowak case

KEIR Starmer has been urged to summon the US ambassador to the UK after the State Department “fanned the flames of division” on Henry Nowak’s…

The Economic Times

US optimistic about progress in trade talks with India; deal a priority: State Dept

The US is optimistic about trade negotiations with India, with a bilateral trade deal remaining a priority for the Trump administration. State Department Spokesperson Tommy Pigott highlighted constructive discussions and the role of US Ambassador Sergio Gor in advancing trade and investment ties. Regarding immigration, Pigott stated visa laws are…

International Business Times UK

Marco Rubio Warns AI Destruction of White-Collar Careers 'Over Time Could Destabilise Societies All Over the World'

Secretary of State Marco Rubio warns Congress about AI's potential to destabilise societies, emphasising the political implications of white-collar job disruption and the global AI race with China.

International Business Times UK

How to Bypass Post Office Queues and Renew Your US Passport Online in 40 Minutes

US citizens can now renew their 10-year passports online in 40 minutes via MyTravelGov, eliminating paperwork and post office visits, though processing times remain unchanged.

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