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Trump Calls for Nationalizing US Voting Amid False 2020 Claims
President Trump stated the Republican Party should 'nationalize' voting, repeating false allegations of illegal voting in his 2020 loss to Biden during an interview with Dan Bongino, former FBI deputy director. This comes as over 1,500 active-duty troops were removed from alert status after Trump's Insurrection Act threats over Minnesota protests.
Eight more federal prosecutors have left Minnesota's U.S. Attorney’s Office, totaling 14 this year.
US-Iran Officials to Meet in Istanbul on Nuclear Program
U.S. envoy Steve Witkoff and Jared Kushner will meet Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi in Istanbul Friday to discuss Iran's nuclear program and regional tensions, with Turkey, Qatar, and Egypt attending. Trump has threatened to bomb Iran after deploying a 'massive armada' near it, while preparing for talks and potential war.
Witkoff met Netanyahu in Israel beforehand.
Right-Wing Populist Laura Fernández Wins Costa Rica Presidency
Laura Fernández, 39-year-old successor to President Rodrigo Chaves, won Costa Rica's presidency with a strong lead, campaigning on tough-on-crime policies including harsher sentences and mandatory prison labor. She proposes a massive prison modeled on El Salvador's CECOT center by Nayib Bukele.
Preliminary results from Sunday's election confirmed her commanding victory.
Clintons Agree to Testify in Epstein Investigation
Former President Bill Clinton and Hillary Clinton reversed course to testify before the House Oversight Committee on Jeffrey Epstein, avoiding a contempt vote. Calls grow to impeach Attorney General Pam Bondi after the Justice Department released unredacted nude photos of possible Epstein victims.
The investigation targets the late sex offender's ties.
Russia Launches Massive Missile Assault on Ukraine
Russia fired over 70 missiles and 450 drones at Ukraine's energy infrastructure in a major winter offensive. The attack targets critical infrastructure amid ongoing conflict.
This escalates tensions as Ukraine faces heightened bombardment.
US Partial Government Shutdown Enters Fourth Day
The U.S. faces a partial shutdown over deadlocked funding for immigration enforcement, affecting thousands of federal workers. Lawmakers struggle to resolve the impasse as Speaker Johnson seeks GOP votes.
Procedural votes aim to advance a bill amid shutdown pressures.
Israel Debates Response to Potential Iran Attack
Israeli leaders discuss striking Iran without full U.S. backing as Trump favors a nuclear deal, with Witkoff meeting Netanyahu and security chiefs. Netanyahu weighs acting independently amid U.S.-Iran talks.
Debates intensify on Gaza escalations and Hamas rebuilding concerns.
Trump Seeks $1 Billion from Harvard University
President Trump announced he is demanding $1 billion from Harvard, amid broader U.S. political and economic maneuvers. This follows U.S. tariff cuts boosting India-US ties.
Details on the claim remain emerging.
India-US Trade Deal Boosts Rupee, PM Modi Praises
India-US deal led to rupee gaining 1.2% to 90.4 per dollar after U.S. tariff cuts on Indian goods; PM Modi hailed it as boosting self-confidence. Sources confirm oil buys from non-sanctioned nations and farmer protections.
Piyush Goyal called it India's best neighborhood deal.
Rahul Gandhi-Government Face-Off Continues Day 2
Opposition leader Rahul Gandhi clashes with government over former Army chief's Ladakh book, entering day two of confrontation. This highlights internal political tensions in India.
Sonam Wangchuk accused of instigating protests.
Pakistan Defence Minister Addresses Balochistan Militancy
Pakistan's defence minister flags rising militant violence in Balochistan amid JF-17 jet demand surge. Balochistan challenges intensify regional security concerns.
'Punjabi Devils' gang leader convicted in US arms case.
ICC Stands Firm Against Pakistan in India Boycott Row
ICC and cricket boards reject Pakistan's India boycott call, with greats reacting critically; Pakistan cites 'force majeure'. This impacts international sports politics.
Australia-England U19 match sees England fight back.