A judge in Paris takes up a complaint against Prince Mohammed bin Salman in connection with the murder of journalist Khashoggi. The case concerns torture and enforced disappearance.
The Pentagon canceled the deployment of 4,000 troops to Poland at the direction of Pete Hegseth. Republicans called the decision a slap in the face to NATO allies.
The World Health Organization has found no signs of mutation in the Andes hantavirus. Passengers on the cruise ship were recommended to observe a 42-day quarantine.
Trump concluded his visit to the PRC and allowed for a review of arms sales to Taiwan. The purchase of Boeing aircraft and the development of artificial intelligence were also discussed.
Rutte will discuss investments in air defense and missiles with defense companies. The goal is to strengthen Europe and demonstrate to Donald Trump a readiness for spending.
Long Island Rail Road workers have gone on strike following the collapse of negotiations with the MTA. Over 250,000 daily passengers will face a transportation collapse.
Trump has delayed $14 billion in arms sales to Taiwan for the sake of negotiations with China. The fate of air defense and missile deliveries now depends on decisions from Beijing.
Beef consumption in Argentina has fallen to 44. 5 kg per person due to Javier Milei's policies. Citizens are switching to cheaper pork and poultry.
Trump wavers on $14 billion arms sale to Taiwan after meeting with Xi Jinping. Taipei requests the US to continue military support.
Hackers breached fuel control systems at US gas stations due to a lack of passwords. Iran is suspected in the attack, though actual fuel levels remained unchanged.
On May 19-20, Putin will visit the PRC for negotiations with Xi Jinping and the signing of a series of agreements. The visit will take place following the Chinese leader's summit with Donald Trump.
A Kentucky school district has reached a settlement with YouTube, TikTok, and Snap in a case regarding harm to teenagers' mental health. Meta is set to face trial in June.
Trump announced the liquidation of ISIS leader Abu-Bilal al-Minuki during a joint US-Nigeria mission. He headed the terrorist network in the African Sahel.
Trump discussed strengthening the alliance with the Japanese Prime Minister after a meeting with Xi Jinping. The leaders reaffirmed cooperation in the region due to the situation surrounding Taiwan.
Trump is considering the resumption of massive strikes on Iran and its nuclear facilities. The Pentagon has prepared escalation plans for next week.
Due to drought and aid reductions, Somalia is once again threatened by large-scale famine. More than six million people are in a state of food crisis.
The Commander of US Special Operations Command stated an excessive dependence on companies for drone modernization. The Ukrainian experience of rapid equipment adaptation has become an example.
China's Ambassador to the UN called the US resolution on the Strait of Hormuz ill-timed. Beijing calls on the parties to negotiate and hints at a possible veto of the document.
The number of migrant arrests at the U. S. border has increased by 50% since the beginning of Trump's second term. In April, border guards detained nearly 9,000 people.
BAE Systems has presented the 155mm MDACS system for the low-cost downing of aerial targets using HVP projectiles. The first battery is planned to be delivered to the US Army by 2027.
The US plans to reduce water consumption from the Colorado River by 3 million acre-feet. This is necessary to protect Lake Mead and Lake Powell reservoirs from falling to critically low levels.
The US plans to issue oil drilling permits in Alaska within 30 days to lower prices. The new system will accelerate the implementation of the large-scale Willow project.
U. S. Department of Justice prepares indictment against Raúl Castro over the 1996 shootdown of aircraft. The move is linked to increased pressure on Havana due to events in Venezuela.
Trump announced US permission for the passage of three Chinese tankers carrying Iranian oil. This decision was made ahead of negotiations with Chinese leader Xi Jinping.
Brent and WTI oil prices rose by over 3% due to new disputes between the US and Iran. The market is reacting to the threat to shipping in the Strait of Hormuz.
The US has charged an Iraqi man with plotting terrorist attacks against Jewish sites in Europe and America. The militant was detained in New York and faces life imprisonment.
SpaceX plans to raise $75 billion through a Nasdaq listing under the ticker SPCX. Elon Musk's company valuation will exceed $2 trillion.
Trump has introduced the first-ever National Shabbat in US history from May 15 to 16. The initiative is timed to coincide with the 250th anniversary of independence and Jewish heritage.
Trump stated there is no unconditional support for Taiwan and did not confirm the provision of weapons. The US President seeks to avoid direct conflict with China.
About 60 U. S. officers are training to electronically disable drones at the FIFA World Cup. The FBI will coordinate airspace protection in key cities.
