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AI summaryA US federal judge struck down President Donald Trump's $100,000 fee on new H-1B visas, ruling it an unlawful tax that Congress never authorized. The decision, welcomed by US lawmakers, is expected to be challenged by the White House on appeal.
AI summaryBrazilian President Lula da Silva warned US President Donald Trump against interfering in Brazil's October presidential election, amid tensions over tariffs, judicial rulings, and Trump's support for the Bolsonaro family. The warning came after Brazil's Supreme Court sentenced Eduardo Bolsonaro to prison, and as Trump endorsed Flavio Bolsonaro's candidacy.
AI summarySouth Korea's stock exchange activated a buy-side sidecar as the KOSPI spiked on optimism over a potential U.S.-Iran deal. The surge, driven by tech stocks and AI sentiment, marks continued volatility in the market, with sidecar triggers this year reaching levels not seen since the 2008 financial crisis.
AI summaryRenewed tit-for-tat strikes between Israel and Iran over the weekend have heightened Middle East tensions, despite US President Donald Trump's calls for restraint. Analysts suggest the escalation underscores Trump's limited control over Israeli actions and may strengthen Iran's hand in ongoing negotiations with Washington.
AI summaryIran and Israel have paused tit-for-tat attacks following a brief escalation, marking the first exchange of fire since a US-brokered ceasefire two months ago. Both sides have warned of retaliation if provoked, while international leaders urge restraint. The conflict has already impacted global energy prices and raised fears of a wider war.
AI summaryThe United States has imposed additional visa restrictions on over 100 Nicaraguan officials and their families, following the death of Indigenous leader Brooklyn Rivera in government custody. Secretary of State Marco Rubio described the circumstances as 'horrific,' bringing the total number of Nicaraguan officials barred from the US to over 2,350.
AI summaryExiled Iranian Crown Prince Reza Pahlavi has denounced the upcoming US-Iran Memorandum of Understanding as 'morally wrong and strategically misguided,' arguing that diplomacy with the Islamic Republic will not end regional instability. His remarks follow recent military exchanges between Iran and Israel and come amid ongoing US-mediated negotiations.
AI summaryA stabbing at New York's Penn Station on Sunday night left six people injured, with one victim in serious condition. The suspect, believed to be homeless and emotionally disturbed, was taken into custody. The attack came ahead of a heightened security period as President Trump planned to attend an NBA Finals game at Madison Square Garden.
AI summaryIn an interview with NBC's 'Meet the Press' filmed on a Wisconsin farm, President Donald Trump abruptly ended the conversation after being questioned about his unsubstantiated election fraud claims, calling the network 'crooked' and host Kristen Welker 'a big liberal.' The interview, which had been interrupted by rain and audio issues, saw Trump walk out after Welker pressed him for evidence.
AI summaryPresident Donald Trump pushed back against criticism that the U.S. military action in Iran contradicted his campaign promise of 'no new wars,' saying in an NBC interview that he never guaranteed peace. He also defended a scrapped $1.8 billion compensation fund and repeated unsubstantiated claims of voter fraud in California.
AI summaryColombian President Gustavo Petro accused Israel and the US of importing 'political manipulation' tactics from 'free Palestine' to 'free Latin America,' prompting a sharp response from Israel's UN ambassador. Separately, a planned meeting between Petro and New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani was canceled, reportedly after pressure from the Trump administration over visa restrictions tied to Petro's criticism of US support for Israel.
AI summaryIsrael launched airstrikes on military targets in western and central Iran, hours after President Trump urged restraint. The exchange marks the first direct attacks between the two countries since a ceasefire two months ago, raising fears of a broader regional war.
AI summaryThe leaders of the UK, France and Germany have endorsed Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy's proposal for direct ceasefire talks with Russia, following a meeting in London. The move comes amid continued drone attacks and Russian strikes, with Moscow dismissing the proposal for now.
AI summaryU.S. President Donald Trump abruptly ended a recorded interview with NBC's 'Meet the Press' after repeated challenges from host Kristen Welker over unsubstantiated claims of election fraud. The exchange, recorded Friday and aired Sunday, covered topics from the 2020 election to the Iran conflict, with the president accusing the press of being 'crooked' before removing his microphone.
AI summaryPresident Donald Trump has said the United States will secure and destroy Iran's highly enriched uranium regardless of whether negotiations produce a deal, warning of military action if necessary. His comments, reported by TASS, come as Washington and Tehran discuss the future of Iranian nuclear stockpiles.
AI summaryIsraeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu announced plans to expand military control over 70% of the Gaza Strip, citing Hamas's refusal to disarm. Reports indicate the Israeli army has already increased its control from 53% to 59% since the October 2025 ceasefire.
AI summaryUS media report that the Pentagon's Defense Intelligence Agency has upgraded its counterintelligence threat assessment for Israel to 'critical', citing concerns over Israeli spying on US officials amid US-Israeli tensions over the Iran war. The Israeli Embassy denies the allegations, calling them 'completely false'.