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Trump unveils new US passport with his own face inside

President Donald Trump has unveiled a limited-edition US passport design featuring his portrait and signature to commemorate America's 250th anniversary of independence. The State Department will issue the commemorative passports from July 6 at the Washington Passport Agency, with availability limited and requiring in-person appointments. The design has drawn criticism from Democrats, who see it as part of Trump's broader branding of government institutions.

5 outlets · 5 articles Jun 27

Trump attacks Democrats as ‘godless communists’ in test of midterms message

US President Donald Trump has seized on progressive primary wins in New York to portray Democrats as 'godless communists,' previewing a Republican midterm strategy. The remarks at the Faith & Freedom Coalition conference and on Truth Social drew coverage from Al Jazeera, France 24 and The Guardian, which noted the conflation of democratic socialism with communism.

3 outlets · 4 articles Jun 26

Former US national security adviser John Bolton pleads guilty to illegally having top secret info

John Bolton, former national security adviser to Donald Trump, pleaded guilty to illegally retaining classified information. He faces up to five years in prison, a $2.25 million fine, and other penalties under a plea deal. Sentencing is scheduled for October 28.

7 outlets · 7 articles Jun 26

Russia preparing possible ‘provocation’ in Baltic states or Poland, sources say

Poland and Baltic states are preparing for potential Russian provocations, with US intelligence warnings and Latvian intelligence citing hybrid attack risks. NATO's Article 5 commitment and upcoming summit in Turkey are central to the response.

4 outlets · 4 articles Jun 26

US Senate reverses course on president’s war powers

The US Senate voted to block an Iran war powers resolution, reversing course after President Trump clashed with Republican lawmakers in a closed-door lunch. The White House pressured senators to shift positions, and the administration is seeking $70 billion for the war effort.

1 outlet · 2 articles Jun 26

U.S. House Speaker Johnson tries to patch things up between Trump and Congress

House Speaker Mike Johnson met with President Donald Trump to address legislative gridlock over the SAVE America Act, a controversial voter ID bill, and to reschedule a housing bill signing. The meeting follows a contentious Senate recess and a shouting match over the US-Israel war on Iran, while critics warn the voting restrictions could disenfranchise citizens.

2 outlets · 2 articles Jun 26

US Supreme Court sides with Trump in asylum-processing case

The US Supreme Court ruled 6-3 that asylum seekers can be turned away at the southern border if they have not yet set foot on US soil, allowing the Trump administration to revive the 'metering' policy. The decision overturns a lower court's ruling and drew a sharp dissent from liberal justices.

3 outlets · 3 articles Jun 25

White House seeks extra funds for Iran war as part of $87.6bn request

The Trump administration has formally asked Congress for $87.6 billion in additional spending, with roughly $67 billion earmarked for Defense Department needs linked to the war with Iran. The request, sent by the Office of Management and Budget, also covers farm aid and Ebola response funding and arrives amid congressional resistance and a recent war-powers vote.

5 outlets · 5 articles Jun 25

Supreme Court allows Trump administration to lift deportation protections for Haitians, Syrians

The U.S. Supreme Court ruled 6–3 to allow the Trump administration to terminate Temporary Protected Status (TPS) for Haitians and Syrians, affecting about 350,000 Haitians and 6,000 Syrians. The decision could pave the way for ending protections for other nationalities, sparking concerns among advocates about deportations and family separation.

5 outlets · 5 articles Jun 25

Senate Republicans reject Iran war powers measure after Trump pressure

The US Senate rejected a war powers resolution aimed at limiting President Donald Trump's authority over Iran, hours after Trump berated Republican senators. The measure failed 47-50-1, with key Republicans like Bill Cassidy and Rand Paul changing their votes, while Trump praised the outcome on Truth Social.

3 outlets · 4 articles Jun 25

Gaza Board of Peace prepares for Cyprus summit as first Moroccan contingent deploys - analysis

Morocco, Albania, and Greece are set to join the International Stabilization Force in Gaza, with the first Moroccan planning officers already in Israel. The Gaza Board of Peace will hold a summit in Cyprus on June 30 and July 1, as the force moves towards its full deployment.

1 outlet · 2 articles Jun 25

Any US-Iran deal will ensure security of Gulf allies, Rubio assures GCC nations during Mideast tour

US Secretary of State Marco Rubio concluded a Gulf tour with assurances that any deal with Iran would safeguard allies' security, as Gulf states fear the accord is too soft. He also denied reports that Israel is trying to undermine the agreement, while Iranian sources warn that US statements during the visit risk derailing the ceasefire.

4 outlets · 5 articles Jun 25

Trump opens 250th US birthday party with a campaign-style rally

President Donald Trump launched America's 250th anniversary celebrations with a campaign-style rally on the National Mall, declaring 'America is back.' The event faced controversy as several musical acts withdrew, and the newly renovated Lincoln Memorial reflecting pool encountered setbacks.

2 outlets · 3 articles Jun 25

Trump to meet munitions makers amid push to replenish weapons stockpiles

President Donald Trump is scheduled to meet with munitions makers at the White House as his administration pushes to expand weapons production after military operations drew down US stockpiles. The Pentagon also awarded Lockheed Martin a contract to ramp up THAAD interceptor production, while Kremlin spokesman Dmitry Peskov commented that the US economy is undergoing militarization.

2 outlets · 3 articles Jun 25

Colombia's 'El Tigre' secures presidency as leftist rival finally concedes defeat

Abelardo de la Espriella, known as 'El Tigre', won Colombia's presidential runoff, narrowly defeating leftist Iván Cepeda. Cepeda conceded after days of challenge, while outgoing President Gustavo Petro alleged fraud without providing evidence. The result marks a sharp rightward shift, with de la Espriella promising an 'iron fist' against crime and closer ties to the US.

7 outlets · 11 articles Jun 24

European allies let US down during Iran conflict, Trump says

US President Donald Trump expressed disappointment with NATO allies for not offering support during the US-Israel war on Iran, saying 'We were let down.' NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte defended European contributions, noting thousands of US flights took off from European bases. Trump also praised Turkey's president for staying out of the conflict.

4 outlets · 5 articles Jun 24

Top European leaders vow ‘strong’ support for Ukraine ahead of NATO summit

Leaders of the E5 nations met in Berlin, pledging to deepen NATO-Ukraine ties and increase defense spending. German Chancellor Friedrich Merz said the time for negotiations with Russia will come, while stressing Europe's continued support for Ukraine.

3 outlets · 4 articles Jun 24

Did Qatar's prime minister 'snub' JD Vance? Doha, Washington deny claim

A viral clip from the US-Iran talks in Switzerland sparked online claims that Qatar's Prime Minister snubbed US Vice President JD Vance. The Qatari PM and the White House have both rejected the narrative, with officials pointing to Iranian propaganda and the video being taken out of context.

1 outlet · 2 articles Jun 24

Rubio says tolls on Strait of Hormuz will not happen

U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio and Vice President JD Vance have both rejected any tolls on the Strait of Hormuz, with Vance emphasizing that international waterways must remain free. The statements come amid a 60-day negotiation period between Washington and Tehran, while South Korea-linked ships remain trapped in the strait.

2 outlets · 3 articles Jun 24

US-Iran deal may leave Israel's Netanyahu as biggest casualty

Analysts say the interim US-Iran deal to end the February war has reversed Benjamin Netanyahu's narrative of being the Israeli leader who could bend Washington on Iran. He is now forced to accept US policy, boxed in between Washington and his domestic base, and his political brand—built on influencing US presidents—may be the biggest casualty of the conflict.

2 outlets · 2 articles Jun 24