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Recent developments in the Middle East: Israel confirms it will retain authority over the Gaza-Egypt border crossing.

Israeli officials announced they will retain oversight of the Rafah border crossing that connects Egypt to the Gaza Strip during the initial phase of a ceasefire agreement with Hamas. A declaration...

Afghan refugees escaping the Taliban call on Trump to reinstate the halted refugee program.

ISLAMABAD — Afghans who escaped their country following the Taliban's takeover have made a heartfelt plea to President Donald Trump, asking for an exemption from a recent order that pauses the relocation...

Trump administration halts travel for refugees approved for resettlement in the US

In Washington, recent actions taken by the Trump administration have led to the cancellation of travel arrangements for refugees who had previously been approved to resettle in the United States prior to...

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Alleged settlers assaulted Palestinian communities shortly before Trump revoked Biden’s sanctions.

International Crisis @USLive - January 21, 2025, 11:27 pm

**Jinsafut, West Bank** In a recent turn of events late Monday, suspected Jewish settlers attacked Palestinian villages in the occupied West Bank, causing...

Palestinians face devastation in Gaza’s ‘abandoned cities’

International Crisis @USLive - January 21, 2025, 5:32 pm

RAFAH, Gaza Strip — The recent ceasefire has brought a temporary pause after over 15 months of continuous conflict between Israel and Hamas, however,...

Davos 2025 responds to Trump’s approach, while EU leader spearheads climate change initiatives.

Business @USLive - January 21, 2025, 3:52 pm

Davos, Switzerland — As the annual World Economic Forum event commenced in the picturesque Swiss Alps, U.S. President Donald Trump made headlines with his...

White House celebrates the liberation of two Americans in a Taliban exchange facilitated by Biden and Qatar

International Crisis @USLive - January 21, 2025, 3:36 pm

WASHINGTON — A recent prisoner exchange between the United States and the Taliban has led to the release of two Americans in return for...

Ohio derailment settlement: Residents required to post $850,000 bond for appeal, remain determined to fight on.

All USA Updates Minute by Minute @USLive - January 21, 2025, 2:37 pm

Residents who are contesting the $600 million settlement related to the catastrophic train derailment in East Palestine have petitioned a court to overturn an...

Trump aims to withdraw the US from the World Health Organization once more. Here’s what could follow.

Health @USLive - January 21, 2025, 10:26 am

WASHINGTON - On his first day back in office, President Donald Trump executed a series of executive actions, one of which initiated...

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Mexico asserts its sovereignty in response to US efforts to designate cartels as terrorist organizations.

Business @USLive - January 21, 2025, 9:06 am

MEXICO CITY — President Claudia Sheinbaum of Mexico addressed the ramifications of President Donald Trump's recent executive order, which seeks to label drug cartels...

Trump confuses Spain with a BRICS nation and reiterates the risk of large tariffs

Business @USLive - January 21, 2025, 6:05 am

BARCELONA, Spain — President Donald Trump recently sparked confusion by inaccurately identifying Spain as a member of the BRICS nations, which include Brazil, Russia,...

Severe landslides and flash flooding in Indonesia’s Java island result in 17 fatalities and 8 individuals unaccounted for.

International Crisis @USLive - January 21, 2025, 3:41 am

JAKARTA, Indonesia — Rescue teams in Indonesia have found the remains of at least 17 individuals who were either swept away by sudden floods...

Fifteen months into the conflict, Hamas continues to govern the remnants of Gaza.

International Crisis @USLive - January 20, 2025, 11:13 pm

As a ceasefire brings a momentary peace to the devastated cities of Gaza, Hamas has emerged from its sheltered existence. The militant group has...

Canada prepares to take action if Trump implements extensive tariffs on February 1.

Business @USLive - January 20, 2025, 7:47 pm

TORONTO — Senior Canadian officials announced on Monday that the nation stands prepared to respond should President Donald Trump follow through with his intention...

Trump enacted multiple executive orders on his first day. What are his key focuses?

Business @USLive - January 20, 2025, 7:05 pm

Trump’s Executive Actions on Day 1 President Donald Trump has embarked on an...

Trump reissues executive order for US exit from Paris climate accord

Business @USLive - January 20, 2025, 4:33 pm

WASHINGTON — On Monday, President Donald Trump enacted an executive order to initiate the United States' withdrawal from the Paris climate agreement once again....

Wealth of billionaires increased significantly in 2024, claims anti-poverty organization ahead of another Davos meeting.

Business @USLive - January 20, 2025, 12:13 pm

Davos, Switzerland - A recent report from Oxfam International reveals that the wealth of billionaires increased at a rate three times higher in 2024...

Teen admits guilt in fatal stabbings during Taylor Swift-inspired dance class in England

International Crisis @USLive - January 20, 2025, 12:02 pm

LONDON — A teenager from the U.K. has admitted guilt in the stabbing deaths of three young girls and the attempted murder of ten...

King’s Atlanta church commemorates MLK Day with daughter addressing concerns over anti-woke discourse.

All USA Updates Minute by Minute @USLive - January 20, 2025, 12:00 pm

ATLANTA — A powerful performance from a 70-member choir resonated through the Ebenezer Baptist Church on Monday, celebrating Martin Luther King Jr. Day with...

Cyprus leaders unable to agree on new border crossings amid ethnic tensions

International Crisis @USLive - January 20, 2025, 6:01 am

NICOSIA, Cyprus — A recent discussion between the leaders of ethnically divided Cyprus concluded without a consensus on fostering trust between the two communities,...

Official reports indicate that over 80 individuals have died in northeastern Colombia amid unsuccessful peace negotiations.

International Crisis @USLive - January 20, 2025, 4:35 am

BOGOTÁ, Colombia — Over the weekend, more than 80 individuals lost their lives in northeastern Colombia amid a surge of violence following the government's...

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