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U.S. State Department suspends new financial assistance for most international aid initiatives

WASHINGTON — On Friday, the State Department implemented a comprehensive halt on new funding for nearly all U.S. foreign assistance programs, with notable exceptions made for emergency food aid and military support...

UN halts all travel to Houthi-controlled regions of Yemen due to staff detentions.

DUBAI, United Arab Emirates — On Friday, the United Nations announced a halt to all travel into regions controlled by Yemen's Houthi rebels following the detention of additional U.N. personnel by the...

Philippines introduces comic book to combat China’s ‘misinformation’ regarding the contested South China Sea

The Philippines has unveiled a comic book aimed at countering what it describes as China's aggressive disinformation efforts regarding territorial claims in the South China Sea. The 40-page publication, titled "The Stories...

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Taliban dismiss legal attempt to apprehend senior leaders over mistreatment of Afghan women and girls

International Crisis @USLive - January 24, 2025, 3:06 am

The Taliban asserted their disapproval on Friday regarding a request from an international court aiming to detain two of their senior officials for actions...

Hungary urges EU action on gas conflict with Ukraine

International Crisis @USLive - January 24, 2025, 2:53 am

BUDAPEST, Hungary — On Friday, Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orbán expressed his desire for the European Union to take action regarding a gas dispute...

Palestinians freed from Israeli prisons experience a mix of joy and sorrow.

International Crisis @USLive - January 23, 2025, 10:29 pm

RAMALLAH, West Bank — This week, Dania Hanatsheh found herself amidst a crowd of jubilant Palestinians in Ramallah after her release from an Israeli...

ICC prosecutor seeks arrest warrants for Taliban leaders in Afghanistan for targeting women.

International Crisis @USLive - January 23, 2025, 6:45 pm

THE HAGUE, Netherlands — On Thursday, the chief prosecutor of the International Criminal Court announced his solicitation for arrest warrants targeting two high-ranking Taliban...

Saudi Crown Prince reveals plans for $600 billion investment in the US during conversation with Trump.

Business @USLive - January 23, 2025, 6:17 pm

DUBAI, United Arab Emirates — The Crown Prince of Saudi Arabia revealed ambitions for the kingdom to invest approximately $600 billion in the United...

Gulf of What Now? Trump’s proposals for geographic renaming challenge mapmakers on their next steps.

Alabama @USLive - January 23, 2025, 2:23 pm

What significance does a name change hold? The body of water flanked by the Southern United States, Mexico, and Cuba will remain essential...

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Trump rescinds protections for ex-Secretary of State Pompeo and key aide facing Iranian threats

International Crisis @USLive - January 23, 2025, 1:28 pm

WASHINGTON — Former Secretary of State Mike Pompeo and his close aide, Brian Hook, have had their government security protection revoked by President Donald...

Teen receives over 50-year sentence for killing three girls at Taylor Swift-themed dance class in England

International Crisis @USLive - January 23, 2025, 1:21 pm

LONDON — An 18-year-old has been sentenced to over 50 years in prison for the brutal stabbing of three young girls during a Taylor...

Trump makes an impact with his video message at the World Economic Forum in Davos 2025

Business @USLive - January 23, 2025, 12:00 pm

Davos, Switzerland — During the annual World Economic Forum gathering, U.S. President Donald Trump made an impression on the international audience with his candid...

Davos 2025: Key Highlights from the World Economic Forum Discussions

Business @USLive - January 23, 2025, 9:43 am

Davos, Switzerland — During this week’s World Economic Forum, influential leaders from various sectors gathered to engage in discussions on pressing issues such as...

Waitress perishes in fire at Turkish ski resort, among 78 casualties raising safety concerns again

International Crisis @USLive - January 23, 2025, 7:49 am

ANKARA, Turkey — A waitress has tragically lost her life after sustaining serious injuries from jumping out of a burning hotel at a well-known...

Europe achieves unprecedented clean energy usage while Trump redirects US focus to fossil fuels.

Business @USLive - January 23, 2025, 1:09 am

A new report indicates that a historic 47% of the European Union's electricity is sourced from solar and other renewable energies, highlighting a stark...

More than 50,000 residents face evacuation notices as wildfire threatens properties north of Los Angeles

All USA Updates Minute by Minute @USLive - January 22, 2025, 8:50 pm

Evacuations in Southern California as Wildfire Grows More than 50,000 individuals were facing evacuation orders or warnings on Wednesday, as a significant and rapidly spreading...

What prompts Israel to intensify its operations in the West Bank following the Gaza truce?

International Crisis @USLive - January 22, 2025, 7:20 pm

In the aftermath of a delicate ceasefire agreement in the Gaza Strip, Israel has initiated a significant military operation in the occupied West Bank,...

Ex-El Salvador Leader Mauricio Funes Passes Away in Nicaragua at 65 During Exile

International Crisis @USLive - January 22, 2025, 1:51 pm

Former President of El Salvador, Mauricio Funes, passed away late Tuesday at the age of 65 while residing in Nicaragua. The Health Ministry of...

MrBeast’s team states he isn’t currently involved in the TikTok bidding competition.

Business @USLive - January 22, 2025, 1:49 pm

Jimmy Donaldson, widely recognized as MrBeast, has not yet joined the bidding contest for TikTok, according to a spokesperson for the popular YouTuber. Donaldson...

A insurgent faction is moving toward the largest city in eastern Congo, causing over 100,000 individuals to evacuate.

International Crisis @USLive - January 22, 2025, 8:43 am

NZULO, Congo — The M23 militant group has intensified its offensive towards Goma, the largest city in eastern Congo, resulting in the displacement of...

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...

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