President Emmanuel Macron and Brigitte Macron have both addressed the rumors publicly. President Macron remarked on the dangers of misinformation, stating, “The worst thing is the false information and fabricated scenarios that undermine trust and spread hatred.†Brigitte Macron has also decried the theory, describing it as a violation of her dignity and a reflection of the darker side of social media.
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King Charles and Queen Camilla may receive an invitation to Washington DC next year to attend the 250th anniversary of the signing of the US Declaration of Independence. King Charles sent a personal message congratulating Trump on his inauguration and reflected on the "enduring special relationship between the UK and US." He sent a handwritten letter to Trump as Trump was sworn into office for the second time.
Casey’s responsibilities included documenting Gaza’s humanitarian and political conditions through classified reports and cables. He grew increasingly frustrated by what he saw as the systemic dismissal of his findings by Washington. He recalled how colleagues would joke that even attaching cash to the daily updates wouldn’t get them noticed. The latest UN figures illustrate the crisis Casey grappled with: over 45,000 Palestinians killed, 90% of the population displaced, and conditions... Expand
A Philippine official stated that China is increasing aggression in the South China Sea, and all response options are considered, including international lawsuits. A large Chinese coast guard ship was spotted near the Philippines, prompting strong warnings from Manila. The situation raises tensions, especially given past confrontations and a possible future legal action by the Philippines.
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Outgoing US President Joe Biden delivered his final foreign policy speech, highlighting the strengthened American alliances, NATO's increased defense spending, and successful actions in Ukraine. He emphasized the nearing Gaza ceasefire deal and recounted the troop withdrawal from Afghanistan. Biden underscored the US's superiority over China and reaffirmed the importance of climate action.