Donald Trump claims foreknowledge of Israel's massive airstrikes on Iran, framing it as a consequence of his ultimatum for a nuclear deal. Despite tensions with Netanyahu, Trump presents the strikes as pressure for negotiations. While the US resupplied Israel and deployed bombers, officials like Rubio distance Washington, raising questions about Israel's unilateral action and potential US involvement.
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The Trump administration plans to broaden its travel restrictions. Thirty-six more countries may face bans. These nations have 60 days to address US security concerns. Issues include weak identity documents and uncooperative governments. Some countries are flagged for terrorism or anti-American actions. This expands an earlier ban on 12 nations. The previous ban faced legal challenges.
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Nicolas Sarkozy, France's former president, has been stripped of his Legion of Honor medal following his conviction for corruption and influence peddling. This decision aligns with the Legion of Honor's regulations, marking Sarkozy as the second former head of state to lose the distinction after Philippe Petain. Sarkozy faces ongoing legal battles, including allegations of illicit campaign funding from Libya.
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