Trump's decree to freeze most US foreign aid has severely impacted humanitarian support in Somalia, causing immediate halt to critical services provided by USAID partners. Tens of thousands of displaced individuals now lack basic necessities including food, medication, and shelter, further exacerbating their vulnerabilities.
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German foreign minister Annalena Baerbock urges Europe to increase pressure on the US to maintain support for NATO allies and ensure a fair peace for Ukraine. Baerbock emphasizes that any settlement without Ukraine's consent would fail, while a US-Ukraine deal involving rare earth minerals is in the works, despite tensions between Trump and Zelensky.
Portugal's minority government faces potential collapse as parliament votes on a confidence motion regarding Prime Minister Luis Montenegro. The controversy centers on alleged conflicts of interest involving Montenegro's family law firm. His government, in power for less than a year, risks triggering the third general election in three years amid a rising tide of populism.
A new strain of bird flu, H5N9, has been confirmed at a duck farm in California, marking the first instance of the strain in US poultry. The outbreak, discovered on January 13, led to the culling of 119,000 ducks. While the H5N1 strain was also present, health experts are concerned about the virus potentially mutating into a human-contagious form. The situation is compounded by the US's withdrawal from the world health organization, raising concerns about global health coordination.
​A student shot two other pupils in a Tennesse high school cafeteria shootout before turning the gun to himself inside the cafeteria. Antioch High School where the incident took place was immediately placed on lockdown because of the sudden shooting. The Tennessee Bureau of Investigation, Tennessee Highway Patrol, Tennessee Homeland Security and the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives have said they also are responding.
Former President Joe Biden delivered a farewell speech at Andrews Air Force Base, emphasizing the importance of perseverance and continued efforts even after leaving office. He expressed gratitude to his team, highlighted their significant contributions, and called on them to remain engaged in public service. Biden also issued a series of presidential pardons before concluding his presidency.
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Tech consultant Nima Momeni was found guilty of second-degree murder in the fatal stabbing of Cash App founder Bob Lee. Prosecutors argued Momeni, enraged over a dispute involving his sister and Lee, planned the attack. Momeni's defense claimed self-defense during an altercation, but the jury rejected this.
Pakistan's military courts have sentenced 60 more civilians for their involvement in the violent May 9 riots, bringing the total to 85 convictions. Key locations, including military sites, were targeted. Convicted civilians, including Imran Khan's nephew Hassan Niazi, received sentences from two to 10 years. International entities criticized the trials for lack of transparency and judicial independence.
Tulsi Gabbard, nominated by Donald Trump for Director of National Intelligence, aims to address Havana syndrome during her confirmation hearing. Havana syndrome consists of unexplained health issues affecting American diplomatic personnel and their families stationed globally. Some intelligence agencies suggest a foreign entity might be responsible.