Turkish police have detained Istanbul's mayor Ekrem Imamoglu, a key opposition figure, amid allegations of corruption and terror connections. This follows significant electoral setbacks for the ruling party. Imamoglu, contesting multiple legal challenges, remains defiant. His arrest raises concerns over political motivations and the future of upcoming elections.
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Democrats are criticizing Elon Musk's unprecedented control over federal agencies through the newly created Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE). His influence includes significant power over the Treasury, USAID, and potentially the Education Department. Senator Elizabeth Warren has accused Musk of seizing power and impacting critical national functions. Republicans, however, support Musk's efforts to reduce government waste.
Columbia University student Mahmoud Khalil was arrested and transferred to a Louisiana detention center, over 1,000 miles from his home, citing bedbug issues and overcrowded facilities. His lawyers disputed this, arguing that the move was politically motivated due to his campus protests against Israel.
A 24-year-old man set himself on fire while attempting to destroy Tesla charging stations in protest against Donald Trump and Elon Musk. The suspect, Daniel Clarke-Pounder, was later arrested and faces up to 20 years in prison. The incident is part of ongoing attacks targeting Tesla.
Shamsud-Din Jabbar, an Army veteran, killed 15 people and injured dozens in a New Year's attack on Bourbon Street, New Orleans, inspired by Isis. Despite its territorial loss, Isis continues to radicalize individuals through effective online propaganda. Experts stress that the group now focuses on influencing vulnerable minds rather than conquering land.
Israel will send a delegation to Qatar to discuss technical aspects of the second phase of a ceasefire with Hamas, following prime minister Netanyahu's talks in Washington. The ceasefire, which began on January 19, involves hostage releases in exchange for Palestinian prisoners. So far, 18 hostages have been freed, with further negotiations set to determine the fate of the remaining captives. Netanyahu will convene Israel’s security cabinet to finalize the country's stance on the next phase.
The US pledged to recognize and support a new Syrian government committed to renouncing terrorism, destroying chemical weapons, and protecting minority rights. Following the collapse of the Assad regime, the US will collaborate with Syrian groups and regional partners to ensure a smooth transition, potentially including dialogue with the former rebel group HTS, despite its terrorist designation.
Latvia's Prime Minister, Evika Siliņa, has sought assistance from Sweden and other Nato allies to investigate damage to an underwater data cable linking Latvia to Sweden. The damage is believed to be externally influenced, prompting intensive collaboration and a criminal investigation, while alternate data routes continue to operate.
Rumeysa Ozturk, a Turkish doctoral student at Tufts University, was detained by ICE agents in March over alleged antisemitism. Ozturk describes the detention facility as inhumane, citing unsanitary conditions, inadequate medical care, and mistreatment, including a nurse forcibly removing her hijab. While the department of homeland Security claims she supported Hamas, a judge has questioned the legality of her detention.