A coalition of a dozen states, largely led by Democrats, has initiated legal action against President Trump, challenging the legality of his imposed tariffs. The states argue that Trump is overstepping his authority, asserting that only Congress possesses the constitutional power to enact tariffs.
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Yemen's Houthis released 153 prisoners with the aid of the International Committee of the Red Cross. The prisoners included the elderly and wounded, released for humanitarian reasons. This follows previous releases, including thousands of exchanges in recent years due to the ongoing war that has resulted in one of the world's severe humanitarian crises.
In a notable shift, the US under Trump aligned with Russia at the UN, refusing to condemn the Ukraine invasion. This has caused concerns among European allies, alarmed by potential US-Russia negotiations excluding them and Ukraine. Trump's transactional approach with Putin, focusing on economic deals, hints at redefined transatlantic relations and a possible realignment in global geopolitics.
Jack Smith, the special counsel appointed to investigate Donald Trump for his alleged effort to overturn results of the 2020 election, has left the US Department of Justice, prosecutors said Saturday in a court filing. The statement on Smith was a footnote in the filing to Cannon as she mulls whether to maintain a hold on the special counsel' Trump's role in the January 6, 2020 insurrection at the US Capitol aimed at halting certification of Joe Biden's victory, and the case of Trump's... Expand
Elon Musk faced backlash after a gesture during a Capitol One Arena speech was misinterpreted as a Nazi salute, sparking debate on social media. Critics accused him of promoting far-right ideologies, while supporters and conservative voices dismissed the allegations. Musk and others compared the gesture to those made by prominent Democratic leaders, criticizing the legacy media.
President Trump announced a 10% import duty on UK goods and a 20% levy on EU imports, raising protectionist concerns. These tariffs could significantly impact industries like scotch whisky. The UK government is negotiating to reduce the impact, emphasizing determination to maintain a balanced trade relationship with the US.
At least 55 civilians were killed in northeastern Congo by CODECO militia fighters in an attack on villages and a displaced persons camp in Ituri province. The loosely affiliated Lendu farming militia has killed nearly 1,800 people in four years. The UN warns some attacks may be war crimes. Despite intervention by peacekeepers and government troops, the attackers overwhelmed defenses. The death toll may rise as bodies are recovered.
The French church has called for an investigation into Abbe Pierre following new allegations of sexual violence. Archbishop Eric de Moulins-Beaufort emphasized uncovering the truth as 33 testimonies have identified 57 potential victims. The allegations date from the 1960s to 2000s, urging judicial action and support for victims.
The Philippines said Monday it planned to acquire the US Typhon missile system as part of a push to secure its maritime interests, sparking warnings from China of a regional "arms race". And on Monday, China swiftly condemned the decision to acquire the system as a "provocative and dangerous move" and warned it risked triggering an "arms race".
Two Vietnamese officials allegedly sexually assaulted two young women in a Wellington restaurant. New Zealand police confirmed the assaults but the men left the country before charges could be filed. The victims are urging authorities to pursue extradition, though no treaty exists between the two countries. The incident occurred days before a planned visit by the Vietnamese Prime Minister.