ISTANBUL, May 17 – Recent diplomatic efforts to halt the ongoing conflict between Russia and Ukraine hit a major roadblock as Russian negotiators demanded Ukraine withdraw its forces from several contested regions before agreeing to a ceasefire, according to a senior Ukrainian official familiar with the discussion. The meeting, held in Istanbul, marked the first … Read more
MAY 16 – On Friday, the U.S. Supreme Court extended a freeze on President Donald Trump’s attempt to deport Venezuelan migrants using a centuries-old wartime law. The ruling, delivered in a brief and unsigned opinion, upholds protections for dozens of migrants who were reportedly set to be removed without the opportunity to legally contest their … Read more
May 16 – The U.S. dollar edged lower on Friday, mirroring the decline in U.S. Treasury yields, following a series of weaker-than-expected economic indicators that reinforced expectations for multiple interest rate cuts by the Federal Reserve later this year. Despite Friday’s downturn, the dollar remained on course for a fourth straight week of gains against … Read more
ABU DHABI, May 15 – U.S. President Donald Trump, during a high-profile visit to the United Arab Emirates, unveiled a substantial set of business and technology agreements aimed at deepening economic and strategic ties between the two nations. The total value of the deals announced surpassed $200 billion, including notable developments in aviation, energy, and … Read more
ISTANBUL, May 15 – Hopes for renewed peace talks between Russia and Ukraine have been thrown into disarray after Russian President Vladimir Putin declined to attend in person, opting instead to dispatch a delegation of lower-ranking officials to Turkey. The talks, which were expected to mark a significant diplomatic step forward after months of military … Read more
WASHINGTON, May 15 – The U.S. Supreme Court is set to hear a pivotal and politically charged case that could alter the long-standing interpretation of the 14th Amendment. The President Donald Trump’s administration is attempting to limit birthright citizenship, a right historically granted to nearly all individuals born on American soil. The legal battle, scheduled … Read more
DOHA/SEATTLE, May 14 — In a landmark development for the aviation industry, Qatar Airways has committed to a massive fleet expansion by placing firm orders for 160 widebody aircraft from Boeing. The agreement, finalized during U.S. President Donald Trump’s visit to the Gulf nation, also includes options for an additional 50 jets, potentially taking the … Read more
MEXICO CITY, May 14 – In a harrowing and deeply unsettling event, Mexican beauty and lifestyle influencer Valeria Marquez was fatally shot while livestreaming on TikTok, shocking viewers and sparking national outrage over escalating violence against women in the country. The 23-year-old content creator, admired by nearly 200,000 followers across social platforms for her makeup … Read more
RIYADH, May 14 – The meeting took place in the presence of Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman, signaling a renewed U.S. push to reshape regional alliances in the Middle East. The meeting took place in the presence of Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman, signaling a renewed U.S. push to reshape regional alliances in … Read more
RIYADH, May 13 – In a bold and unexpected move, U.S. President Donald Trump began his visit to the Gulf region by declaring that the United States will lift decades-old sanctions on Syria. The announcement was made during his address at an investment forum in Riyadh, where Trump also unveiled a colossal $600 billion investment … Read more