Why Putin Went Quiet When Challenged by Trump Over Venezuela
For the Russian leader, courting President Trump to secure a favorable resolution in Ukraine, and possibly more, is far more important. Source link
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A Look at Iran’s Antigovernment Protests
new video loaded: A Look at Iran’s Antigovernment Protests Protests have rocked Iran in recent weeks, and the country’s supreme leader has threatened to escalate a crackdown on demonstrators. Erika Solomon, our bureau chief for Iran and Iraq, discusses what’s fueling the protests with our senior writer Katrin Bennhold. By Erika Solomon, Katrin Bennhold, Christina…
Nearly 13,000 Irish Passports Are Recalled Over ‘Technical Issue’
The recall affects passports issued between Dec. 23 and Jan. 6, Ireland’s Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade said. Source link
Iran Convulsed in Second Night of Nationwide Protests
Large marches against the government occurred despite an internet blackout and threats of a severe crackdown. Source link
Bahram Beyzaie, Filmmaker Who Led Iran’s New Wave, Dies at 87
Despite a ceaseless battle against government censors, he was celebrated as one of his country’s greatest auteurs, winning praise from luminaries like Martin Scorsese. Source link
Trump Eyes Greenland, and Europe Figures Its Best Bet Is a Negotiation
European officials were stunned that President Trump restated his desire for Greenland after a yearlong effort to dissuade him, according to diplomats and others. Source link
Trump Addresses Venezuela, Greenland and Presidential Power in New York Times Interview
On topic after topic, President Trump made clear that he would be the arbiter of any limits to his authorities, not international law or treaties. Source link
Iran Braces for More Protests: What to Know
Demonstrations that began as outrage at the state of the economy have spread to cities across the country, amid an escalating crackdown by the authorities. Source link
YouTuber KSI praises Bollywood icon Shah Rukh Khan, calls him a ‘King’
Olajide Olayinka Williams “JJ” Olatunji, commonly known as KSI, has publicly confessed his love for Bollywood superstar Shah Rukh Khan, terming him a “King.” The British YouTuber, who is also a professional boxer and musician, shared his feelings in a special talk session where he discussed his admiration for various global stars. His statements were…
Plot twist at the White House: Tucker Carlson joins Trump’s oil pitch — video
The guest list at the White House took an unexpected turn on Friday — and no, it wasn’t another oil baron. Standing quietly along the East Room wall, applauding President Donald Trump, was Tucker Carlson, the once–Fox News kingmaker now better known for sparring with the MAGA movement than marching in step with it. Thinner,…