EU moves to seize $225 billion in Russian assets frozen in Belgium, rejecting Trump bid for US control.
Interior Department adds $100 per person fee for international visitors at 11 top national parks, designates Trump’s birthday as one of six “patriotic fee-free days” for Americans.
Trump dismisses report that envoy Witkoff coached Kremlin officials on how to pitch Ukraine peace plan before briefing Kyiv, calling it “standard negotiation.”
Trump envoy Witkoff to meet Putin at Kremlin next week as Russia, still without copy of revised peace plan, warns it may reject changes to original proposal.
Trump agrees to April China visit after Xi tells him Taiwan must return to China for post-war order, Trump silent on issue.
Trump orders review of Muslim Brotherhood affiliates for terrorist designation week after Texas declared group terrorist and targeted CAIR, drawing lawsuit.
US designates Venezuelan cartel as terrorist organization, opening door to new pressure after boat strikes killed 80+ people and Trump weighs land invasion.
G20 nations representing three-quarters of world population release joint declaration despite U.S. boycott, as Carney says global economic center of gravity is shifting.
U.S. threatens complete Ukraine aid cutoff including air defense missiles if Kyiv rejects 28-point peace plan that Rubio said was drafted with Kremlin input.
International airlines from Europe and Latin America suspend Venezuela flights after FAA warns of military activity as U.S. attacks have killed 83 since September.
U.S. prepares Venezuela operations including covert action and potential Maduro overthrow despite human rights groups condemning illegal extrajudicial killings and allies raising international law concerns.
Trump says peace plan requiring territorial concessions to Russia and NATO membership ban isn’t his “final offer,” 5 days before deadline he set despite Republican and European criticism.
Haiti qualifies for World Cup for first time since 1974, but Trump’s travel ban bars fans from attending games the U.S. is co-hosting.
FAA warns airlines of “potentially hazardous situation” flying over Venezuela as U.S. military buildup in region includes Navy’s largest aircraft carrier, eight warships, F-35s.
Trump administration gives Ukraine one week to accept peace framework ceding parts of eastern Ukraine to Russia or risk losing U.S. military and intelligence support.
US Ambassador to Israel Mike Huckabee met with convicted spy Jonathan Pollard, who served nearly 30 years for giving Israel classified documents in the 1980s.
State Department instructs embassies to classify DEI policies, abortion subsidies, and hate speech laws as human rights violations in annual global report.
White House calls South African President Cyril Ramaphosa “running his mouth” for saying US reversed G20 boycott, though US is sending ambassador for ceremonial role.
Ukraine envoy Keith Kellogg departs in January after White House deemed him too sympathetic to Ukraine, as administration pushes peace plan requiring Ukrainian territorial concessions.
Rep. Eugene Vindman (D-VA), witness in Trump’s first impeachment, calls for release of Trump call with Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman about Jamal Khashoggi’s murder.
White House releases press release calling ABC News “a Democrat spin operation” day after Trump threatened network’s license over Mary Bruce’s Jamal Khashoggi question to Saudi Crown Prince.
U.S. Army Secretary Dan Driscoll arrives in Ukraine to “discuss efforts to end the war” as reports surface of 28-point peace plan requiring Ukraine to cede territory, weapons, and significantly reduce Armed Forces.
Trump designates Saudi Arabia as major non-NATO ally during dinner for Mohammed bin Salman, opening door to further military cooperation while Trump family has business interests in the kingdom.
Ecuadorian voters reject proposals to host foreign military bases and rewrite constitution, defeating President Daniel Noboa who is closely aligned with Trump administration.
Trump administration excludes South Africa from HIV prevention drug program despite country having world’s largest HIV-positive population, citing Trump’s false claims about White Afrikaner persecution.
Trump says Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman “knew nothing” about Khashoggi murder despite 2021 U.S. intelligence assessment finding he approved the operation, announces F-35 sales.
Trump approves F-35 fighter jet sale to Saudi Arabia despite Pentagon intelligence warning China could acquire technology and questions over Israel’s military edge requirement.
Trump creates priority visa access for 2026 World Cup ticket holders while maintaining strict immigration restrictions for asylum seekers and family reunification applicants.
UN Security Council approves Trump’s Gaza plan creating force to disarm Hamas over group’s objections, while resolution references Palestinian statehood Israel firmly opposes.
U.S. military kills three in 21st strike on alleged drug boat since September, providing no evidence as death toll from attacks in Caribbean and Pacific exceeds 75.
Marines acknowledge they returned fire on gang members who attacked Thursday in Port-au-Prince, where gangs control 90% of city.
Brazil says 40% tariff imposed over Bolsonaro trial remains on coffee, beef, and fruit despite Trump removing April levies.
Trump announces food tariff cuts after Democratic electoral wins on affordability message last week, as Supreme Court weighs ruling against his tariff authority.
U.S. conducts 20th attack on alleged drug boat in Caribbean, killing four, with 80 dead across 20 attacks since September as officials provide no evidence vessels smuggled drugs.
Rubio designates four European Antifa groups in Germany, Italy, and Greece as global terrorists in same category as ISIS-K and al-Shabaab.
BBC director-general and news executive resign over misleading edit suggesting Trump urged January 6 violence, as broadcaster investigates second similar Trump speech edit.
Russia and China seek removal of Trump’s yet-to-be-established Board of Peace from UN Gaza stabilization force resolution, with major UAE ally refusing participation.
Trump launches Operation Southern Spear military deployment to Latin America for counter-narcotics, weighs attacks on Venezuela without congressional war declaration.
Trial begins for former NY governors’ aide accused of acting as Chinese agent who blocked Taiwan officials and accepted millions in COVID vendor kickbacks.
Justice Department drafts classified opinion granting troops immunity for boat attacks killing 76 people despite allies calling operations violations of international law.
USS Gerald R Ford arrives in Caribbean with largest US Latin America presence in decades as Trump refuses to rule out Venezuela land strikes.
Colombia orders security forces to stop sharing intelligence with US until attacks on suspected drug boats end after 75 killed since August.
Trump administration paid $7.5 million to Equatorial Guinea for deportation agreement using humanitarian aid fund intended for crises, exceeding eight years of combined foreign assistance to country where 70% live in poverty.
Trump’s son-in-law Jared Kushner, holding no government position, meets with Netanyahu to discuss next phase of Gaza ceasefire as Israel returns 15 more Palestinian remains.
PM Viktor Orban announces that Trump promised “financial shield” protecting Hungary from currency speculation attacks after $600 million U.S. LNG purchase commitment.
Trump celebrates BBC director-general and news head resignations after allegations program edited his Jan. 6 speech, calling foreign journalists “corrupt” and accusing them of election interference.
Trump grants Hungary one-year exemption from Russian oil sanctions after Orban meeting, securing $600 million US gas purchase commitment.
Trump pardons former NYPD sergeant convicted of helping China intimidate ex-official to return home while two Chinese co-defendants remain in prison.
US-led coordination center takes control of Gaza aid from Israel’s COGAT, plans new crossings as 800 trucks enter daily.
Trump bans all US officials from G20 summit in South Africa over false white farmer genocide claims, will host 2026 summit at his Doral resort.
