US strikes kill 14 people on four alleged drug boats in Pacific Ocean 400 miles from Acapulco, with international law experts calling the campaign “summarily executing” suspects without due process.
Five Senate Republicans join Democrats to reject Trump’s Brazil tariffs imposed over Bolsonaro indictment, but House GOP procedural rule prevents any vote on presidential trade policy.
Trump withdraws nomination of Middle East envoy Joel Rayburn for assistant secretary post after Sen. Rand Paul opposed him for allegedly hiding Syria troop levels from Trump.
Venezuela claims it foiled CIA plot to attack US Navy destroyer docked in Trinidad and blame Venezuela, arrested 4 suspects during expanding American military presence.
Trump signs Japan trade deal extracting $550 billion U.S. investment pledge in exchange for 15% tariffs, down from his initial 25% threat.
Argentine President Milei wins landslide midterm victory with 41% of vote after Trump conditioned $20 billion in US aid on election outcome, warning “if he loses, we are not going to be generous.”
U.S. warship docks in Trinidad as aircraft carrier approaches Venezuela, with Sen. Graham saying land strikes are a “real possibility” and Trump planning congressional briefing on military operations.
Maduro accuses U.S. of “fabricating a war” against Venezuela as aircraft carrier approaches Caribbean, begins proceedings to revoke opposition leader’s citizenship for supporting deployment.
Trump welcomes Qatar’s leaders aboard Air Force One to discuss Gaza peacekeeping, claims he’s accomplished “peace in the Middle East” while Rubio seeks UN authorization for the force.
Trump oversees Thailand-Cambodia ceasefire signing after threatening to halt trade talks if conflict continued, opening five-day Asia tour focused on critical minerals deals.
