Kari Lake notifies Congress of plans to close Voice of America overseas bureaus and radio stations despite April court order requiring agency to maintain news operations.
Putin rejects European and Ukrainian revisions to 28-point peace plan after five-hour Kremlin talks with Witkoff and Kushner, warns Russia is “ready” for war with Europe.
White House names Vice Admiral Frank Bradley as officer who ordered follow-up attack killing boat survivors, defending action as lawful despite whistleblower reports that Hegseth gave “kill everybody” order.
US and Syrian forces destroy 15 ISIS weapons sites in joint operation weeks after Trump met with Syrian president, a former al Qaeda commander sanctioned as terrorist until recently.
Rubio, Witkoff, and Kushner meet Ukrainian delegation in Florida as Witkoff heads to Moscow Monday, days after lead negotiator Yermak resigned amid $100 million corruption probe.
Rubio, Witkoff, and Kushner meet Ukrainian delegation in Florida days after lead negotiator Yermak resigns following anti-corruption probe into $100 million energy embezzlement scandal.
Venezuela condemns Trump’s declaration that airspace “should be considered closed” as illegal aggression after US attacks kill 80+ and US deploys largest regional force since 1989 Panama invasion.
Denmark establishes “night watch” team to monitor Trump’s social media for Greenland mentions, circulating daily reports to government officials at 7 a.m.
Trump announces pardon for former Honduras president serving 45 years for protecting US-bound cocaine shipments while administration kills suspected traffickers in Caribbean boat attacks.
US military conducted follow-up attack to kill survivors of first September boat attack after Hegseth ordered all aboard killed, prompting bipartisan Senate Armed Services probe.
Trinidad PM reverses denial of US military presence, confirms Marines working on airport radar in Tobago one day after meeting Joint Chiefs chairman during largest Caribbean buildup in generations.
Trump says US military will “very soon” begin land attacks on alleged Venezuelan drug traffickers after 83 killed in boat strikes since September.
Trump bars South Africa from 2026 G20 summit over disputed “white genocide” claims; meeting to be held at Trump-owned resort.
Dominican Republic grants US military access to bases for drug interdiction as strikes in region have killed 83 since September.
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.
