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After more than a month without a public appearance, Melania Trump returned to the side of President Donald Trump in the White House Rose Garden. The return came during a week when American media were focused on Natalie Harp, the President's personal aide, and her close relationship with him.

On December 1, 1974, a TWA Boeing 727 crashed on the slope of Mount Weather in Virginia, about 25 nautical miles from Dulles International Airport near Washington. All 85 passengers and seven crew members on Flight 514 were killed. However, the fatal disaster soon became an even bigger story: the crash site drew public and media attention to a government facility.

The US Navy is considering naming the new aircraft carrier after the incumbent president — for the first time in history. In such a case, Donald Trump's name would replace the memory of a black sailor who became a hero during the World War II disaster.

The President of Slovenia denied any connection to Moscow. Her long-time friend, a Russian native, had traveled with her to the country several times in the past. The parliament demands an investigation into the possibility of Russian interference in the country's security and integrity.

Since the end of 2024, Kim Jong Un has been sending masses of soldiers to fight in Ukraine. Now, the number of soldiers from North Korea who will fight on Ukrainian soil is only increasing.

2028 US Elections: A new poll shows Marco Rubio defeating Kamala Harris and Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez with 48%, while J.D. Vance loses to Harris and shows weaker results in some scenarios. In the background, Donald Trump reportedly tends to support Vance as his political successor.

A new report published in the United States presents a picture according to which Prince Harry and Meghan Markle tried to establish significant political influence for themselves after moving to California. According to the "New York Post", in 2020, Meghan asked to be considered as a candidate for the Senate seat that became vacant after Kamala Harris was elected Vice President. Later, it is...

Police used tear gas against migrants and punctured an inflatable boat. France claims to have thwarted 185 departure attempts in three months. Aid organizations warn that police activity increases the risk to the lives of asylum seekers.

Lebanese Prime Minister Nawaf Salam visited a military base in Tyre and declared that the south must be under the exclusive authority of the state. Background: the dispute over Hezbollah's weapons, Israeli strikes, and the demand for an Israeli withdrawal.

Former First Lady Jill Biden has reignited questions surrounding her husband Joe Biden's disastrous presidential debate against Donald Trump in June 2024. In a podcast interview, she said that doctors ruled out a stroke, but admitted she still does not know what caused his unusual behavior. When asked if someone might have put a substance in his drink, Biden replied: "Who knows? Who knows?"

The Egyptian news site Cairo24 published a map related to the new matriculation program in Egypt, in which "Palestine" appears to the northeast of the country – without the name of Israel. The move is notable given that Egypt has maintained peace and diplomatic relations with Israel since 1979.

The Trump administration has expanded sanctions against the International Criminal Court and blacklisted President Tomoko Akane, who helped issue warrants against Netanyahu and Putin. In Japan, they warn of damage to international law and relations with the US.

Surprisingly, the US President gave an interview to Michael Cohen, who previously served as his lawyer but had a bitter falling out with him: "You and I have been through a pretty tough road together."

Nancy Kissinger accompanied her husband for decades on his diplomatic missions. The two were among the most prominent couples in political and social circles in the USA. She was known for her familiarity with international issues and her staunch defense of her husband's name.

A Cessna 441 charter plane crashed near a remote radar site in western Alaska. There were two pilots and six passengers on board. The plane departed from Anchorage and was en route to Cape Newenham. The circumstances of the accident are still unknown.

Conor Kennedy, a scion of the American 'dynasty' and son of the Health Minister in the Trump administration—remembered for a romance with singer Taylor Swift—served in the Ukrainian army. Now, almost 4 years later, a Moscow court has declared him wanted and issued an arrest warrant for the offense of 'fighting as a mercenary.'

The number of 18-year-olds in the US is shrinking due to a decline in birth rates, and enrollment in higher education institutions is expected to shrink by 13% by 2041. Contrary to expectations, the decrease in the number of young people will not necessarily make admission chances to desirable institutions easier.

Iranian photojournalist Yalda Moaiery, who documented life under the terrorist regime in Tehran for over two decades, has been sentenced to 15 years in prison. An Iranian court convicted her of "acting in the interests of the Zionist regime against national security." Moaiery, whose stories and photographs have appeared in international media, is now calling on the world: "Do not forget me."

In closed discussions, the Shin Bet warns that due to regulations making it difficult to compete in the elections at the end of November, Hamas is trying to create partnerships with Palestinian factions to undermine Fatah's rule.

Jon Ossoff insists he has no interest in the 2028 US presidential race, but the Senator from Georgia is already taking third place in party polls. From his childhood in a Jewish home in Atlanta, through his political breakthrough and rivalry with Donald Trump, to his complex position on Israel — the young politician who is emerging as a promise.

A 6.6 magnitude earthquake struck central Peru today, Thursday, reported the German Research Centre for Geosciences (GFZ). According to the center, the epicenter was at a depth of approximately 10 km. There are currently no reports of casualties or significant damage.

According to a report in the Jerusalem Post, the Trump administration intends to deny entry visas to New York to Abu Mazen and his senior officials again this year, despite mediation attempts by Erdogan; the PA Chairman is expected to address the UN General Assembly from Ramallah.

The FBI has thwarted a terrorist plot to bomb the New York State Capitol building in Albany and target lawmakers. The suspect, 35-year-old Jessica Bowie, allegedly swore allegiance to ISIS and planned the attack for weeks.

It is doubtful that there is anyone in the American administration who holds more titles than Tom Barrack: US Ambassador to Turkey, Special Envoy to Syria, Lebanon, and Iraq. However, Barrack's most important title is not official — he is a close friend of President Donald Trump.

About 20 young people from bereaved families and terror victims set out on an adventurous journey in the Black Canyon, which connected veterans of the "OneFamily" organization with new members who joined since October 7 - through fear, trust, teamwork, and a shared experience: "It gave us a moment to breathe."

About 100 pastors and community leaders in Bolivia participated in a conference in support of Israel, the highlight of which was a prayer for the country's peace and prosperity delivered by an Aymara tribe leader in the ancient indigenous language, in the presence of Ambassador Gali Dagan.

US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent addressed on Thursday the economic isolation announced by President Donald Trump, sending a sharp message to the regime in Tehran. In response to statements by the Iranian Parliament Speaker Ghalibaf, Bessent said with disdain: "I wouldn't buy a rug from this guy," directly accusing him of stealing from the Iranian people.

Marta Kelly de Oliveira Silva has died at the age of 33 after being hospitalized in intensive care following what was reported to be a combination of three cosmetic procedures. Her partner stated: "We lost the battle, she fought until the last moment."

More than four years after sinking the cruiser "Moskva", Kyiv managed to strike the frigate "Admiral Makarov" in the port of Novorossiysk in a drone attack. The ship and another frigate were severely damaged and will require at least a year to return to service.

Emails between US immigration officials point to working ties between the US and Iran regarding the deportation of migrants. The countries coordinated deportation flights for Iranian citizens in late 2025 and early 2026.

A landslide at a mine led to a disaster. Rescue efforts are ongoing, some of the miners who were at the site are still buried under the rubble. Footage is difficult to watch.

Two Mexican fishermen were found alive on Wednesday in the middle of the Pacific Ocean after surviving for five days inside a cooler without food or water. Daniel Guerrero Martinez and Jose Luis Portales Villegas were rescued in a state of severe dehydration about 240 kilometers off the coast of Chiapas, Mexico.

The US President announced a reduction in military exercises with South Korea and declared the renewal of contacts with Kim Jong Un. In Ukraine, a former Minister of Defense calls for the ouster of Volodymyr Zelensky, while Iceland prepares for a referendum on its future relations with Europe.

From public appearances to presence at sensitive security meetings: Jennifer Hegseth is taking an increasingly large place in the US Secretary of Defense's circle, while political and security officials criticize the blurring of lines between family and national security.

The commander of the Turkish Navy revealed that 37 ships are being built for the fleet and 24 for export, alongside the development of an aircraft carrier, a submarine, and an air defense destroyer. Ankara presents this move as part of the struggle for influence in the maritime domain.

15 months after 18-year-old Do Ngoc Phuong Thuy was struck to death, state television confirmed that a former senior party official was driving the vehicle. The protest surrounding the "Tree of Justice" has become an unusual test for the regime against Gen Z.

Fahrettin Altun stated that Israel is more isolated than ever, but his country "will not fall for Netanyahu's games." In Syria, it was confirmed that a Turkish delegation visited the military airport that had been targeted by an Israeli strike.

The US Ambassador to Israel said that America might ban settlers who participated in the siege of homes in Samaria from entering the country. However, Huckabee clarified that he is not aware of such measures being considered at this stage.

Romania announced on Thursday that an F-16 fighter jet destroyed a booby-trapped naval drone just hundreds of meters from a gas project in the Black Sea. According to the Romanian Defense Minister, the explosive-laden vessel did not originate from neighboring Ukraine. The Romanian Navy also examined debris from other drones found off the coast of Constanta.

In Colombia, it was reported today, Thursday, that at least 319 people have died as a result of the earthquake that struck the country, while 260 people remain missing. Authorities confirmed 4,469 injuries and 364 successful rescues.