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The Digest: US President Donald Trump has offered a rare moment of theological reflection, questioning whether even his historic Middle East peace achievements would secure him a place in heaven, while simultaneously claiming he could have prevented Russia's invasion of Ukraine had he remained...

The Digest: A historic ceasefire has taken hold as Hamas freed all remaining living Israeli hostages, prompting U.S. President Donald Trump to declare an end to the two-year conflict between Israel and the Palestinian militant group. Key Points: The final batch of 20 hostages was...

The Digest: US President Donald Trump has dramatically escalated the trade war with China, announcing a fresh 100% tariff on Chinese goods set to begin on November 1. The move follows China's "extraordinarily aggressive" decision to impose export controls on rare earth minerals, vital to the...

The Digest: The White House condemned the Nobel Committee for placing "politics over peace" after it awarded the 2025 Nobel Peace Prize to Venezuelan opposition leader María Corina Machado, overlooking U.S. President Donald Trump despite his claims of brokering multiple peace deals. The...

The Digest: Israel and Hamas have agreed to the first phase of a ceasefire plan, marking the most significant step toward ending the two-year-long war in Gaza. Key Points: The agreement signals the most substantial breakthrough in the conflict to date. US President Donald Trump announced...

The Digest: Representative Riley Moore has formally asked the Trump administration to designate Nigeria a "Country of Particular Concern," alleging a "Christian genocide" and urging an immediate halt to all US arms sales to the country. Key Points: US Representative Riley Moore has asked...

The Digest: President Donald Trump has declared that anyone burning the American flag will face immediate arrest and a one-year prison term under his August executive order. In a Truth Social post, Trump directed ICE, Border Patrol, law enforcement, and the U.S. military to enforce the...

The Digest: The US federal government has entered a full shutdown, halting non-essential services after a political standoff between President Donald Trump and Congressional Democrats over healthcare subsidies reached an impasse. The lapse in funding has triggered a fierce blame game...

The Digest: Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu accepted a 20-point peace proposal from US President Donald Trump aimed at ending the Gaza war. Following a White House meeting, Trump called it "a historic day for peace. Key Points: Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has...

The Digest: In a characteristically combative speech at the United Nations General Assembly, U.S. President Donald Trump challenged multilateral institutions, questioned climate change, and rebuked European allies over their handling of migration and the Russia-Ukraine war. The address, which...

The Digest: President Donald Trump has signed an executive order effectively dismantling the H-1B visa program by imposing a $100,000 entry fee on new and existing visa holders, including Nigerians working in US tech, healthcare, and academia. The move, aimed at “protecting American workers,”...

The Digest: US President Donald Trump has signed executive orders imposing a $100,000 annual fee on H-1B skilled worker visas and creating a $1 million "gold card" expedited residency program. The move targets the tech industry's reliance on foreign talent while offering a premium pathway for...

The Digest: The United States has extended the deadline for ByteDance to divest TikTok’s American operations to December 16, 2025, amid ongoing negotiations for a sale led by a consortium of U.S. investors. President Donald Trump confirmed a deal is near but provided no specifics, while the...

The Digest: US President Donald Trump and First Lady Melania Trump landed in the UK on Tuesday for an unprecedented second state visit, hosted by King Charles III. The trip, which Trump previewed as “going to be a very big thing,” underscores the enduring diplomatic ties between the two...

The Digest: The suspect in the killing of right-wing commentator Charlie Kirk has been identified as 22-year-old Tyler Robinson from Utah, with former President Donald Trump announcing his capture after a family member turned him in. Key Points: Trump stated the arrest was made with "a...

The Digest: President Donald Trump, Vice President JD Vance, and bipartisan leaders across the political spectrum united in condemnation of political violence following the fatal shooting of conservative activist Charlie Kirk at a Utah university event. The tragedy prompted rare cross-party...

The Digest: Charlie Kirk, the 31-year-old conservative activist and founder of Turning Point USA, was fatally shot during a speaking event at Utah Valley University. A prominent Trump ally credited with mobilizing youth voters, Kirk’s death has sent shockwaves through political circles and...

The Digest: U.S. President Donald Trump has publicly criticized Israel’s unilateral airstrike on Hamas leaders in Doha, calling it a reckless move that undermines American and Israeli interests. He emphasized Qatar’s role as a key peace broker and U.S. ally while urging an immediate end to the...

The Digest: President Donald Trump has revoked former Vice President Kamala Harris’ Secret Service protection, according to a CNN report. The move, seen by some as an act of Political Payback, comes as Harris prepares for a high-profile book tour. Key Points: President Donald Trump has...

The Digest: In a high-stakes summit in Alaska, US President Donald Trump and Russian President Vladimir Putin met to discuss Ukraine, but left with no ceasefire or clear resolution. Putin’s invitation to Moscow signals ongoing diplomacy despite a lack of concrete results. Key Points: Trump...