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01 Mar

Donald Trump to Volodymyr Zelenskyy: Strike a Deal or Lose U.S. Support

Rajeev Sharma0 CommentsWorld NewsDonald Trump, Russia Ukraine War, United States, Volodymyr Zelenskyy

Washington, D.C. (National Times)– President Donald Trump has issued a stark warning to Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy, stating that U.S. support will end if Ukraine does not negotiate a resolution to the Russia-Ukraine war. During a high-stakes meeting at the Oval Office, Trump reportedly told Zelenskyy, "You are either going to make a deal, or we're out. If we are out, you will fight it out, and I don’t think it’s going to be pretty." Trump suggested that without American backing, Ukraine’s position in the war would be severely weakened. He added, "I have empowered you to be a tough…

26 Feb

Sudanese Army Plane Crash Kills 46 in Omdurman, Senior Commander Among Dead

Rajeev Sharma0 CommentsWorld NewsOmdurman, plane crash, Sudan, Sudanese Army

February 26, 2025 – A Sudanese military aircraft crashed into a residential area near Wadi Sayidna military airport in Omdurman, killing at least 46 people, including a senior army commander, according to the Khartoum state media office and military sources. Fatal Crash Near Military Airport The crash occurred late Tuesday in northern Omdurman, the twin city of Sudan’s capital, Khartoum. The Sudanese Army confirmed the deaths of both military personnel and civilians but did not initially disclose specific numbers. Military sources later revealed that a high-ranking commander was among those killed.Authorities have yet to release details on the cause of…

26 Feb

Trump Introduces $5 Million ‘Gold Card’ Visa to Replace EB-5 Program

Rajeev Sharma0 CommentsWorld NewsDonald Trump, Gold Card Visa, US

Washington, D.C. (National Times): Former U.S. President Donald Trump has announced a new “Gold Card” visa, a $5 million fast-track route to U.S. citizenship for wealthy foreign investors. The initiative aims to replace the existing EB-5 visa program, which has been in place since 1990. What is the ‘Gold Card’ Visa? The Gold Card visa will grant permanent residency to individuals who invest $5 million in the U.S. economy. Trump claims this new policy will attract affluent investors, stimulate economic growth, and eliminate fraud associated with the EB-5 program. Full details are expected to be disclosed in two weeks. Trump’s…

25 Feb

Mystery Data Scientist Backed by Elon Musk Estimates Over $100 Billion in Government Waste

Rajeev Sharma0 CommentsTechnology, World NewsDataRepublican, Elon Musk, government waste, taxpayer money

February 25, 2025 – A data scientist known as "DataRepublican" has claimed that more than $100 billion in taxpayer money is either being stolen or wasted. In an interview with NewsNation's Brian Entin, she shared her findings on alleged government inefficiencies, using artificial intelligence to analyze financial discrepancies. Unmasking Government Waste with AI While keeping her identity secret due to security concerns, DataRepublican explained how she uses AI to uncover fraud, waste, and abuse in government spending. Her work has gained attention on X (formerly Twitter), where billionaire entrepreneur Elon Musk frequently shares her findings.Asked to estimate the total taxpayer…

25 Feb

Trump Administration Breaks with European Allies Over Russia-Ukraine War at UN

Rajeev Sharma0 CommentsWorld NewsDonald Trump, Russia-Ukraine war, UN resolutions

New York, February 25, 2025 – In a stark shift in U.S. foreign policy, President Donald Trump’s administration has distanced itself from European allies by refusing to blame Russia for its invasion of Ukraine during key United Nations votes. The move has heightened tensions within the transatlantic alliance and raised concerns over Washington’s stance on the ongoing three-year war.During Monday’s UN General Assembly session, the United States voted alongside Russia against a European-backed Ukrainian resolution that explicitly condemned Moscow’s aggression and called for an immediate withdrawal of Russian troops. The resolution passed with 93 votes in favor, 18 against, and…

25 Feb

Hundreds Mourn Oded Lifshitz, Veteran Journalist and Former Hostage, at Kibbutz Nir Oz

Rajeev Sharma0 CommentsWorld NewsGaza war, Hamas, Israel, Nir Oz, Oded Lifshitz

Kibbutz Nir Oz, February 25, 2025 – Hundreds gathered at the small cemetery in Kibbutz Nir Oz on Tuesday to bid farewell to Oded Lifshitz, a founding member of the kibbutz who died while being held hostage in Gaza.His body was returned by Hamas to Israeli authorities on Thursday as part of an ongoing ceasefire agreement aimed at securing the release of hostages and halting the war in Gaza.Lifshitz, 83 years old at the time of his capture, was taken hostage from his home during Hamas’s October 7, 2023, attack on southern Israel. His wife, Yocheved Lifshitz, 85, was also…

24 Feb

Russia Launches Largest Drone Attack on Ukraine as War Marks Three Years

Rajeev Sharma0 CommentsWorld News3 years of war, Drone Attack, Russia- Ukraine War

Kyiv, February 24, 2025 – On the eve of the three-year anniversary of Russia’s full-scale invasion, Ukraine faced its largest drone attack yet, with Moscow launching a record 267 strike drones overnight, according to Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy. Massive Assault with Drones and Missiles Zelenskyy described the unprecedented attack as “the largest since Iranian drones began hitting Ukrainian cities and villages.”Ukraine’s air force reported that 138 drones were intercepted across 13 regions.Another 119 drones disappeared en route to their targets, raising concerns about jamming tactics or new Russian strategies.Three ballistic missiles were also fired, with one fatality reported in Kryvyi…

24 Feb

White House Backs Israel’s Decision to Delay Prisoner Release Amid Gaza Tensions

Rajeev Sharma0 CommentsWorld NewsIsrael-Gaza Caesfire, Prisoner Release, USA

Washington, D.C., February 24, 2025 – The White House has supported Israel's decision to delay the release of 620 Palestinian prisoners, citing the "barbaric treatment" of Israeli captives by Hamas, according to a statement from National Security Council spokesperson Brian Hughes. US Stands with Israel Amid Ceasefire Dispute Hughes stated that delaying the release of prisoners was an "appropriate response" to Hamas’s actions. He reaffirmed US President Donald Trump’s support for Israel, saying the administration was prepared to back "whatever course of action it chooses regarding Hamas."The delay has caused tensions to rise, with Hamas announcing it would halt negotiations…

23 Feb

Israel Halts Palestinian Prisoner Release Over Hamas Ceremonies

Rajeev Sharma0 CommentsWorld NewsCaesfire, Gaza, Hamas, Israel

February 23, 2025 – Israel has delayed the release of 620 Palestinian prisoners, citing concerns over Hamas' "humiliating ceremonies" during hostage handovers. The move raises doubts about the future of the Gaza ceasefire. Hostage Exchange Sparks Controversy The decision came after six Israeli hostages were freed on Saturday. However, five were handed over in public, staged ceremonies featuring masked Hamas fighters, a move condemned by Israel and the United Nations as cruel and exploitative.Israel’s Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu said the prisoner release would not proceed until "the release of the next hostages has been assured" and Hamas stops using captives…

23 Feb

Pope Francis’ Health Remains Critical, Receives Oxygen Support

Rajeev Sharma0 CommentsWorld NewsGemelli Hospital, Pneumonia, Pope Francis, Respiratory Crisis, Thrombocytopenia, Vatican

Vatican City, February 23, 2025 – Pope Francis, hospitalized for over a week at Rome’s Gemelli Hospital, suffered an asthma-like respiratory crisis requiring high-flow oxygen, Vatican News reported on Sunday. Despite his stable condition, doctors warn that he is not yet out of danger. Pope Experiences Health Complications On Saturday night, the Vatican stated that Pope Francis had a peaceful ninth night but continued to face health challenges. Sunday’s blood tests revealed thrombocytopenia (low platelet count) and anaemia, leading to blood transfusions.Though alert and responsive, the 87-year-old Pontiff appeared more fatigued than the previous day and spent most of the…