U.S. to restrict visas of Nigerians responsible for violence against Christians, Rubio says

Israeli Ambassador to the United States, Yechiel Leiter, expressed cautious optimism regarding the ongoing ceasefire between Israel and Hamas during an appearance on Meet the Press NOW, highlighting both hope and concern about its stability.

Iran has decided to attend the World Cup draw in Washington, D.C., reversing its earlier decision to boycott the event due to visa denials for three of its football federation members. The Iranian Football Federation had expressed frustration over the U.S. visa restrictions, which initially led to the boycott announcement.

The United States has inaugurated a new consulate compound in Irbil, the capital of northern Iraq's Kurdish region, with an investment of $796 million. This significant development aims to strengthen diplomatic ties and support the Kurdish population in the region.

President Donald Trump announced the repeal of federal fuel economy standards established during the Biden administration, which significantly weakens fuel efficiency requirements for new gasoline-powered vehicles. This move is part of Trump's broader agenda to dismantle pollution regulations and promote traditional fuel sources.

President Donald Trump has advocated for tariffs as a means to potentially replace federal income taxes, drawing parallels to Gilded Age economic policies. He believes that tariffs can enhance wealth in the United States, despite expert disagreement on this assertion.

President Donald Trump has reiterated his belief that tariffs could eventually replace federal income taxes, drawing inspiration from economic policies of the Gilded Age. He argues that such tariffs could significantly enhance wealth in the United States, a notion that has sparked considerable debate among experts.

U.S. President Donald Trump has made derogatory remarks about Somali immigrants, labeling them as 'garbage' and expressing a desire for them to leave the United States. This statement follows a series of negative comments about the Somali community, including claims that they have 'destroyed our country.'

Nigeria has been identified as the most dangerous country for Christians, with ongoing violence and persecution reported against this religious group. Recent statements from U.S. officials, including U.N. Ambassador Mike Waltz, have characterized the situation as 'genocide wearing the mask of chaos,' highlighting the urgent need for action to protect Christians in Nigeria.