Trump's 'historic' peace deal for DR Congo shattered after rebels seize key city

Rwandan-backed rebels have seized a key city in the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) just a week after a peace deal was brokered by U.S. President Donald Trump, raising concerns about the potential for escalating violence in the region. The M23 rebel group has been particularly active, undermining the fragile agreement aimed at fostering stability between DRC and Rwanda.

Two U.S. Army soldiers and a civilian interpreter were killed in an ambush by the Islamic State in Palmyra, Syria, marking a significant escalation in U.S. military involvement in the region. The Pentagon confirmed the attack, which is the first U.S. casualties since the fall of Bashar al-Assad a year ago.

Record-breaking floodwaters in Washington state have begun to recede after days of severe flooding that led to widespread evacuations and emergency rescues. Governor Bob Ferguson emphasized the historic nature of the water levels, which are expected to remain high for an extended period. No fatalities have been reported despite the extensive damage and disruption caused by the flooding.

Former President Donald Trump stated that the U.S. will retaliate following the ambush that resulted in the deaths of three Americans in Syria, labeling the incident as an ISIS attack. This announcement was made during a press briefing at the White House before he attended the Army-Navy football game in Baltimore.

The political landscape in the UK has shifted significantly, with Reform UK claiming to have overtaken Labour as the largest political party, boasting over 268,000 members compared to Labour's decline below 250,000. This change reflects a growing discontent among voters and a potential realignment in British politics.

Three Americans, including two U.S. Army soldiers and a civilian interpreter, were killed in an ambush by an Islamic State gunman in Palmyra, Syria, marking a significant escalation in U.S. military involvement in the region. The attack was confirmed by U.S. Central Command and is noted as the first U.S. casualties since the fall of Bashar al-Assad a year ago.

Fighting continues along the border between Thailand and Cambodia, contradicting President Trump's earlier statement that the leaders had agreed to a cease-fire. The situation escalated with Thailand launching airstrikes, leading to accusations from both nations of violating a ceasefire agreement.

The Trump administration has ordered 5,000 Ethiopian refugees to leave the United States within 60 days, marking a significant shift in immigration policy that affects over one million individuals previously granted protections. This decision is part of a broader crackdown on immigration that has seen the removal of legal safeguards for various groups seeking refuge in the U.S.