Trump defends Saudi crown prince over journalist’s murder

A federal judge, James Boasberg, has resumed a court inquiry into whether officials from the Trump administration violated a court order by deporting hundreds of men to El Salvador in March. The judge plans to demand sworn testimony from administration officials to assess compliance with his order to halt the deportations.

A recent incident involving U.S. President Donald Trump has sparked significant outrage after he referred to a female reporter as 'piggy' during a press gaggle aboard Air Force One. This remark has drawn widespread condemnation, highlighting ongoing concerns about Trump's treatment of the media, particularly female journalists.

Saad Almadi, a 75-year-old US citizen, has been released by Saudi Arabia after being imprisoned for five months due to critical tweets about the government. His release follows a meeting between Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman and former President Donald Trump, which has been linked to Almadi's case. Initially sentenced to 19 years in prison in 2021, Almadi's charges were later reduced to cyber crimes, resulting in a 30-year travel ban.

US officials are reportedly delaying the implementation of long-promised semiconductor tariffs by President Donald Trump to avoid escalating tensions with China. This cautious approach has been communicated to stakeholders in both government and private sectors over recent days, indicating a shift in strategy regarding the tariffs.

Executives from Musk's xAI and Nvidia announced plans to develop a data center in Saudi Arabia during a gathering that included President Trump and Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman. This collaboration highlights the growing interest in technological investments in the region.

A former United Nations investigator expressed her shock and anger at President Donald Trump's defense of Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman regarding the murder of journalist Jamal Khashoggi. The investigator criticized Trump's dismissal of intelligence that indicated the Crown Prince's involvement in the killing, highlighting the ongoing controversy surrounding the case.

Jamal Khashoggi, a prominent journalist, was murdered in a Saudi consulate in 2018. In a recent press conference, President Donald Trump dismissed the gravity of Khashoggi's killing, stating, 'things happen.' This comment came during a meeting with Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman, who has been implicated by the CIA in orchestrating Khashoggi's murder, although he denies any involvement.

A recent deal in Washington has granted a waiver for Russian oil, benefiting Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orban ahead of elections. However, this development highlights the precarious nature of Hungary's illiberal governance, raising concerns about the country's political stability and democratic integrity.