US forces stormed cargo ship travelling from China to Iran: Report

The Prairie Band Potawatomi Nation, a Native American tribe in Kansas, is facing backlash after its economic development subsidiary secured a $29.9 million federal contract from the Department of Homeland Security to design potential Immigration and Customs Enforcement detention facilities. The contract was signed in October, prompting criticism that the tribe is benefiting from policies reminiscent of its own historical forced removals.

The Trump administration is actively seeking to recruit approximately 10,000 troops under a U.S. general to stabilize Gaza following recent conflicts. However, many countries remain hesitant to commit to this mission, which could potentially involve disarming Hamas, a contentious issue in the region.

The recent U.S. national security strategy, drafted by Michael Anton, has alarmed European allies by suggesting that immigration could lead to 'civilizational erasure' in Europe. This document also indicates a shift in U.S. foreign policy, reviving the Monroe Doctrine and reducing the emphasis on competition with China and Russia.

California, along with 19 other states, has filed a lawsuit against the Trump administration to block a proposed $100,000 fee on new H-1B visas, which are essential for hiring highly skilled foreign workers in specialty fields. This legal action highlights the ongoing tensions between state governments and federal immigration policies.

A new era of warfare characterized by advanced technologies and strategies is compelling the United States to reassess its military tools and tactics in preparation for potential conflicts with China. This shift reflects growing concerns over China's military advancements and the implications for U.S. security.

The U.S. military has intensified its pressure campaign against Venezuela, recently seizing an oil tanker off its coast, a move confirmed by President Donald Trump. This action reflects a significant escalation in U.S. efforts to undermine Nicolás Maduro's regime, which has faced declining support from traditional allies like Russia and China, who show little signs of providing military or financial aid.

A U.S. special operations team conducted a raid on a ship in the Indian Ocean last month, seizing military-related cargo destined for Iran from China. This operation reflects ongoing U.S. efforts to prevent Iran from enhancing its military capabilities amid rising tensions in the region.

Narges Mohammadi, a prominent human rights advocate and 2023 Nobel Peace Prize laureate, was arrested by Iranian security forces during a memorial event in Mashhad for human rights lawyer Khosro Alikordi. Reports indicate that her detention was violent, raising concerns about the treatment of activists in Iran.