Trump cries foul over ‘technical tie’ in Honduras presidential race

Former U.S. President Donald Trump announced plans to pardon Juan Orlando Hernandez, the former president of Honduras, who is currently serving a 45-year prison sentence in the United States for drug trafficking. This announcement has raised concerns about the implications for U.S. credibility and influence in Central America, especially in light of ongoing political tensions in Honduras.

Donald Trump has accused Honduran officials of attempting to manipulate the presidential election results as the vote count stalls, with right-wing candidate Nasry Asfura in a technical tie. The electoral court cited technical issues for the delay, while Trump warned of severe consequences if his preferred candidate does not win.

The U.S. has reportedly employed 'double-tap' strikes against Venezuelan boats suspected of drug trafficking, a tactic previously utilized during the Obama administration. This method involves conducting two strikes in quick succession to ensure the target is neutralized. Recent operations have raised questions about the legality and implications of such military actions.

Russian President Vladimir Putin has claimed that Russian forces have captured the strategic city of Pokrovsk in Ukraine, a statement disputed by Ukrainian officials who assert they still control parts of the city. This announcement coincides with the arrival of U.S. Special Envoy Steve Witkoff in Moscow for talks aimed at negotiating a peace deal to end the ongoing conflict.

U.S. Special Envoy Steve Witkoff is set to meet with Russian President Vladimir Putin in Moscow as part of renewed diplomatic efforts to end the ongoing war in Ukraine. This meeting follows a series of productive discussions between U.S. officials and Ukrainian representatives aimed at establishing a peace framework.

Two members of the West Virginia National Guard were critically injured in a shooting incident near the White House, which has intensified the rhetoric from President Trump and America First Republicans regarding crime and immigration. The suspect, identified as Rahmanullah Lakanwal, an Afghan national, has been linked to the attack, prompting calls for stricter immigration policies.

US President Donald Trump has accused Honduran election officials of attempting to manipulate the presidential vote outcome, following a close race where the remaining votes are being counted by hand. Trump, who supports the conservative candidate Nasry Asfura, warned of severe consequences if he perceives the final results as altered.

The White House confirmed that a US Navy admiral authorized a second strike on a suspected drug-smuggling vessel linked to Venezuela, which has raised questions about the legality and implications of such military actions. This strike follows a previous operation and is part of a broader campaign against drug trafficking in the Caribbean region.