Did the Trump administration commit a war crime in its attack on a Venezuelan boat?

The US Department of Homeland Security has initiated a significant immigration enforcement operation in New Orleans, marking an escalation in the Trump administration's strategy targeting Democratic-led cities. Local leaders have expressed concern regarding the methods employed and the potential civil rights implications of this crackdown.

A federal judge in Washington, D.C., has issued a preliminary injunction blocking the Trump administration from conducting widespread immigration arrests without warrants or probable cause. This ruling was prompted by a lawsuit from civil liberties and immigrants' rights groups against the Department of Homeland Security.

Europe has scaled back its plan to provide substantial loans to Ukraine, primarily due to concerns raised by Belgium. The revised proposal aims to address these concerns while allowing the U.S. to leverage the funds as a potential incentive for Moscow.

Bessent is advocating for a residency requirement for regional US Federal Reserve bank presidents, a move seen as part of the Trump administration's broader strategy to exert more control over the US Federal Reserve.

The U.S. military has faced scrutiny following two strikes on vessels in the Caribbean, allegedly linked to drug trafficking, which resulted in the deaths of all individuals on board. Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth has been accused of issuing orders that led to a follow-up strike, contradicting his claims of not having given such directives. This situation raises questions about military engagement rules and accountability.

Russian President Vladimir Putin met with U.S. Special Envoy Steve Witkoff in Moscow to discuss the ongoing conflict in Ukraine, characterizing the talks as 'constructive' while acknowledging that significant work remains to achieve peace. During the meeting, Putin accused Kyiv’s European allies of undermining U.S.-led efforts to resolve the war.

The U.S. and Russia engaged in extensive peace talks on Tuesday aimed at resolving the ongoing conflict in Ukraine, with both sides labeling the discussions as 'constructive.' However, no specific agreements were reached during the hours-long meeting.

NATO foreign ministers are set to convene in Brussels on Wednesday, focusing on the ongoing negotiations to end the war in Ukraine, but notably without the attendance of the U.S. delegation. This absence underscores a significant shift in diplomatic dynamics as the U.S. has been a key player in the discussions surrounding Ukraine's conflict with Russia.