JOHANNESBURG – President Donald Trump’s threat to halt all U.S. foreign aid to South Africa, citing alleged land confiscation and human rights abuses, has drawn sharp criticism. South African President Cyril Ramaphosa refuted Trump’s claims, stating that no land has been confiscated and expressing willingness to discuss land reform with the U.S. administration. Last week, […]
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US Funding of Lebanese Army Questioned Amid Allegations of Hezbollah Ties “`
Concerns are mounting regarding the apparent collaboration between the Lebanese Armed Forces (LAF) and Hezbollah, prompting renewed calls for the Trump administration to halt its substantial financial support for the LAF. Some analysts argue the two entities are effectively indistinguishable. Edy Cohen, an Israeli scholar specializing in Hezbollah, stated that Hezbollah and the Lebanese army […]
Panama to End China Canal Deal, Strengthen US Ties Following Rubio Visit “`
Following a meeting with Secretary of State Marco Rubio and amid concerns raised by President Donald Trump about China’s influence, Panamanian President José Raúl Mulino announced Sunday his country would terminate a key agreement with China. He stated Panama’s sovereignty over the Panama Canal will remain intact, but the 2017 memorandum of understanding to participate […]
Jailed ex-Pakistani PM Imran Khan’s legal battle draws comparisons to President Trump “`
FIRST ON FOX: Supporters of jailed Pakistani Prime Minister Imran Khan, convicted last month on corruption charges, draw parallels between his treatment and that of President Donald Trump, alleging persecution by Pakistani authorities. Many have connected Khan’s situation to Trump’s, criticizing the government’s actions against the popular former leader. Richard Grenell, a longtime Trump advisor, […]
Arab League Rejects Trump’s Gaza Relocation Plan “`
In a joint statement released Saturday following a meeting in Cairo, several Arab nations rejected President Trump’s proposal to relocate Palestinians from Gaza to Egypt and Jordan. The statement, signed by foreign ministers from Qatar, Jordan, the UAE, Saudi Arabia, and Egypt, along with the Palestine Liberation Organization and the Arab League, reaffirmed unwavering support […]
Netanyahu Visits Trump in Washington to Bolster US-Israel Ties “`
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu traveled to the United States on Sunday for a meeting with President Trump, aiming to bolster relations with the U.S. government following strained ties with the Biden administration over the Gaza conflict. Netanyahu’s visit to Washington occurs while a ceasefire with Hamas, including prisoner releases, remains in effect, with negotiations […]
King Charles Extends Sympathy to US After Deadly DC Plane Crash
King Charles III expressed his profound shock and sorrow at the tragic air accident in Washington, D.C., offering condolences to the U.S. and the victims’ families on Saturday. A Buckingham Palace statement conveyed the King’s deep sympathy, extending heartfelt thoughts to the American people and those who lost loved ones in the devastating crash. He […]
Hamas Hostage Released, Family Remains Captive “`
After over 480 days in Hamas captivity following his abduction from Kibbutz Nir Oz, Yarden Bibas has been released. However, his release is bittersweet; his wife, Shiri, and their two young children, Ariel and Kfir, remain held in Gaza, their well-being a grave concern for the Israel Defense Forces (IDF). Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu […]
Rubio begins Latin American tour to advance Trump’s ‘Golden Age’ vision “`
Embarking on his first international trip as the nation’s top diplomat, Marco Rubio begins a six-day tour in Panama on Saturday, aiming to advance President Donald Trump’s foreign policy objectives. Trump’s inaugural address included a pledge to regain control of the Panama Canal, and Special Envoy for Latin America Mauricio Claver-Carone stated in a Friday […]
Greek Defense Minister: Trump uniquely positioned to influence Erdogan on Turkey’s regional ambitions “`
FIRST ON FOX: NATO has been concerned about expansionist rhetoric for years, particularly given Russia’s invasion of Ukraine. However, Greece’s defense minister argues the alliance must also address similar threats from within its ranks. A long-standing dispute between Greece and Turkey over Cyprus, both NATO members since 1952, has fueled tensions for decades, nearly leading […]
Three More Hostages Freed in Hamas-Israel Ceasefire Deal, Including U.S. Citizen
As part of a tenuous ceasefire agreement with Israel, the terrorist organization Hamas released three more hostages on Saturday, including an American-Israeli citizen, Keith Siegel. Hamas initially transferred Ofer Kalderon and Yarden Bibas to the Red Cross, who subsequently handed them over to Israeli Defense Forces (IDF) soldiers. “Ofer is home! We are overjoyed, relieved, […]
Six Americans Freed After Trump Envoy Grenell’s Meeting with Maduro
Following a meeting in Caracas focused partly on the release of detained Americans, President Trump’s special envoy, Richard Grenell, announced Friday night his return to the U.S. with six freed Americans. He tweeted that the six had spoken with President Trump and expressed their gratitude. While Grenell didn’t name the six men, four were reportedly […]
Three Arrested in Netherlands for Theft of Romanian Golden Helmet
Dutch authorities apprehended three individuals on Wednesday following the theft of a priceless, ancient golden helmet from a small Dutch museum. The helmet, a significant cultural artifact of Romania and approximately 2,500 years old, has not yet been recovered. The theft of the helmet and three accompanying golden wristbands, also on display, sent shockwaves through […]
Serbian Railway Station Collapse Sparks Widespread Anti-Corruption Protests “`
Months of mass protests have gripped Serbia following the deaths of 15 people in a railway station collapse. For nearly three months, tens of thousands of students have demonstrated, demanding accountability and prosecution for those responsible for the November 1st disaster. The station canopy collapsed after renovations undertaken by two Chinese firms. A general strike […]
Iran’s Space Launch Sites Masquerading Covert Nuclear Operations “`
FIRST ON FOX: Intelligence indicates that a clandestine Iranian Ministry of Defense and Armed Forces Logistics agency, responsible for nuclear development, operates from key Iranian space program facilities. Iran has a history of concealing its nuclear advancements within seemingly commercial ventures, and suspicions have long existed regarding its space program’s dual-use potential in nuclear weapons […]
Hamas Announces Release of First American Hostage from Gaza
Hamas has announced the impending release of American-Israeli citizen Keith Siegel on Saturday, fulfilling a provision of the Israel-Hamas ceasefire agreement. He is the first American hostage taken during Hamas’ October 7th, 2023 attacks to be freed under the deal. Siegel and his wife, Aviva, were captured during Hamas’ October 7th, 2023, offensive. Aviva Siegel […]
Swedish Quran Burner Shot Dead
Swedish authorities reported Thursday that Salwan Momika, a 38-year-old Iraqi man who performed several Quran desecrations in Sweden during 2023, died in a shooting near Stockholm. Momika’s actions, widely publicized through videos, sparked significant international outrage and unrest in numerous countries. The Stockholm District Court announced the postponement of Momika’s trial verdict, scheduled for Thursday, […]
St. Kitts Probes Death of 19 Found in Drifting Boat
St. Kitts and Nevis authorities announced a Thursday investigation into the discovery of at least 19 bodies aboard a drifting vessel. The St. Kitts and Nevis Coast Guard responded to a report of a derelict boat approximately 11:30 a.m. Wednesday near Nevis. The partially submerged vessel contained significantly decomposed bodies. It was subsequently towed to […]
Netanyahu Condemns Chaotic Hostage Release by Hamas
Prime Minister Netanyahu strongly condemned the “shocking scenes” surrounding the release of Israeli and Thai hostages by Hamas terrorists on Thursday. President Herzog described the scenes of mistreatment endured by the hostages during their transfer to the Red Cross as horrifying. In response, Netanyahu initially ordered a delay in the planned release of terrorists, demanding […]
Video Shows IDF Soldier’s Emotional Reunion with Family
Following 482 days in Hamas captivity, IDF soldier Agam Berger was reunited with her family. She was the last soldier from the Nahal Oz base held by Hamas. IDF-released video showed Berger’s overjoyed parents watching their daughter greet Israeli forces before their reunion. The IDF also released footage of Berger’s emotional reunion with her parents. […]