Abiy's vision of Ethiopia includes a seaport in Eritrea. Some see a looming conflict Ethiopia’s prime minister sees himself as a renaissance man trying to reimagine the old greatness of his country The Independent UK · Feb 28
Donald Trump is ‘not exactly happy’ on nuclear talks with Iran President Trump expressed dissatisfaction with ongoing Iran nuclear negotiations, stating Tehran must commit to not developing nuclear weapons. He emphasized the need for a "meaningful" deal, highlighting Iran's past actions and the significant US military presence in the Middle East. Trump indicated a crucial decision lies ahead regarding the diplomatic… The Times of India · Feb 28
President Trump endorses Sid Miller and Don Huffines, countering Abbott’s picks Trump’s last-minute primary endorsements that directly oppose the Texas governor’s selections came hours after he spoke at an event in Corpus Christi on Friday. The Texas Tribune · Feb 28
'I would intervene but ... ': Trump says he gets along 'very well' with Pakistan amid 'open war' with Afghanistan After US President Donald Trump praised Pakistan’s Chief of Defence Forces Asim Munir and Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif amid Islamabad’s ongoing conflict with the Taliban, the United States on Saturday expressed its support for what it described as Pakistan’s “right to defend itself against Taliban attacks.” The Times of India · Feb 28
Trump administration warns tariff refund process ‘will take time’ DoJ says it will not ask US supreme court to rehear tariffs case despite president’s complaint on Truth Social The Guardian - US · Feb 28
Donald Trump Faces Fresh Cognitive Health Fears, Claims Reconstruction Is 'Fancy Name' For Civil War Donald Trump's recent comments in Texas about the Civil War and Reconstruction have sparked controversy and raised questions about his understanding of US history. International Business Times UK · Feb 28
Trump moves to blacklist Anthropic AI from all government work The penalty is usually reserved for companies from adversarial countries, like China's Huawei. Axios · Feb 28
Anthropic to take Trump's Pentagon to court over AI dispute The AI company is doing what few others have: publicly challenging the administration. Axios · Feb 28
Bill Clinton’s deposition leaves lawmakers divided over Trump’s ties with Epstein IN FULL The Independent UK · Feb 28
Trump news at a glance: president blasts AI company for standing firm on safety guardrails US military wants lifted Anthropic has resisted allowing its Claude AI system to be used for mass surveillance or autonomous weapons systems – key US politics stories from Friday, 27 February at a glance The Guardian - US · Feb 28
‘I can’t bring myself to do that’: Renee Good’s brother refuses to watch deadly Minneapolis shooting video The Trump administration is yet to contact Renee Good’s family, they said The Independent UK · Feb 28
'They have no money, nothing': Trump raises possibility of 'friendly takeover' of Cuba President Trump suggested a "friendly takeover of Cuba," citing discussions with Cuban officials and the island's economic struggles. This follows a confrontation between Cuban forces and a U.S.-registered speedboat, prompting investigations. Trump's administration has intensified pressure on Cuba, impacting its energy supply. The Times of India · Feb 28
ICE agents ‘posed as police looking for missing child’ amid fear tactic could erode trust in real cops According to a statement, ICE agents had gained access to the building by posing as police in search of a child The Independent UK · Feb 28
Renee Good’s family says Trump hasn’t contacted them after her death Neither president nor anyone in administration has reached out after Good was killed by immigration officer, says family The Guardian - US · Feb 28
The Independent UK · Feb 28 Bill Clinton peppered with awkward questions about Epstein ties during deposition as Democrats and Republicans spar over Trump Republicans claimed Clinton’s testimony exonerated Trump, while Democrats stressed that it only raised more questions
The Independent UK · Feb 28 Deaths on a boat off Cuba spotlight Florida anti-government groups A fatal shooting on a boat traveling to Cuba is bringing fresh attention to a deep-rooted movement in Florida against the island’s government
The Independent UK · Feb 28 Los Angeles school superintendent placed on paid leave amid federal probe Los Angeles School Superintendent Alberto Carvalho is being put on paid leave while he is part of a federal investigation
The Independent UK · Feb 28 Treasury Department terminates union contracts for IRS and Bureau of the Fiscal Service workers The Treasury Department says it has ended its collective bargaining agreement with unionized workers employed at the Internal Revenue Service
The Independent UK · Feb 28 The Trump administration is detaining and questioning refugees already admitted to the US In a break from tradition, refugees admitted to the United States after extensive interviews and vetting are being detained and questioned again
The Times of India · Feb 28 With US pressure rising, Iran agrees to 'never, ever have nuclear material, Oman mediator says Oman’s foreign minister has said Iran has agreed it will “never, ever have … nuclear material” capable of producing a bomb, describing the breakthrough as a major step towards defusing tensions between Washington and Tehran.
The Independent UK · Feb 27 Federal judge extends order protecting refugees in Minnesota from being arrested and deported A federal judge has extended his order protecting refugees in Minnesota who are lawfully in the U.S. from being arrested and deported
The Independent UK · Feb 27 Judge says Trump administration ‘terrorizing’ refugees under ‘dystopian nightmare’ policy DHS is blocked from arresting and detaining recently resettled refugees in Minnesota as legal challenges continue
The Independent UK · Feb 27 Retail customers sue FedEx and Ray-Bans maker over tariff refunds The federal court lawsuits seek to ensure that consumers get a share of any refunds the businesses get
The Guardian - US · Feb 27 Judge blocks arrest and detention of some lawful refugees in Minnesota Trump administration’s unlawful policy turns ‘refugees’ American Dream into a dystopian nightmare’, judge says
The Texas Tribune · Feb 27 Tony Gonzales heads into Election Day with political future imperiled, Democrats eyeing his district Both parties are contemplating the notion of Brandon Herrera, a gun-loving YouTuber with a history of provocative comments, as the GOP nominee. Herrera says he can win in November.