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US visa restrictions on owner of India-based pharmacy, 13 associates for fentanyl trafficking

The US has imposed visa restrictions on 13 individuals linked to an India-based online pharmacy, KS International Traders, and its owner for trafficking illicit fentanyl to Americans. This action follows previous sanctions against the company and its associates for supplying counterfeit fentanyl-laced pills that contributed to the US opioid crisis.

The Economic Times · May 12

'Continue seeing Gaza on YouTube': Netanyahu mocks flotilla as Israel intercepts more than 20 ships with 175 activists; draws global flak

Israel's Navy successfully intercepted a Gaza-bound flotilla carrying activists near Crete, preventing any vessels from reaching Palestinian shores. Prime Minister Netanyahu commended the operation, stating all participants were turned back. The US State Department backed Israel's actions, calling the flotilla a counterproductive stunt organized by a pro-Hamas entity.

The Times of India · May 1

Trump already put his face on national park passes. Now he’s added his face and gold signature to a limited-edition vital US document

The narcissism is getting out of hand.

We Got This Covered · Apr 29

‘He thought the group was too big’: Trump was so paranoid about leaks, he lied to his own staff about calling off the Iran strike

Only a small group knew about the attack beforehand.

We Got This Covered · Apr 3

State Department cut jobs with deep expertise in Middle East as Iran crisis escalates

The widening war in Iran is exposing big gaps at the State Department, especially in the bureau that handles the Middle East

The Independent UK · Mar 19

State Department Slams Daily Beast Over 'Sexist' Attack on Trump's New Consular Chief, Mora Namdar

The US State Department called an article by the Daily Beast a 'sexist' attempt to describe Namdar's career.

International Business Times UK · Dec 29, 2025

Donald Trump’s ‘peace plan’ for Ukraine is just a 28-point surrender note to Russia

Even peace doesn’t come without controversy if Donald Trump is behind the plan. In his latest effort to bring the Russia-Ukraine war to an end, the U.S. president has presented a 28-point plan. But if you think that helps Ukraine, think again.

The Mary Sue · Nov 24, 2025

Syrian president holds talks with Trump at White House

Ahmed al-Sharaa was expected to push for full lifting of remaining sanctions imposed during 13-year civil war

The Guardian - UK · Nov 10, 2025

U.N. High Commissioner For Refugees Says Trump Immigration Policies May Be Violating International Law

In a speech, Filippo Grandi criticized what he described as a growing disregard for international law among developed nations and emphasized that poorer countries continue to carry most of the global refugee burden.

Latin Times · Oct 11, 2025

Qatar PM meets Trump after Israel’s deadly strike on Doha

Prior to talks with Trump, Sheikh Mohammed met State Secretary Rubio, who heads to Israel to pledge continued support.

Al Jazeera · Sep 12, 2025