Another Trump Cabinet member is mulling a 2028 run for president: report In recent months, 2028 speculation has largely focused on two figures: JD Vance and Marco Rubio The Independent UK · Aug 29
US strikes deal to control 65 billion barrels of Venezuela's oil reserves, Trump says Trump has long been candid about his desire for the US to secure Venezuelan oil and has urged oil companies to invest in the South American nation. Euronews · Aug 29
Trump says US inked deal with Venezuela to take control of 65 billion barrels of oil reserves The United States has reached an agreement with Venezuela concerning oil reserves. This deal involves taking control of sixty-five billion barrels of the nation's oil. Secretary of State Marco Rubio announced the agreement, calling it historic. The pact aims to bring private investment and lower gas prices. This development occurs… The Economic Times · Aug 29
Trump announces 'historic' agreement for US stake in Venezuela oil reserves Washington and Caracas announced Friday that they had reached a “historic” oil agreement, under which the United States will take majority control of more than 65 billion barrels of Venezuela's reserves. France 24 · Aug 29
Trump announces new US oil agreement with Venezuela US president says US will have ‘majority’ control of 65bn barrels of proven oil reserves The Guardian - US · Aug 28
‘Biggest deal in history’: Trump says US to control 65 billion barrels of Venezuela oil Trump said the deal was negotiated by Secretary of State Marco Rubio, Defence Secretary Pete Hegseth and Venezuela's interim President Delcy Rodriguez. He announced the agreement in a social media post. The announcement comes almost nine months after the US military, acting on Trump's orders, carried out an operation to… The Times of India · Aug 28
Rubio Uses Terrorism Law To Ban Secure Email Service The State Department doesn’t accuse Autistici/Inventati of doing anything more than providing "untraceable" email accounts. But that’s enough to outlaw it as a terrorist organization. Reason · Aug 27
Court Overturns Trump's 75-Nation U.S. Visa Ban, Only for State Dept. to Freeze Immigrant Applications Worldwide A judge struck down the 75-country immigrant visa ban. Days later, the State Dept froze visa interviews worldwide, hitting every nationality this time. Latin Times · Aug 27
In taking Syria off state sponsor of terrorism list, US is putting its faith in al-Qaida alumni – that presents risks and opportunities Syria’s delisting as a state sponsor of terrorism was a long time coming. The Conversation · Aug 27
Why Trump’s hatred of the ICC threatens relations with a key US ally Washington is running a campaign to ‘dismantle’ the international court to protect top Israeli officials like Benjamin Netanyahu from prosecution over alleged Gaza war crimes The Independent UK · Aug 27
After six months of Iran war, US goals have shifted. The Strait of Hormuz is now a top concern Six months after its start, the US war with Iran shows no clear end in sight. Original objectives have shifted, and some key goals remain unfulfilled. The Strait of Hormuz, a vital shipping lane, has been largely closed since the war began. While US forces achieved tactical successes, Iran's nuclear… The Economic Times · Aug 27
Federal Judge Voids US Visa Freeze That Blocked Green Cards for Brazil and 74 Other Nations A federal judge voided the visa freeze that blocked Brazilian green cards since January. Here's what changes for the 74 other nations affected. Latin Times · Aug 26
Trump, Vance Split Dallas RNC Duty, but the Speaker List for the Midterm Convention Skips Latino Republicans The RNC released its full Dallas convention schedule this week. Here's what changed since our last report, and why no Latino headliner is confirmed yet. Latin Times · Aug 26
Lawmakers Expose Israeli Torture of Sick Twenty-Year-Old American Student Detained Without Trial US lawmakers demand Israel free sick US student Sama Safi amid torture claims, legal concerns and warnings over her health. International Business Times UK · Aug 26
International Business Times · Aug 26 Marco Rubio Reportedly Tells Allies That U.S. Won't Strike Iran 'For The Time Being' And Focus On Economic Pressure The Trump administration this week unveiled a plan to impose secondary sanctions on those "enabling" Iran to maintain its economic activity.
The Times of India · Aug 26 US pauses fresh military action against Iran, turns to sanctions and maritime pressure The US does not intend to carry out further military strikes on Iran “for now,” secretary of state Marco Rubio has informed the foreign ministers of several allied countries, Axios reported, citing American officials.
The Economic Times · Aug 26 US shifts Iran war strategy from fresh strikes to sanctions as Trump seeks to squeeze Tehran: Report The United States is implementing economic sanctions alongside a naval blockade aimed at Iran. These new measures specifically target cooperatives interacting with Tehran, striving to disrupt its funding sources. Recent military operations have dispelled maritime threats, reducing Iran's influence over global oil supplies, while oil ships are now navigating the…
The Economic Times · Aug 25 Syria removed from US 'State Sponsor of Terrorism' list after 47 years The United States has formally removed Syria's State Sponsor of Terrorism designation. This action ends a 47-year classification, removing barriers to investment. Hay'at Tahrir al-Sham's terrorist designation was also rescinded by Washington. These steps aim to promote Syria's economic recovery and global reintegration. Syrian officials welcomed the decision as a…
The Economic Times · Aug 24 India-US ties are looking up, but the Russia and Iran sanctions bill, FCRA & BRICS will test reset US-India ties have improved at the working level, particularly in defence, with a new 10-year framework and Javelin missile sales, while Indian exports to the US rose 5.5% to nearly $60 billion in the first nine months of FY26. However, uncertainty remains over Washington’s broader India policy.
Salon · Aug 24 Hegseth's path to 2028 is no joke The defense secretary's tough-guy persona may be exactly what wins over white evangelical voters
The Economic Times · Aug 24 Trump administration's visa pause for 75 countries struck down by US court A US federal judge has struck down the Trump administration’s suspension of immigrant visas for nationals of 75 countries, ruling it violated immigration law. Visa refusals based solely on the policy were also set aside and must be reconsidered by consular officers.
The Independent UK · Aug 24 Iran-US war latest: Trump unveils ‘economic D-Day’ sanctions as Tehran vows to go on the attack Iran’s new security chief warns Gulf neighbours they will be treated as ‘enemies’ if they join Trump’s economic war
Latin Times · Aug 23 Sanctions Over Speed: How the White House Quietly Recalibrated Its Cuba Bet Seven months after Maduro's capture, Trump's predicted Cuba collapse hasn't arrived — Rubio now talks years, not weeks, as sanctions grind on.
We Got This Covered · Aug 22 In January, Trump administration issued a visa ban on 75 countries. Now federal judge strikes down policy calling it ‘contrary to law’ "The outcome is predetermined.”