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Donald Trump joked about merging Northern Ireland and the Republic of Ireland, highlighting his recent focus on a united Ireland.
The United States is under scrutiny for deportations to El Salvador, where Human Rights Watch reports forced disappearances of Salvadoran deportees. President Nayib Bukele’s Terrorism Confinement Centre faces allegations of human rights violations. Families seek recourse amidst these concerns.
Cuba is experiencing an island-wide blackout as its national power grid collapses, affecting around 10 million residents. The Ministry of Energy and Mines noted a “complete disconnection” while investigating the situation. President Miguel Diaz-Canel will speak with the US government regarding the crisis.
The B-52 now receives Rolls-Royce engines, ensuring its service in the US military persists into the 2050s.
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This morning, European Union leaders prepare for critical discussions on economic stability.
Focus centres on unity amidst evolving geopolitical challenges.
European leaders are responding firmly to Donald Trump’s demands, marking a shift in relations, as outlined in Why Europe is finally standing up to Donald Trump | US News.
The US military killed an Iranian official linked to an assassination plot against Donald Trump, who “got the last laugh.”
Asif Merchant was convicted of plotting to kill Trump, amid allegations of Iran-backed conspiracies on US soil.
Four killed as tornadoes and powerful storms leave a trail of destruction in southern Michigan, with homes damaged and power outages reported.
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