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Joseph Kent, chief of staff to the Director of National Intelligence, stated that intelligence is investigating potential FBI involvement in the January 6 riots during a Senate intelligence committee hearing.

The Haas Formula 1 team has stated that it will continue its operations without interruption, despite its parent company, Haas Automation, experiencing a “dramatic decrease in demand” attributed to tariffs imposed by the United States government.

A proposed 50% tariff on all Chinese goods, combined with existing tariffs, could result in over 100% tariffs, severely crippling trade between the US and China.

Pakistan has expelled thousands of Afghan nationals following the expiration of a deadline for Afghans without legal status, with over 8,900 deported since April 1, according to the UNHCR.

Brazil’s judiciary is currently testing its resilience as supporters of ex-President Jair Bolsonaro face off against the judiciary amid accusations of bias, similar to claims made during Lula’s previous legal tribulations.

A significant increase in tariffs, including a stunning 104% levy on Chinese imports, is set to take effect, creating volatility in Asian markets. This development follows an overall downturn in the U.S. stock market, where the S&P 500 fell 1.6%, indicating widespread investor concern regarding the ongoing trade war.

Tensions between Israel and Turkey are escalating, with both nations exchanging strong warnings of military action over the situation in Syria. Israel’s attacks on Syrian targets are seen as a direct response to Turkish military ambitions in the region.

The global financial markets are experiencing a downturn due to US tariffs imposed by President Trump, raising fears of an escalating trade war and potential global recession.

Trading has just restarted in Europe and all the main stock markets are showing a slight rebound from the previous falls.

Iran, Saudi Arabia, and Iraq were responsible for 90% of recorded executions in 2024, with Iran leading at 972 executions, a significant increase from the previous year.