United States · Politics
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US President Donald Trump to Attend June 2026 G7 Summit in France
President Donald Trump will attend the G7 leaders' summit in Evian-les-Bains, France from June 15 to 17, 2026.
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US charges former Cuban leader Raúl Castro over 1996 plane shootdown
The US indicted Raúl Castro and five others for the 1996 downing of two civilian planes that killed four people.
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Trump's approval falls to 34%-37% amid Iran war and rising fuel costs in May 2026
Donald Trump's approval rating dropped to near the lowest levels of his second term as war and economic issues sour voter support.
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US reduces Brigade Combat Teams in Europe from four to three, delaying Poland deployment
The US Department of Defense cut Brigade Combat Teams in Europe from four to three on May 19, 2026, delaying troop deployment to Poland.
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US and China negotiate extension of 2025 trade truce with tariff cuts and Boeing deal
The US and China are pursuing talks to extend their 2025 trade truce, including reciprocal tariff cuts and a major Boeing aircraft sale.
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US to cut military forces in NATO crisis pool, notify allies May 22 in Brussels
The US will announce a significant reduction in forces available for NATO’s crisis response at a May 22 meeting in Brussels.
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Andy Barr Wins Kentucky Republican Senate Primary to Succeed Mitch McConnell
US Rep. Andy Barr won the Republican nomination to fill Mitch McConnell's Senate seat in Kentucky on May 19, 2026.
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US-Iran Talks Show Cautious Progress Amid Disputes and Potential Military Plans
The US and Iran made slow progress in talks over nuclear and maritime issues while considering military options if diplomacy fails.
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US and Iran tentatively agree on 60-day ceasefire extension and negotiation framework
US and Iranian negotiators have tentatively agreed on extending their ceasefire by 60 days and beginning talks on Iran's nuclear program.
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US Senate advances war powers resolution to limit Trump’s Iran military actions
The US Senate voted 50-47 on May 19 to advance a resolution requiring President Trump to seek congressional approval for continued military action against Iran.
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Trump’s Board of Peace Reports Funding Gap in $70 Billion Gaza Reconstruction Plan
Trump’s Board of Peace reported a large gap between $17 billion pledged for Gaza reconstruction and actual funds disbursed.
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New Zealand tourist fined 500 euros for jumping into Rome's Trevi Fountain
A New Zealand tourist was fined 500 euros and banned after jumping fully clothed into Rome’s Trevi Fountain despite police orders.
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56-year-old woman dies after falling into uncovered manhole in Midtown Manhattan
Donike Gocaj died after falling about 3 meters into an uncovered manhole on Fifth Avenue in Midtown Manhattan on May 18, 2026.
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ICE Agent Christian Castro Charged for January Shooting of Venezuelan Immigrant in Minneapolis
ICE agent Christian Castro was charged with assault and false reporting for shooting Julio César Sosa-Celis during a January raid in Minneapolis.
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Trump Endorses Ken Paxton Over John Cornyn in Texas GOP Senate Runoff
President Donald Trump endorsed Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton in the Republican Senate runoff against Senator John Cornyn.
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Cuba asserts right to self-defense amid US military threat claims and drone allegations
Cuba's President Diaz-Canel warned US military threats risk a devastating conflict while denying plans to attack US targets amid drone reports.
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Trump expands TrumpRx with over 600 generic drugs and new pricing tools
President Trump announced on May 18, 2026, a major expansion of TrumpRx, adding more than 600 drugs and new features to the discount drug platform.
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WHO declares Ebola outbreak in DRC and Uganda a global health emergency
WHO declared the Ebola outbreak in Democratic Republic of Congo and Uganda a Public Health Emergency of International Concern on May 17, 2026.
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All suspected hantavirus cases in Italy test negative amid wider outbreak
Four suspected hantavirus cases in Italy, including a man from Calabria, tested negative after quarantine and testing, health officials said.
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Israel built two secret military bases in Iraq to support 2025 war on Iran
Israel established two covert bases in Iraq's western desert to aid air operations during the June 2025 war on Iran, Iraqi sources and analysts say.
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Trump pauses planned Iran attack after Gulf allies' request amid peace talks
US President Donald Trump called off a May 19 attack on Iran to allow diplomacy, warning new strikes could come within days if no deal is reached.
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Trump Drops $10B IRS Lawsuit, Establishes $1.8B Fund Amid Political Backlash
President Trump dropped his $10 billion IRS lawsuit in exchange for a $1.776 billion Anti-Weaponisation Fund, sparking GOP and Democratic criticism.
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US suspends entry of travelers from Congo, Uganda, South Sudan over Ebola outbreak
The CDC barred travelers from DRC, Uganda, and South Sudan for 30 days to slow Ebola spread, amid a deadly outbreak in eastern Congo.
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Philippine Senate opens impeachment trial of Vice-President Sara Duterte
The Philippine Senate began impeachment proceedings against Vice-President Sara Duterte on May 18, giving her 10 days to respond to charges.