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A series of events has shaken American politics

Dec 18, 2025

New York [US], December 18: The American political scene was abuzz on December 16th after White House Chief of Staff Susie Wiles's interview with Vanity Fair magazine was published. Wiles, known for her reserved nature and avoidance of the media, made surprisingly candid remarks about the Trump administration. She expressed concerns about immigration policy, tariffs, and more. In the interview, she described President Trump as having the "personality of an alcoholic" and Vice President JD Vance as a "conspiracy theorist." She also complained about Attorney General Pam Bondi and billionaire Elon Musk during his time working for the Department of Government Effectiveness (DOGE) earlier this year.
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The US tightens its grip on Venezuela

Dec 18, 2025

New York [US], December 18: In a post on the social media platform Truth Social yesterday morning, President Trump ordered a "complete and thorough" blockade of sanctioned oil tankers entering and leaving Venezuela . According to the leader, surrounding Venezuela now is "the largest fleet ever assembled in South American history, and its size will continue to expand." Last week, the U.S. seized a large oil tanker named Skipper off the coast of Venezuela.

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A crucial moment for the Ukraine peace plan

Dec 18, 2025

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The US Congress approves a record-high defense budget, exceeding Trump's expectations

Dec 18, 2025

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The US is taking drastic measures to revoke citizenship in cases of fraudulent naturalization

Dec 18, 2025

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Venezuelan military issues strong statement; US deploys troops to Ecuador

Dec 18, 2025

New York [US], December 18: "We told the US government and their president that we are not intimidated by their crude and arrogant threats. The dignity of our country cannot...
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Hamdan bin Mohammed directs setting up of 'Dubai RDI Ecosystem' under Dubai Future Foundation

Dec 18, 2025

Dubai [UAE], December 18: H.H. Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Crown Prince of Dubai, Deputy Prime Minister, Minister of Defence, and Chairman of the Board of Trustees...
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DGR, US Consulate explore cultural, educational cooperation

Dec 18, 2025

Sharjah [UAE], December 18: The Department of Government Relations (DGR) in Sharjah welcomed Robert Raines, Consul General of the United States in Dubai and the Northern Emirates, at Bait Elowal,...
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UAE steps up humanitarian efforts in Gaza as winter storm intensifies

Dec 18, 2025
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UAE hotel occupancy rates among world's highest, says Minister of Economy & Tourism

Dec 18, 2025
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Gold edges higher as risk sentiment deteriorates on mixed US jobs data, geopolitical tension, Fed comments

Dec 18, 2025
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US Senate approves major policy bill authorising $900 billion for Pentagon

Dec 18, 2025
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Japan logs 2 bln USD trade surplus in November

Dec 17, 2025
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Taiwan reveals how it will quickly retaliate against a surprise attack from China

Dec 17, 2025
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Thailand sets conditions for negotiations with Cambodia

Dec 17, 2025
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The White House outlines a 'very strong' security guarantee for Ukraine

Dec 17, 2025
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The Pentagon is moving toward reforming the military's power structure

Dec 17, 2025
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President Trump added 20 countries to the list of countries banned or restricted from entry

Dec 17, 2025
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The EU plans to ease the ban on internal combustion engine vehicles from 2035

Dec 17, 2025
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Trump ordered a complete blockade of all oil tankers subject to sanctions entering and leaving Venezuela

Dec 17, 2025
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How did Trump react when his chief of staff described him as having the characteristics of an alcoholic?

Dec 17, 2025
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Trump is signing executive orders at a faster pace than in his first four years.

Dec 17, 2025
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JetBlue flight averts mid-air collision with US Air Force jet

Dec 17, 2025
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Trump says lawsuit against BBC likely to be filed soon

Dec 17, 2025
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FDA reviews COVID vaccine safety, no new warning planned

Dec 17, 2025
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Netflix says its position on deal with Warner Bros Discovery unchanged

Dec 17, 2025