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Two powerful earthquakes measuring 7.1 and 7.5 magnitude struck northern Venezuela on Wednesday afternoon, collapsing buildings and prompting evacuations. Aftershocks were felt as far away as neighboring Colombia. The quakes caused significant damage in Caracas and Valencia, with many residents losing power or internet.
The Trump administration has proposed an $87.6 billion supplemental budget to Congress, including funds for military operations against Iran, just a day after lawmakers voted to restrict presidential war powers. The proposal faces an uphill battle amid GOP divisions and Democratic opposition, with polls showing only 24% of Americans believe the war is worth the cost.
Zimbabwe's Senate passed a controversial constitutional amendment on December 3, extending President Emmerson Mnangagwa's term until 2030 and shifting presidential elections from the public to parliament. The bill, approved with 75 votes in favor, now goes to Mnangagwa to sign into law.
German Chancellor Friedrich Merz announced on June 28 that top European leaders would send a strong signal of support for Ukraine at the NATO summit in Ankara in July. Meeting in Berlin as the European Five (E5), the leaders signed a joint declaration pledging continued substantial support against Russian aggression. The summit comes as U.S. President Donald Trump also seeks to end the war, and European leaders prepare for discussions on defense spending and potential military missions.
A federal judge in New York issued a temporary restraining order preventing the DOJ from subpoenaing transgender patients' medical records. The order cites privacy rights and criticizes the Trump administration's policies as a coordinated effort to target an entire group. The ruling is a temporary victory for plaintiffs represented by Lambda Legal.
Iran's Parliament Speaker Mohammad Bagher Ghalibaf called on Muslim nations to learn from Iran's experiences, particularly in political and social fields. He stressed the need for unity and cooperation among Islamic countries and reaffirmed Iran's readiness to support regional allies. The statement is seen as part of Iran's broader diplomatic push to bolster its influence in the Middle East.
Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi told US Secretary of State Marco Rubio that peace in the Middle East is impossible without an end to US military intervention. The call, which highlighted deep divisions over Iran's nuclear program and regional activities, comes amid fresh US sanctions and rising tensions.
Iranian and Saudi foreign ministers discussed the progress of peace negotiations during a phone call, their highest-level contact since restoring diplomatic ties in March 2023. Both sides highlighted the importance of dialogue and cooperation for regional stability.
IAEA Director Rafael Grossi affirmed that nuclear inspectors will enter Iran, while Tehran says the issue will only be resolved in the context of a final deal with the U.S. A recent MoU opens the door for 60 days of negotiations between the two sides.
Progressive candidates backed by New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani won key primary races on Tuesday, dealing a significant blow to pro-Israel forces. Pro-Palestinian advocates celebrated the victories as a 'political earthquake' that signals a shift in Democratic Party politics away from unconditional support for Israel.
