US President Donald Trump has said the killing of Iranian protesters has stopped. The president also said the Iranians have made no plans to conduct executions. Trump's comments come as pressure continues to mount on Iran's authoritarian regime from its citizens. Reports have emerged suggesting that the US may strike Iran as it removes some personnel from the region. Reuters has reported "signals" of a US attack are clear amid threats that Trump will intervene. Reports out of Iran claim over 2,000 protesters were killed during the demonstrations.

US President Holds Off on Another Attack Amid Rising Tensions

US President Donald Trump has said the killing of Iranian protesters has stopped. The president also said the Iranians have made no plans to conduct executions. Trump's comments come as pressure continues to mount on Iran's authoritarian regime from its citizens. Reports have emerged suggesting that the US may strike Iran as it removes some personnel from the region. Reuters has reported "signals" of a US attack are clear amid threats that Trump will intervene. Reports out of Iran claim over 2,000 protesters were killed during the demonstrations.


US-Iran Tensions: US President Indicates He Will Hold off Another Attack for Now 

<p>US President Donald Trump on Wednesday (Jan 14) offered a cryptic assessment of Iran’s future, suggesting the country’s clerical government could fall under the weight of mass protests that have rocked the nation for the past 18 days. However, he stopped short of backing any single opposition figure to take the current President Masoud Pezeshkian-led government's place. This comes as Trump announced that he had been told Iran's security forces had stopped killing protesters. He also said that he would "watch it and see" before deciding if US military intervention was still needed.&nbsp;</p><p><strong>Also read | </strong><a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/donald-trump-says-iran-has-stopped-killing-protesters-but-keeps-military-option-open-we-re-going-to-watch-it-and-see-1768438100885"><strong>Trump says Iran has 'stopped killing protesters,' but keeps military option open</strong></a></p><h2><strong>Iran could ‘fall’</strong></h2><p>Speaking in an interview with Reuters at the Oval Office, Trump said it was “possible” the government in Tehran could fall under the pressure of weeks of unrest that have rocked the country and reportedly left thousands dead in a violent crackdown.</p><p>“Any regime can fail,” Trump said cryptically, adding, “Whether it falls or not, it’s going to be an interesting period of time.”</p><p>His remarks come as demonstrations across Iran have grown into the most serious challenge to clerical rule since the 1979 Islamic Revolution. Rights groups say security forces have used live ammunition, mass arrests and near-total internet blackouts to suppress dissent.</p><p><strong>Also read | </strong><a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/oil-prices-plunge-nearly-3-after-trump-says-iran-protest-killings-have-stopped-markets-react-breaking-news-1768442763635"><strong>Oil prices plunge nearly 3% after Trump says Iran protest killings have stopped</strong></a></p><h2><strong>Will Trump back Iran’s exiled prince?</strong></h2><p>When asked about Iranian opposition figure Reza Pahlavi, the US-based son of Iran’s last shah, Trump was notably restrained. The POTUS said that the exiled prince “seems very nice”, but quickly added that he was unsure whether Pahlavi could command real support inside Iran. “I don't know how he'd play within his own country. And we really aren't up to that point yet.”</p><p>However, he said he would be “fine” with Pahlavi leading Iran if Iranians accepted him. "I don't know whether or not his country would accept his leadership, and certainly if they would, that would be fine with me."</p><p><a href="https://www.wionews.com/videos/iran-unrest-allies-warn-iran-strike-could-backfire-boost-regime-1768414835053">https://www.wionews.com/videos/iran-unrest-allies-warn-iran-strike-could-backfire-boost-regime-1768414835053/embed</a></p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>&nbsp;</p>

Donald Trump, in an interview, has hinted Iran’s clerical rule could collapse under the ongoing mass protests, but stopped short of backing a successor. As he claims killings have paused and keeps military action on the table, WION explains what his cryptic statement could mean.

US President Donald Trump on Wednesday (Jan 14) offered a cryptic assessment of Iran’s future, suggesting the country’s clerical government could fall under the weight of mass protests that have rocked the nation for the past 18 days. However, he stopped short of backing any single opposition figure to take the current President Masoud Pezeshkian-led government's place. This comes as Trump announced that he had been told Iran's security forces had stopped killing protesters. He also said that he would "watch it and see" before deciding if US military intervention was still needed. Also read | Trump says Iran has 'stopped killing protesters,' but keeps military option open Iran could ‘fall’ Speaking in an interview with Reuters at the Oval Office, Trump said it was “possible” the government in Tehran could fall under the pressure of weeks of unrest that have rocked the country and reportedly left thousands dead in a violent crackdown. “Any regime can fail,” Trump said cryptically, adding, “Whether it falls or not, it’s going to be an interesting period of time.” His remarks come as demonstrations across Iran have grown into the most serious challenge to clerical rule since the 1979 Islamic Revolution. Rights groups say security forces have used live ammunition, mass arrests and near-total internet blackouts to suppress dissent. Also read | Oil prices plunge nearly 3% after Trump says Iran protest killings have stopped Will Trump back Iran’s exiled prince? When asked about Iranian opposition figure Reza Pahlavi, the US-based son of Iran’s last shah, Trump was notably restrained. The POTUS said that the exiled prince “seems very nice”, but quickly added that he was unsure whether Pahlavi could command real support inside Iran. “I don't know how he'd play within his own country. And we really aren't up to that point yet.” However, he said he would be “fine” with Pahlavi leading Iran if Iranians accepted him. "I don't know whether or not his country would accept his leadership, and certainly if they would, that would be fine with me." https://www.wionews.com/videos/iran-unrest-allies-warn-iran-strike-could-backfire-boost-regime-1768414835053/embed

<p>Donald Trump, in an interview, has hinted Iran’s clerical rule could collapse under the ongoing mass protests, but stopped short of backing a successor. As he claims killings have paused and keeps military action on the table, WION explains what his cryptic statement could mean.</p>

Trump drops cryptic hints on Iran, says regime could ‘FALL’ amid unrest; says this about exiled crown prince Pahlavi

Trump has expressed interest in acquiring Greenland, raising eyebrows internationally. In a separate statement, he praised U.S. ties with Denmark, highlighting strategic and diplomatic relations.

Trump Wants to Conquer Greenland; Trump Hails Ties with Denmark

Donald Trump said he was told executions in Iran have stopped, citing "good authority," even as Tehran signals fast trials, leaving uncertainty over US action amid an ongoing crackdown on protesters.


Trump Claims Iran Halted Protest Killings, Says No Executions Planned

The Trump administration has indefinitely suspended immigrant visa processing for people from 75 countries, marking one of its most expansive efforts yet to restrict legal pathways to the United States.

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Donald Trump said he was told executions in Iran have stopped, citing "good authority," even as Tehran signals fast trials, leaving uncertainty over US action amid an ongoing crackdown on protesters.

There's No Plan for Executions: Trump Says Iran Has Stopped Killing Protesters 

<p>Oil prices late on Thursday (Jan 15) dropped by three per cent following US President Donald Trump's comments that Iran's security forces had stopped killing protesters. West Texas Intermediate dropped 3.0 per cent to $60.16 per barrel while Brent crude was down 2.93 per cent to $64.57.</p><p><strong>Also read | </strong><a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/donald-trump-says-iran-has-stopped-killing-protesters-but-keeps-military-option-open-we-re-going-to-watch-it-and-see-1768438100885"><strong>Donald Trump says Iran has 'stopped killing protesters,' but keeps military option open: 'We're going to watch it and see'</strong></a></p><h2><strong>What did Trump say?</strong></h2><p>Speaking at the White House on Wednesday (Jan 14), Trump said he had received assurances from what he described as "very important sources on the other side" that the violent crackdown on demonstrations had stopped and that planned executions would not go ahead. He offered no further details and stressed that the information had not yet been independently confirmed.</p><p><strong>Also read | </strong><a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/iran-accuses-us-of-plotting-regime-change-after-trump-tells-protestors-help-is-on-its-way-1768353184275"><strong>Iran accuses US of plotting 'regime change' after Trump tells protesters, 'HELP IS ON ITS WAY'</strong></a></p><p>"They've said the killing has stopped and the executions won't take place," Trump said. "There were supposed to be a lot of executions today, and that the executions won't take place -- and we're going to find out."</p><p>However, when pressed on whether US military action in Iran was now off the table, Trump struck a cautious note and said, "We're going to watch it and see what the process is".&nbsp;</p><h2><strong>Oil prices experience volatility amid Iran-US tensions</strong></h2><p>As the world awaits with bated breath a possible US military intervention in Iran, amid concerns that the situation could restrict supplies of crude, oil prices on Wednesday had risen by around 1.5 per cent. In the week which ended January 9, crude stocks had climbed by 3.4 million barrels to 422.4 million barrels, compared with analysts' expectations of a 1.7 million-barrel draw.</p><p><a href="https://www.wionews.com/videos/iran-unrest-allies-warn-iran-strike-could-backfire-boost-regime-1768414835053/embed">https://www.wionews.com/videos/iran-unrest-allies-warn-iran-strike-could-backfire-boost-regime-1768414835053/embed</a></p><p>Analyst Michael Wan of financial group MUFG, who earlier this week noted that Iran makes up three per cent of global oil production, on Thursday said that Trump's latest comments "come even as the United States has redeployed some personnel in Qatar and other American bases from ongoing geopolitical tensions and possible Iranian threats to target those locations".</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>&nbsp;</p><h2>&nbsp;</h2>

Oil prices slid nearly 3 per cent after Donald Trump said Iran had halted killings of protesters, easing fears of imminent US military action. Markets reacted fast as geopolitical risk cooled, although uncertainty over Iran and US moves remains.

Oil prices late on Thursday (Jan 15) dropped by three per cent following US President Donald Trump's comments that Iran's security forces had stopped killing protesters. West Texas Intermediate dropped 3.0 per cent to $60.16 per barrel while Brent crude was down 2.93 per cent to $64.57. Also read | Donald Trump says Iran has 'stopped killing protesters,' but keeps military option open: 'We're going to watch it and see' What did Trump say? Speaking at the White House on Wednesday (Jan 14), Trump said he had received assurances from what he described as "very important sources on the other side" that the violent crackdown on demonstrations had stopped and that planned executions would not go ahead. He offered no further details and stressed that the information had not yet been independently confirmed. Also read | Iran accuses US of plotting 'regime change' after Trump tells protesters, 'HELP IS ON ITS WAY' "They've said the killing has stopped and the executions won't take place," Trump said. "There were supposed to be a lot of executions today, and that the executions won't take place -- and we're going to find out." However, when pressed on whether US military action in Iran was now off the table, Trump struck a cautious note and said, "We're going to watch it and see what the process is". Oil prices experience volatility amid Iran-US tensions As the world awaits with bated breath a possible US military intervention in Iran, amid concerns that the situation could restrict supplies of crude, oil prices on Wednesday had risen by around 1.5 per cent. In the week which ended January 9, crude stocks had climbed by 3.4 million barrels to 422.4 million barrels, compared with analysts' expectations of a 1.7 million-barrel draw. https://www.wionews.com/videos/iran-unrest-allies-warn-iran-strike-could-backfire-boost-regime-1768414835053/embed Analyst Michael Wan of financial group MUFG, who earlier this week noted that Iran makes up three per cent of global oil production, on Thursday said that Trump's latest comments "come even as the United States has redeployed some personnel in Qatar and other American bases from ongoing geopolitical tensions and possible Iranian threats to target those locations".

<p>Oil prices slid nearly 3 per cent after Donald Trump said Iran had halted killings of protesters, easing fears of imminent US military action. Markets reacted fast as geopolitical risk cooled, although uncertainty over Iran and US moves remains.</p>

Oil prices plunge nearly 3% after Trump says Iran protest killings have stopped | Markets react

<p>US President Donald Trump on Wednesday (Jan 14) said that he had been told Iran's security forces had stopped killing protesters. However, he said that he would "watch it and see" before deciding if the threatened military action was still needed. In recent days, the POTUS has spoken about coming to the aid of protesters in Iran, even posting on Truth Social, "HELP IS ON ITS WAY", while threatening "strong action" over Tehran's violent crackdown on nationwide protests.</p><h2><strong>'Executions won't take place'</strong></h2><p>Speaking at the White House, Trump said he had received assurances from what he described as "very important sources on the other side" that the violent crackdown on demonstrations had stopped and that planned executions would not go ahead. He offered no further details and stressed that the information had not yet been independently confirmed.</p><p><strong>Also read | </strong><a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/iran-accuses-us-of-plotting-regime-change-after-trump-tells-protestors-help-is-on-its-way-1768353184275"><strong>Iran accuses US of plotting 'regime change' after Trump tells protesters, 'HELP IS ON ITS WAY'</strong></a></p><p>"They've said the killing has stopped and the executions won't take place," Trump said. "There were supposed to be a lot of executions today and that the executions won't take place -- and we're going to find out."</p><p>Pressed on whether US military action was now off the table, Trump struck a cautious note. "We're going to watch it and see what the process is," he said.</p><h2><strong>'No hanging,' confirms Iran, Erfan Soltani safe for now</strong></h2><p>Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi later confirmed that the hanging has been paused for now. In an interview with Fox News, he said there would be "no hanging today or tomorrow," and insisted there was no plan for executions. "I can tell you, I'm confident that there is no plan for hanging," Araghchi said while accusing Israel of fueling unrest, without offering evidence. He, however, insisted that the Iranian government was "in full control" after what he described as days of "terrorist operations."</p><p>Separately, a rights group said the execution of 26-year-old protester Erfan Soltani, which had been scheduled for Wednesday, would not go ahead, citing information from his family.</p><p><strong>Also read | </strong><a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/india-in-the-crosshairs-as-trump-announces-25-tariff-on-iran-trade-partners-protest-death-toll-rises-to-648-1768273204068"><strong>India in the crosshairs as Trump announces 25% tariff on Iran trade partners; protest death toll rises to 648</strong></a></p>

Trump says Iran has paused killings and executions after his warnings of “strong action,” but added that he is still watching closely. Tehran has also confirmed that there will be no hangings for now. 

US President Donald Trump on Wednesday (Jan 14) said that he had been told Iran's security forces had stopped killing protesters. However, he said that he would "watch it and see" before deciding if the threatened military action was still needed. In recent days, the POTUS has spoken about coming to the aid of protesters in Iran, even posting on Truth Social, "HELP IS ON ITS WAY", while threatening "strong action" over Tehran's violent crackdown on nationwide protests. 'Executions won't take place' Speaking at the White House, Trump said he had received assurances from what he described as "very important sources on the other side" that the violent crackdown on demonstrations had stopped and that planned executions would not go ahead. He offered no further details and stressed that the information had not yet been independently confirmed. Also read | Iran accuses US of plotting 'regime change' after Trump tells protesters, 'HELP IS ON ITS WAY' "They've said the killing has stopped and the executions won't take place," Trump said. "There were supposed to be a lot of executions today and that the executions won't take place -- and we're going to find out." Pressed on whether US military action was now off the table, Trump struck a cautious note. "We're going to watch it and see what the process is," he said. 'No hanging,' confirms Iran, Erfan Soltani safe for now Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi later confirmed that the hanging has been paused for now. In an interview with Fox News, he said there would be "no hanging today or tomorrow," and insisted there was no plan for executions. "I can tell you, I'm confident that there is no plan for hanging," Araghchi said while accusing Israel of fueling unrest, without offering evidence. He, however, insisted that the Iranian government was "in full control" after what he described as days of "terrorist operations." Separately, a rights group said the execution of 26-year-old protester Erfan Soltani, which had been scheduled for Wednesday, would not go ahead, citing information from his family. Also read | India in the crosshairs as Trump announces 25% tariff on Iran trade partners; protest death toll rises to 648

<p>Trump says Iran has paused killings and executions after his warnings of “strong action,” but added that he is still watching closely. Tehran has also confirmed that there will be no hangings for now.&nbsp;</p>

Donald Trump says Iran has 'stopped killing protesters,' but keeps military option open: 'We're going to watch it and see'

<p>The United States, Denmark, and Greenland have agreed to establish a senior-level working group aimed at easing tensions over Greenland’s future, despite ongoing disagreements with the Trump administration. Danish Foreign Minister Lars Lokke Rasmussen said talks are intended to explore possible compromises while preserving Denmark’s core positions.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>Speaking in Washington on Wednesday (January 14), Rasmussen described his meeting with US Secretary of State Marco Rubio and Vice President JD Vance, alongside Greenland’s foreign minister, as candid and constructive, though significant differences remain. According to Rasmussen, all sides agreed that continued dialogue at a high political level could help address US concerns without crossing Denmark’s “red lines.” He emphasised that any proposal undermining Denmark’s sovereignty or Greenlanders’ right to self-determination would be unacceptable.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p><strong>Also Read: </strong><a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/-200-000-soldiers-are-awol-2-million-ukrainians-wanted-for-avoiding-military-service-ukraine-s-defense-minister-mykhailo-fedorov-1768417801879"><strong>'200,000 soldiers are AWOL, 2 million Ukrainians 'wanted' for avoiding military service: Ukraine's Defense Minister Mykhailo Fedorov</strong></a></p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>Discussions centered largely on Greenland’s long-term security, Rasmussen said. While the US president has made his stance clear, Denmark maintains that stability can be achieved within the current constitutional framework. Despite what Rasmussen called a “fundamental disagreement,” the parties agreed to keep communication open. The newly formed working group is expected to hold its first meeting within the coming weeks.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p><a href="https://www.wionews.com/videos/the-mystery-of-time-is-time-travel-possible-quantum-breakthrough-rattles-global-science-1768413064797/embed"><strong>https://www.wionews.com/videos/the-mystery-of-time-is-time-travel-possible-quantum-breakthrough-rattles-global-science-1768413064797/embed</strong></a></p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>Meanwhile, Germany announced it will deploy a small military reconnaissance team to Greenland beginning Thursday. The German Defense Ministry said the 13-member unit will conduct an exploratory mission from January 15 to 17, 2026, at Denmark’s request and in cooperation with other European partners.</p><h2>‘Clear that Trump wants to conquer Greenland’</h2><p>Danish Foreign Minister Lars Lokke Rasmussen said that Denmark would firmly oppose any US move to take control of Greenland, following talks at the White House. Rasmussen said it was “absolutely not necessary” for the United States to seize the Arctic island, which is governed by Copenhagen. “We didn’t manage to change the American position,” he said. “It’s clear that the president has this wish to conquer Greenland, and we made it very, very clear that this is not in the interest of the kingdom.” Rasmussen called on Washington to pursue “respectful” cooperation regarding Greenland instead.</p>

'It is clear Trump wants to CONQUER GREENLAND': Danish Foreign Minister Lokke Rasmussen

The United States, Denmark, and Greenland have agreed to establish a senior-level working group aimed at easing tensions over Greenland’s future, despite ongoing disagreements with the Trump administration. Danish Foreign Minister Lars Lokke Rasmussen said talks are intended to explore possible compromises while preserving Denmark’s core positions. Speaking in Washington on Wednesday (January 14), Rasmussen described his meeting with US Secretary of State Marco Rubio and Vice President JD Vance, alongside Greenland’s foreign minister, as candid and constructive, though significant differences remain. According to Rasmussen, all sides agreed that continued dialogue at a high political level could help address US concerns without crossing Denmark’s “red lines.” He emphasised that any proposal undermining Denmark’s sovereignty or Greenlanders’ right to self-determination would be unacceptable. Also Read: '200,000 soldiers are AWOL, 2 million Ukrainians 'wanted' for avoiding military service: Ukraine's Defense Minister Mykhailo Fedorov Discussions centered largely on Greenland’s long-term security, Rasmussen said. While the US president has made his stance clear, Denmark maintains that stability can be achieved within the current constitutional framework. Despite what Rasmussen called a “fundamental disagreement,” the parties agreed to keep communication open. The newly formed working group is expected to hold its first meeting within the coming weeks. https://www.wionews.com/videos/the-mystery-of-time-is-time-travel-possible-quantum-breakthrough-rattles-global-science-1768413064797/embed Meanwhile, Germany announced it will deploy a small military reconnaissance team to Greenland beginning Thursday. The German Defense Ministry said the 13-member unit will conduct an exploratory mission from January 15 to 17, 2026, at Denmark’s request and in cooperation with other European partners. ‘Clear that Trump wants to conquer Greenland’ Danish Foreign Minister Lars Lokke Rasmussen said that Denmark would firmly oppose any US move to take control of Greenland, following talks at the White House. Rasmussen said it was “absolutely not necessary” for the United States to seize the Arctic island, which is governed by Copenhagen. “We didn’t manage to change the American position,” he said. “It’s clear that the president has this wish to conquer Greenland, and we made it very, very clear that this is not in the interest of the kingdom.” Rasmussen called on Washington to pursue “respectful” cooperation regarding Greenland instead.

<p>The US, Denmark, and Greenland will form a working group to address disputes over Greenland’s future, even as deep disagreements with Washington remain</p>

Arab leaders and Israel are privately urging Washington to hold off on any immediate military strike on Iran, warning it could backfire and strengthen Tehran’s regime instead of weakening it. Gulf monarchies fear a US attack would destabilise the region, disrupt vital oil flows, and trigger Iranian retaliation on US bases hosted in their territories.


Iran Unrest: Allies Warn Iran Strike Could Backfire, Boost Regime 

Iran withdrew its warships from active participation in the China-led "Will for Peace 2026" BRICS naval exercises off South Africa's coast on January 13, 2026, shifting to observer status at Pretoria's request. The drills, running until January 16 near Simon's Town, continue with vessels from Russia, China, UAE, and South Africa focusing on maritime security.


Iran Bows Out of BRICS Naval Drills Under Pressure 

Donald trump is expected to announce the formation of a new international board of peace this week. The committee is aimed at overseeing his ambitious post-war plan for Gaza this comes even as ongoing violence and political deadlock cast doubt on its prospects.


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With Trump’s escalating actions against migrants, U.S. Immigration and customs enforcement is facing fresh scrutiny and not just on the streets but also inside its detention centers. 


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Iran's military declared high alert status amid escalating tensions with the US, warning that any attack would trigger retaliatory strikes on American bases in the region. Tehran notified neighbors hosting U.S. forces-including Turkey, UAE, and Qatar-of potential targeting, following President Trump's threats over the protest crackdown.


Iran Military on High Alert, Warns It Could Strike U.S. Bases if Attacked

<p>Donald Trump has reignited controversy by declaring it would be ‘unacceptable’ for Greenland to fall under the control of any nation other than the United States, once again pressing his demand to bring the Arctic island under US authority. His comments came just hours before senior Danish and Greenlandic officials were set to meet top US leaders in Washington for sensitive discussions about the territory’s future.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>Posting on social media, Trump argued that Greenland is essential to American national security and claimed Nato should support US control of the island. He said the alliance would be stronger and more effective if Greenland were under Washington’s authority, adding that the territory is crucial to the “Golden Dome” missile defence system his administration is developing.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>The remarks coincided with preparations for talks in Washington between Denmark’s foreign minister, Lars Lokke Rasmussen, Greenland’s foreign minister, Vivian Motzfeldt, US vice-president JD Vance, and Secretary of State Marco Rubio. While the meeting was initially requested by Denmark and Greenland, it was later reshaped after Vance asked to join and then host the discussions.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p><strong>Also Read: </strong><a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/-renee-did-not-have-a-criminal-record-nicole-good-s-family-breaks-silence-on-false-child-abuse-claims-1768397055599"><strong>'Renee did not have a criminal record': Nicole Good’s family breaks silence on false child abuse claims</strong></a></p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>Trump first floated the idea of acquiring Greenland during his first presidency in 2019, but his language has become far more aggressive since his return to office last year. He has suggested the US would obtain the island “one way or another,” alarming European allies and Nato partners.&nbsp;</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>The president has refused to rule out the use of force, despite Greenland being a semi-autonomous territory of Denmark, a member of both the EU and Nato. Greenland is strategically important due to its Arctic location and untapped mineral resources, factors that have intensified US interest. Danish and Greenlandic leaders have consistently rejected the idea of a takeover, stating that the island is not for sale and accusing Washington of exerting undue pressure on a close ally. They have also pointed out that a 1951 defence agreement already permits the US to expand its military footprint on the island if needed.</p>

<p>European leaders have rallied behind Denmark. European Commission president Ursula von der Leyen stressed that Greenland belongs to its people and that their wishes must be respected. French President Emmanuel Macron warned that any challenge to the sovereignty of an EU member state would have unprecedented consequences, pledging France’s full support for Denmark.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>Denmark’s defence minister, Troels Lund Poulsen, has sought to reassure Washington by highlighting increased Danish military activity in Greenland and ongoing discussions with allies about strengthening Nato’s Arctic presence.</p><p>Greenland’s prime minister, Jens-Frederik Nielsen, made the island’s position clear, saying Greenland chooses to remain aligned with Denmark, Nato, and the EU. He emphasized that Greenland seeks cooperation and dialogue, not confrontation, and rejected any notion of governance from Washington.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p><a href="https://www.wionews.com/videos/stalin-s-secular-dravidian-pongal-ignites-bjp-fury-1768397756635/embed"><strong>https://www.wionews.com/videos/stalin-s-secular-dravidian-pongal-ignites-bjp-fury-1768397756635/embed</strong></a></p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>Danish Prime Minister Mette Frederiksen echoed those sentiments, saying Denmark has faced unacceptable pressure from its closest ally and warning that international borders cannot be changed through coercion or force.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>Despite Trump’s insistence that US ownership of Greenland is psychologically and strategically necessary, public opinion at home appears skeptical. A recent Reuters/Ipsos poll found that only 17% of Americans support his efforts to acquire the island, while overwhelming majorities across both political parties oppose using military force. Nearly half of the respondents disapproved outright, and only a tiny fraction viewed armed annexation as a good idea.</p>

'Greenland vital for the Golden Dome we are building', says president Donald Trump

Donald Trump has reignited controversy by declaring it would be ‘unacceptable’ for Greenland to fall under the control of any nation other than the United States, once again pressing his demand to bring the Arctic island under US authority. His comments came just hours before senior Danish and Greenlandic officials were set to meet top US leaders in Washington for sensitive discussions about the territory’s future. Posting on social media, Trump argued that Greenland is essential to American national security and claimed Nato should support US control of the island. He said the alliance would be stronger and more effective if Greenland were under Washington’s authority, adding that the territory is crucial to the “Golden Dome” missile defence system his administration is developing. The remarks coincided with preparations for talks in Washington between Denmark’s foreign minister, Lars Lokke Rasmussen, Greenland’s foreign minister, Vivian Motzfeldt, US vice-president JD Vance, and Secretary of State Marco Rubio. While the meeting was initially requested by Denmark and Greenland, it was later reshaped after Vance asked to join and then host the discussions. Also Read: 'Renee did not have a criminal record': Nicole Good’s family breaks silence on false child abuse claims Trump first floated the idea of acquiring Greenland during his first presidency in 2019, but his language has become far more aggressive since his return to office last year. He has suggested the US would obtain the island “one way or another,” alarming European allies and Nato partners. The president has refused to rule out the use of force, despite Greenland being a semi-autonomous territory of Denmark, a member of both the EU and Nato. Greenland is strategically important due to its Arctic location and untapped mineral resources, factors that have intensified US interest. Danish and Greenlandic leaders have consistently rejected the idea of a takeover, stating that the island is not for sale and accusing Washington of exerting undue pressure on a close ally. They have also pointed out that a 1951 defence agreement already permits the US to expand its military footprint on the island if needed.

<p>Trump renews calls for US control of Greenland, citing security needs, as Denmark, Greenland, and EU allies push back ahead of tense talks</p>

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<p>Scott Adams, the American author and cartoonist, passed away at age 68 on Tuesday, January 13, after a long battle with prostate cancer. He was best known for creating the iconic comic strip Dilbert. His death marks the end of an era for comedy and the entertainment industry. Dilbert is one of the most renowned humorous comic strips that has remained relevant to millions of office workers across the globe for over three decades.&nbsp;</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p><strong>Also Read: </strong><a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/bollywood/ram-gopal-varma-foresees-dhurandhar-and-toxic-box-office-face-off-calls-it-dhuroxic-1768301446593"><strong>Ram Gopal Varma foresees Dhurandhar and Toxic box office face-off</strong></a></p><h2>Scott Adams, creator of Dilbert, created a legacy&nbsp;</h2><p>Adams introduced Dilbert in 1989. It is known for its satirical office humour featuring a white-collar, micromanaged office with engineer Dilbert as the main character. The artist drew inspiration from his previous corporate environment and used it as the basis for his comic strip. It quickly gained popularity for its sharp humour, funny storylines, and relatable depiction of office politics, difficult bosses, and daily work chaos.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p><strong>Also Read: </strong><a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/yash-s-toxic-teaser-lands-in-legal-trouble-over-sexually-explicit-and-morally-offensive-scenes-1768364446797"><strong>Yash’s Toxic teaser lands in legal trouble over ‘sexually explicit and morally offensive scenes’</strong></a></p><h2>US President Donald Trump pays tribute&nbsp;</h2><p>With its simple art style and clever jokes, Dilbert became one of the most-read comic strips of the 1990s and early 2000s. Additionally, Adams expanded his creation into bestselling books, calendars, merchandise, and even an animated television series. His work made him a household name and a respected figure in the world of comics and satire.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>Following his demise, US President Donald Trump paid tribute to the cartoonist, describing him as a great influencer and a fantastic guy, writing on X, "Sadly, the Great Influencer, Scott Adams, has passed away... He will be truly missed. God bless you Scott!"</p><p>&nbsp;</p>

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet"><p lang="en" dir="ltr">&quot;Sadly, the Great Influencer, Scott Adams, has passed away... He will be truly missed. God bless you Scott!&quot; - President Donald J. Trump 🇺🇸 <a href="https://t.co/faUlWlxq9f">pic.twitter.com/faUlWlxq9f</a></p>&mdash; The White House (@WhiteHouse) <a href="https://twitter.com/WhiteHouse/status/2011125800398176377?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">January 13, 2026</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

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<p>Scott mentioned his life, while writing, "For the first part of my life, I was focused on making myself a worthy husband and parent, as a way to find meaning. That worked. But marriages don't always last forever, and mine eventually ended, in a highly amicable way. I'm grateful for those years and for the people I came to call my family.Once the marriage unwound, I needed a new focus. A new meaning. And so I donated myself to "the world," literally speaking the words out loud in my otherwise silent home. From that point on, I looked for ways I could add the most to people's lives, one way or another."</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>In the last, he jotted, “I had an amazing life. I gave it everything I had. If you got any benefits from my work, I'm asking you to pay it forward as best you can. That is the legacy I want.Be useful. And please know I loved you all to the end. Scott Adams.”</p>

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet"><p lang="en" dir="ltr">A Final Message From Scott Adams <a href="https://t.co/QKX6b0MFZA">pic.twitter.com/QKX6b0MFZA</a></p>&mdash; Scott Adams (@ScottAdamsSays) <a href="https://twitter.com/ScottAdamsSays/status/2011116140626657458?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">January 13, 2026</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

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<p>The strip mainly centres around the daily life of Dilbert, a frustrated engineer who often wears a distinctive tie that curves upward. He represents an everyman navigating a chaotic corporate world, dealing with incompetent management, company cost-cutting measures, and pointless projects.</p>

Scott Adams, the renowned American cartoonist and author, passed away at the age of 68. Known for his sharp viewpoint on corporate culture, Adams turned everyday office frustrations into a global phenomenon and created the popular comic strip Dilbert.

Scott Adams, the American author and cartoonist, passed away at age 68 on Tuesday, January 13, after a long battle with prostate cancer. He was best known for creating the iconic comic strip Dilbert. His death marks the end of an era for comedy and the entertainment industry. Dilbert is one of the most renowned humorous comic strips that has remained relevant to millions of office workers across the globe for over three decades. Also Read: Ram Gopal Varma foresees Dhurandhar and Toxic box office face-off Scott Adams, creator of Dilbert, created a legacy Adams introduced Dilbert in 1989. It is known for its satirical office humour featuring a white-collar, micromanaged office with engineer Dilbert as the main character. The artist drew inspiration from his previous corporate environment and used it as the basis for his comic strip. It quickly gained popularity for its sharp humour, funny storylines, and relatable depiction of office politics, difficult bosses, and daily work chaos. Also Read: Yash’s Toxic teaser lands in legal trouble over ‘sexually explicit and morally offensive scenes’ US President Donald Trump pays tribute With its simple art style and clever jokes, Dilbert became one of the most-read comic strips of the 1990s and early 2000s. Additionally, Adams expanded his creation into bestselling books, calendars, merchandise, and even an animated television series. His work made him a household name and a respected figure in the world of comics and satire. Following his demise, US President Donald Trump paid tribute to the cartoonist, describing him as a great influencer and a fantastic guy, writing on X, "Sadly, the Great Influencer, Scott Adams, has passed away... He will be truly missed. God bless you Scott!"

<p>Scott Adams, the renowned American cartoonist and author, passed away at the age of 68. Known for his sharp viewpoint on corporate culture, Adams turned everyday office frustrations into a global phenomenon and created the popular comic strip Dilbert.</p>

Scott Adams passes away at 68, US President Donald Trump pays tribute

<p>A United Auto Workers union member has been suspended by Ford after a heated exchange with President Donald Trump on Tuesday in Michigan, a UAW representative confirmed, as reported by CBS News Detroit. A video circulated by TMZ appears to show an incident during Trump's visit to the Rouge Centre in Dearborn, in which the president responded to a heckler shouting at him. Later in the video, Trump appeared to point and mouth "f*** you," showing his middle finger.</p>

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet"><p lang="en" dir="ltr">WATCH: Donald Trump flips off a Ford worker and appears to say “fu*k you” after the worker shouted “pedophile protector.” <a href="https://t.co/juqZLvpTUz">pic.twitter.com/juqZLvpTUz</a></p>&mdash; Republicans against Trump (@RpsAgainstTrump) <a href="https://twitter.com/RpsAgainstTrump/status/2011190207463203058?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">January 13, 2026</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

<h3><strong>The UAW member</strong> shouted ‘pedophile protector’</h3><p>TMZ reported that the person shouted “pedophile protector”, apparently referring to the Trump administration’s handling of files linked to Jeffrey Epstein. The individual was not identified, and a UAW representative declined to provide a name.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>Reacting to the episode, White House Communications Director Steven Cheung told CBS News Detroit that "A lunatic was wildly screaming expletives in a complete fit of rage, and the President gave an appropriate and unambiguous response."</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>Ford Motor Company spokesperson David Tovar said, "We had a great event today and we're proud of how our employees represented Ford. We've seen the clip you're referring to. One of our core values is respect and we don't condone anyone saying anything inappropriate like that within our facilities. When that happens, we have a process to deal with it but we don't get into specific personnel matters."</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>Trump paid his visit to Michigan on Tuesday to address the Detroit Economic Club and tour Ford's manufacturing plant in Dearborn. It trip of the president was his first visit since he came to Metro Detroit in April 2025 to celebrate his first 100 days in office.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>Later in the day, Trump spoke at the Sound Board Theatre at MotorCity Casino, highlighting economic issues and his win in Michigan in the 2024 election. He also defended his administration’s tariff policies, saying “tariff” was among his favourite words.</p>

TMZ reported that the person shouted “pedophile protector”, apparently referring to the Trump administration’s handling of files linked to Jeffrey Epstein. The individual was not identified, and a UAW representative declined to provide a name.

A United Auto Workers union member has been suspended by Ford after a heated exchange with President Donald Trump on Tuesday in Michigan, a UAW representative confirmed, as reported by CBS News Detroit. A video circulated by TMZ appears to show an incident during Trump's visit to the Rouge Centre in Dearborn, in which the president responded to a heckler shouting at him. Later in the video, Trump appeared to point and mouth "f*** you," showing his middle finger.

<p>TMZ reported that the person shouted “pedophile protector”, apparently referring to the Trump administration’s handling of files linked to Jeffrey Epstein. The individual was not identified, and a UAW representative declined to provide a name.</p>

Ford suspends UAW member after Trump flips middle finger, says ‘f**k you’ amid heated exchange: Report

<p>US President Donald Trump sparked fresh controversy on Tuesday (Jan 13) after he was caught on camera making an obscene gesture toward a heckler during a visit to an auto plant in Michigan. The moment, captured on video and widely shared on social media, unfolded during Trump’s tour of a Ford facility producing the Ford F-150 in Detroit. Here's what happened.</p><p><strong>Also read | </strong><a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/iran-accuses-us-of-plotting-regime-change-after-trump-tells-protestors-help-is-on-its-way-1768353184275"><strong>Iran accuses US of plotting 'regime change' after Trump tells protesters, 'HELP IS ON ITS WAY'</strong></a></p><h2><strong>Trump 'Flips the Bird' at protester</strong></h2><p>Footage shows Trump standing on an elevated walkway above the factory floor, wearing a long black overcoat, as shouting erupts from below. He appears to spot the person yelling, points in their direction, scowls, mutters a few choice words, telling the protester "f**k you," before raising his middle finger and turning away. The identity of the heckler remains unknown. Watch a video of the shocking interaction here:</p>

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet" data-media-max-width="560"><p lang="en" dir="ltr">STRUCK A NERVE! <br><br>Trump is visibly upset after being called a pedophile. He flips the person off and mouths “Fuck You”.<br><br>It looks like Trump is very sensitive when people mention his pedophilia riddled past. <a href="https://t.co/cVwI3S16Td">pic.twitter.com/cVwI3S16Td</a></p>&mdash; The Green Dragon Tavern (@greendragonhq) <a href="https://twitter.com/greendragonhq/status/2011192704005292404?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">January 13, 2026</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

<h2><strong>Why did Trump tell a protester "f**k you"?</strong></h2><p>Reports suggest that the protestor had called Trump a "paedophile protector," an apparent taunt tied to ongoing public pressure surrounding the release of documents connected to convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein. Just last month, the Trump administration released millions of documents from the notorious Epstein Files, amid discontent within Trump's own support base about how his administration dealt with the release.</p><p><strong>Also read | </strong><a href="https://www.wionews.com/trending/trump-beware-denmark-soldiers-will-shoot-first-ask-questions-later-if-us-tries-to-invade-greenland-1767862463458"><strong>Trump Beware! Denmark soldiers will 'shoot first, ask questions later' if US tries to invade Greenland</strong></a></p><p>The Justice Department has missed a December 19 deadline to fully disclose the material. Earlier this month, officials said they were still reviewing more than two million documents before making them public.</p><h2><strong>The protester got what he deserved: White House</strong></h2><p>The White House quickly defended the president's actions. Spokesperson Steven Cheung told AFP that the individual was aggressively shouting insults and that Trump's response was justified. "A lunatic was wildly screaming expletives in a complete fit of rage, and the President gave an appropriate and unambiguous response," Cheung said.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>&nbsp;</p>

Donald Trump has stirred fresh controversy after cameras caught him flipping off a heckler during a factory visit in Michigan. The protester shouted “paedophile protector,” prompting Trump to snap, curse, and raise his middle finger. The White House says it was justified.

US President Donald Trump sparked fresh controversy on Tuesday (Jan 13) after he was caught on camera making an obscene gesture toward a heckler during a visit to an auto plant in Michigan. The moment, captured on video and widely shared on social media, unfolded during Trump’s tour of a Ford facility producing the Ford F-150 in Detroit. Here's what happened. Also read | Iran accuses US of plotting 'regime change' after Trump tells protesters, 'HELP IS ON ITS WAY' Trump 'Flips the Bird' at protester Footage shows Trump standing on an elevated walkway above the factory floor, wearing a long black overcoat, as shouting erupts from below. He appears to spot the person yelling, points in their direction, scowls, mutters a few choice words, telling the protester "f**k you," before raising his middle finger and turning away. The identity of the heckler remains unknown. Watch a video of the shocking interaction here:

<p>Donald Trump has stirred fresh controversy after cameras caught him flipping off a heckler during a factory visit in Michigan. The protester shouted “paedophile protector,” prompting Trump to snap, curse, and raise his middle finger. The White House says it was justified.</p>

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<p>Leaders of the world’s leading central banks have publicly backed the US Federal Reserve and its chair, Jerome Powell, stressing that safeguarding central bank independence is essential for economic stability. In a joint statement released on Tuesday (January 13), senior policymakers warned that political pressure on the Fed threatens its ability to act in the public interest. The show of unity followed a controversial move by US prosecutors, who issued subpoenas to Powell in a step widely viewed as escalating President Donald Trump’s long-running conflict with the central bank.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>Powell broke with tradition on Sunday by responding publicly, pledging that monetary policy decisions would continue to be made “without political fear or favour.” “We express our full support for the Federal Reserve System and Chair Jerome H. Powell,” the statement said. It was endorsed by figures including European Central Bank President Christine Lagarde, Bank of England Governor Andrew Bailey, and South Korean central bank chief Rhee Chang-yong. The Bank of Japan did not sign the statement.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p><strong>Also Read: </strong><a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/-help-is-on-its-way-iranian-patriots-keep-protesting-says-trump-and-urges-protestors-to-take-over-institutions-in-iran-1768316314730"><strong>'HELP IS ON ITS WAY. IRANIAN PATRIOTS, KEEP PROTESTING', says Trump and urges protestors to 'take over institutions in Iran'</strong></a></p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>President Trump renewed his criticism of Powell on Tuesday, accusing him of mismanaging a costly renovation of the Fed’s Washington headquarters. Trump suggested the Fed chair was either “incompetent” or “crooked,” continuing a pattern of personal attacks tied to disagreements over interest rate policy. JP Morgan Chase CEO Jamie Dimon cautioned that undermining the Fed could have unintended consequences. He said broad confidence in the central bank’s independence is critical and warned that political interference would likely do more harm than good, even for those who disagree with Fed decisions.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p><a href="https://www.wionews.com/videos/app-targets-young-people-living-alone-away-from-their-families-1768323039596/embed"><strong>https://www.wionews.com/videos/app-targets-young-people-living-alone-away-from-their-families-1768323039596/embed</strong></a></p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>Support also came from the heads of central banks in Australia, Brazil, Canada, Denmark, Norway, Sweden, and Switzerland, as well as the chair of the Bank for International Settlements. At the center of the dispute is a $2.5 billion renovation of the Fed’s historic headquarters, which Trump has repeatedly cited as evidence of mismanagement.</p>

Global central bank leaders rally behind Fed Chair Jerome Powell amid pressure from Trump

Leaders of the world’s leading central banks have publicly backed the US Federal Reserve and its chair, Jerome Powell, stressing that safeguarding central bank independence is essential for economic stability. In a joint statement released on Tuesday (January 13), senior policymakers warned that political pressure on the Fed threatens its ability to act in the public interest. The show of unity followed a controversial move by US prosecutors, who issued subpoenas to Powell in a step widely viewed as escalating President Donald Trump’s long-running conflict with the central bank. Powell broke with tradition on Sunday by responding publicly, pledging that monetary policy decisions would continue to be made “without political fear or favour.” “We express our full support for the Federal Reserve System and Chair Jerome H. Powell,” the statement said. It was endorsed by figures including European Central Bank President Christine Lagarde, Bank of England Governor Andrew Bailey, and South Korean central bank chief Rhee Chang-yong. The Bank of Japan did not sign the statement. Also Read: 'HELP IS ON ITS WAY. IRANIAN PATRIOTS, KEEP PROTESTING', says Trump and urges protestors to 'take over institutions in Iran' President Trump renewed his criticism of Powell on Tuesday, accusing him of mismanaging a costly renovation of the Fed’s Washington headquarters. Trump suggested the Fed chair was either “incompetent” or “crooked,” continuing a pattern of personal attacks tied to disagreements over interest rate policy. JP Morgan Chase CEO Jamie Dimon cautioned that undermining the Fed could have unintended consequences. He said broad confidence in the central bank’s independence is critical and warned that political interference would likely do more harm than good, even for those who disagree with Fed decisions. https://www.wionews.com/videos/app-targets-young-people-living-alone-away-from-their-families-1768323039596/embed Support also came from the heads of central banks in Australia, Brazil, Canada, Denmark, Norway, Sweden, and Switzerland, as well as the chair of the Bank for International Settlements. At the center of the dispute is a $2.5 billion renovation of the Fed’s historic headquarters, which Trump has repeatedly cited as evidence of mismanagement.

<p>Global central bank chiefs back Jerome Powell, warning that political pressure on the Federal Reserve threatens independence and economic stability</p>

<p>Necla Özmen, a 55-year-old woman from Ankara, Turkey, gained significant attention online in late 2025 and early 2026. She claims that the US President Donald Trump is her biological father. &nbsp;She claimed that she was born out of an extramarital affair of Donald Trump. She had asked for a paternity test and filed a lawsuit in September 2025. However, the lawsuit was dismissed, concluding that Özmen failed to present sufficient factual grounds or evidence to justify a trial.</p><p><strong>Also Read:</strong> <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/trump-medical-advice-post-backfires-health-admission-1768051116881"><strong>‘Raving Lunatic’: Trump's medical advice post backfires as his own health admission draws backlash</strong></a></p>

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet" data-media-max-width="560"><p lang="en" dir="ltr">Does Trump have a lost daughter in Turkey?<br><br>Please meet Necla Ozmen, she claims Donald is her biological father<br><br>She’s requesting a DNA test, citing disputed birth records and an alleged informal adoption<br><br>The court dismissed the paternity lawsuit <a href="https://t.co/8By7NMyYqD">pic.twitter.com/8By7NMyYqD</a></p>&mdash; RT (@RT_com) <a href="https://twitter.com/RT_com/status/2011046909821976729?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">January 13, 2026</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

<h2>Who is Necla Özmen&nbsp;</h2><p>Necla Özmen was born in 1970 to her registered parents, Sati and Dursun Özmen, in Turkey. Dursun Özmen died in 2009, and Satı Özmen in 2017, told her about her birth. According to Necla, Sati has given birth to a stillborn baby at a hospital. Another US woman named Sophia gave her a newborn child instead. She claims that Sophia became pregnant through an illicit relationship with Trump and later abandoned the baby, who was then registered by the Özmen family. She believes her biological father worked at NATO back then, and her mother was shown a picture of Trump when she was being handed over to her mother.&nbsp;</p><p><strong>Also Read: </strong><a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/netanyahu-israel-end-us-military-aid-decade-1768035907381"><strong>Netanyahu says Israel may end reliance on US military aid within a decade</strong></a></p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>Özmen has reportedly sent a petition to the US Embassy and courts in the United States. “I don’t know how accurate it is. I want to find out if he is my father,” Özmen said. “I don’t want to cause him any trouble. I just want to know the truth.” She said that she does not intend to gain financially. She just wants to know the truth; apparently, she perceives some similarity between her physical features and those of Donald Trump and his other children. &nbsp;</p>

Necla Özmen, a 55-year-old woman from Turkey, claims former US President Donald Trump is her biological father. Here’s what she alleges, the lawsuit, and why it was dismissed.

Necla Özmen, a 55-year-old woman from Ankara, Turkey, gained significant attention online in late 2025 and early 2026. She claims that the US President Donald Trump is her biological father. She claimed that she was born out of an extramarital affair of Donald Trump. She had asked for a paternity test and filed a lawsuit in September 2025. However, the lawsuit was dismissed, concluding that Özmen failed to present sufficient factual grounds or evidence to justify a trial. Also Read: ‘Raving Lunatic’: Trump's medical advice post backfires as his own health admission draws backlash

<p>Necla Özmen, a 55-year-old woman from Turkey, claims former US President Donald Trump is her biological father. Here’s what she alleges, the lawsuit, and why it was dismissed.</p>

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The United States has revoked more than 100,000 visas since Donald Trump returned to office, according to the State Department. Officials say the number of cancelled visas has more than doubled as the administration intensifies its immigration enforcement and border control policies.

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President Donald Trump has warned Cuba to strike a deal with the US "before it's too late," threatening to cut off all Venezuelan oil and money supplies following Nicolas Maduro's capture by US forces.

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The rights and freedoms of all countries to carry out activities in the Arctic in accordance with law must be fully respected, Chinese Foreign Ministry Spokesperson Mao Ning on Monday said, in response to claims of the US President Donald Trump on Sunday that taking over Greenland is necessary to prevent Russia or China from gaining control of the strategic Arctic territory. The US should not use other countries as an excuse for pursuing its own selfish interests, Mao added.

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President Donald Trump has warned Cuba to strike a deal with the US "before it's too late," threatening to cut off all Venezuelan oil and money supplies following Nicolas Maduro's capture by US forces.


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<p>A branch of Venezuela's national oil company owns an island in New Jersey which might soon come under the control of a major Trump supporter. The Philadelphia Inquirer reported that Citgo Petroleum Corp has owned the 300-acre Petty's Island for decades. It is the refining arm of Venezuela's state-owned Petróleos de Venezuela (PDVSA), based in Houston, Texas. Things might change for the island since Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro is in US custody on drug trafficking charges. Add to it a recent court ruling, and a businessman who has made huge donations to Trump can end up benefiting. Amber Energy, an affiliate of Elliott Investment Management, which Paul Singer founded, had bid to acquire PDVSA through a sale of shares to settle billions in debt. In November 2025, a federal judge in Delaware approved the $5.9 billion bid, The Philadelphia Inquirer reported. &nbsp;Singer is a major Republican supporter who has donated millions of dollars to their causes, and also gave away a ton of money to Trump's 2024 presidential campaign.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>Venezuelan officials were not happy with the sale and appealed the court's decision, calling it "fraudulent". Meanwhile, an Amber Energy spokesperson told the Inquirer that the "transaction involving Citgo has not yet been completed". After the court's decision, Amber Energy CEO Gregory Goff said, "We look forward to working with the talented CITGO team to strengthen the business through capital investment and operational excellence." Now the appeal might be impacted by Maduro and his wife's arrest, although no official details have been shared.</p><p>Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/-acting-president-of-venezuela-trump-s-bizarre-claim-weeks-after-capturing-maduro-1768188522099"><strong>‘Acting President of Venezuela’: Trump’s bizarre claim weeks after capturing Maduro</strong></a></p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>https://www.wionews.com/videos/us-venezuela-tensions-us-asks-citizens-to-leave-venezuela-immediately-1768145767862/embed</p><h2><strong>Trump's plans for Venezuela and its oil</strong></h2><p>Meanwhile, Trump has announced plans to change the South American nation's oil industry by having US oil companies enter Venezuela. "We're going to have our very large US oil companies, the biggest anywhere in the world, go in, spend billions of dollars, fix the badly broken infrastructure, the oil infrastructure, and start making money for the country," the US president said, a decision that has received criticism from several quarters. He has also signed an executive order declaring a national emergency to safeguard Venezuelan oil revenue held in US Treasury accounts.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>The White House said in a statement that Trump's efforts help prevent "the seizure of Venezuelan oil revenue" as this could "undermine critical US efforts to ensure economic and political stability in Venezuela."</p>

An island in the US that has been owned by Venezuela, since it has officially been under the control of a petroleum company that is linked to Venezuela's state-owned Petróleos de Venezuela, might soon fall into the lap of a major Trump donor.

A branch of Venezuela's national oil company owns an island in New Jersey which might soon come under the control of a major Trump supporter. The Philadelphia Inquirer reported that Citgo Petroleum Corp has owned the 300-acre Petty's Island for decades. It is the refining arm of Venezuela's state-owned Petróleos de Venezuela (PDVSA), based in Houston, Texas. Things might change for the island since Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro is in US custody on drug trafficking charges. Add to it a recent court ruling, and a businessman who has made huge donations to Trump can end up benefiting. Amber Energy, an affiliate of Elliott Investment Management, which Paul Singer founded, had bid to acquire PDVSA through a sale of shares to settle billions in debt. In November 2025, a federal judge in Delaware approved the $5.9 billion bid, The Philadelphia Inquirer reported. Singer is a major Republican supporter who has donated millions of dollars to their causes, and also gave away a ton of money to Trump's 2024 presidential campaign. Venezuelan officials were not happy with the sale and appealed the court's decision, calling it "fraudulent". Meanwhile, an Amber Energy spokesperson told the Inquirer that the "transaction involving Citgo has not yet been completed". After the court's decision, Amber Energy CEO Gregory Goff said, "We look forward to working with the talented CITGO team to strengthen the business through capital investment and operational excellence." Now the appeal might be impacted by Maduro and his wife's arrest, although no official details have been shared. Also Read: ‘Acting President of Venezuela’: Trump’s bizarre claim weeks after capturing Maduro https://www.wionews.com/videos/us-venezuela-tensions-us-asks-citizens-to-leave-venezuela-immediately-1768145767862/embed Trump's plans for Venezuela and its oil Meanwhile, Trump has announced plans to change the South American nation's oil industry by having US oil companies enter Venezuela. "We're going to have our very large US oil companies, the biggest anywhere in the world, go in, spend billions of dollars, fix the badly broken infrastructure, the oil infrastructure, and start making money for the country," the US president said, a decision that has received criticism from several quarters. He has also signed an executive order declaring a national emergency to safeguard Venezuelan oil revenue held in US Treasury accounts. The White House said in a statement that Trump's efforts help prevent "the seizure of Venezuelan oil revenue" as this could "undermine critical US efforts to ensure economic and political stability in Venezuela."

<p>An island in the US that has been owned by Venezuela, since it has officially been under the control of a petroleum company that is linked to Venezuela's state-owned Petróleos de Venezuela, might soon fall into the lap of a major Trump donor.</p>

Major Trump donor could soon own US island that is controlled by Venezuela

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