In a stunning reversal, U.S. President Donald Trump has urged House Republicans to vote in favor of releasing Jeffrey Epstein files, saying “we have nothing to hide.” He also signaled he would sign the bill if it reaches his desk.

Donald Trump Backs Bill to Release Epstein Case Files, Urges Vote 

The UN Security Council has voted in favour of a US-drafted resolution that endorses US President Donald Trump's 20-point plan for Gaza. Included in the plan is the establishment of an International Stabilisation Force (ISF), to which, the US says, multiple unnamed countries have offered to contribute. The resolution was backed by 13 countries - including the UK, France and Somalia - with none voting against the proposal. Russia and China abstained.


UNSC adopts US resolution on Gaza peace plan 

Cryptocurrency markets face turmoil as Trump’s tariff decisions send shockwaves through investors worldwide. Major crypto holdings are being liquidated, raising questions about the future of digital assets.

Trump’s Tariff Shock Triggers Record Crypto Liquidation, Investor Impact Explained

House Republicans should vote to release the Epstein files, because we have nothing to hide, US President Donald Trump has said in a reversal of earlier stance on the matter.

Trump Pushes House Republicans To Back Epstein Transparency Bill

President Trump’s latest tariff policies have triggered record crypto liquidations, leaving investors questioning the impact of his economic decisions on the cryptocurrency market.

Trump’s Tariff Shock Sparks Record Crypto Liquidation: Has He Delivered?

United States President Donald Trump granted a repeat pardon to a militia member involved in the January 6, 2021, riots at the Capitol Hill in Washington. Dan Wilson, a member of far-right group Oath Keepers, was serving five years in jail for illegal possession of firearms, and was already pardoned along with 15,00 other rioters by Trump on the day of his January 20 inauguration this year.&nbsp; &nbsp;Wilson's separate conviction for illegally possessing firearms in his Kentucky home was not initially covered. He was sentenced to five years in prison and was due to be released in 2028. &nbsp;The latest pardon issued through a presidential decree is "full and unconditional".&nbsp;Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/trump-slashes-tariffs-on-groceries-fearing-us-voters-ire-over-inflation-cheers-indian-exporters-1763234307740">Trump rolls back tariffs on groceries fearing US voters’ ire over inflation; Indian exporters cheer</a>&nbsp;The Trump administration initially argued in February that the pardon did not cover the firearms conviction because it was unrelated to the Capitol riot. But the Justice Department changed course a few weeks later, ruling that it should apply to the weapons offences because they were discovered during an FBI investigation into the riot.<h2>Capitol riots of 2020</h2>Thousands of supporters of then-President Donald Trump gathered in Washington, DC, as Congress convened to certify the results of the 2020 presidential election.&nbsp;Democratic presidential candidate Joe Biden, and vice-presidential candidate emerged victorious in the 2020 presidential elections, beating Republican Donald Trump, who was seeking a second consecutive term in office.&nbsp;The crowd marched to the US Capitol Hill following a rally where Trump made claims of election fraud and the stealing of the mandate in the presidential elections. &nbsp;&nbsp;Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/trump-says-open-to-talks-with-maduro-even-as-washington-slaps-terror-tag-on-his-alleged-cartel-1763341987551">Trump says open to talks with Maduro, as Washington slaps 'foreign terrorist organisation' tag on his alleged cartel</a>&nbsp;Breaching security parameters and overwhelming the law enforcement, rioters forcefully entered the building and vandalised offices, interrupted the certification process, and forced lawmakers who were present at the Capitol Hill to take shelter in a secure location.The vandalism resulted in multiple injuries, several deaths, including a Capitol police officer. The incident led to a major federal investigation and, arrest of hundreds on charges ranging from unlawful entry to conspiracy. &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;

Wilson had already been pardoned along with 1,500 other rioters by President Trump, but he was serving a separate jail sentence for the illegal possession of firearms found in his Kentucky home.



United States President Donald Trump granted a repeat pardon to a militia member involved in the January 6, 2021, riots at the Capitol Hill in Washington. Dan Wilson, a member of far-right group Oath Keepers, was serving five years in jail for illegal possession of firearms, and was already pardoned along with 15,00 other rioters by Trump on the day of his January 20 inauguration this year. Wilson's separate conviction for illegally possessing firearms in his Kentucky home was not initially covered. He was sentenced to five years in prison and was due to be released in 2028. The latest pardon issued through a presidential decree is "full and unconditional". Also Read: Trump rolls back tariffs on groceries fearing US voters’ ire over inflation; Indian exporters cheer The Trump administration initially argued in February that the pardon did not cover the firearms conviction because it was unrelated to the Capitol riot. But the Justice Department changed course a few weeks later, ruling that it should apply to the weapons offences because they were discovered during an FBI investigation into the riot. Capitol riots of 2020 Thousands of supporters of then-President Donald Trump gathered in Washington, DC, as Congress convened to certify the results of the 2020 presidential election. Democratic presidential candidate Joe Biden, and vice-presidential candidate emerged victorious in the 2020 presidential elections, beating Republican Donald Trump, who was seeking a second consecutive term in office. The crowd marched to the US Capitol Hill following a rally where Trump made claims of election fraud and the stealing of the mandate in the presidential elections. Also Read: Trump says open to talks with Maduro, as Washington slaps 'foreign terrorist organisation' tag on his alleged cartel Breaching security parameters and overwhelming the law enforcement, rioters forcefully entered the building and vandalised offices, interrupted the certification process, and forced lawmakers who were present at the Capitol Hill to take shelter in a secure location.The vandalism resulted in multiple injuries, several deaths, including a Capitol police officer. The incident led to a major federal investigation and, arrest of hundreds on charges ranging from unlawful entry to conspiracy.

Wilson had already been pardoned along with 1,500 other rioters by President Trump, but he was serving a separate jail sentence for the illegal possession of firearms found in his Kentucky home.&nbsp;

Trump re-pardons militia member involved in Capitol Hill riots

The United States has significantly ramped up its military presence in South American waters, deploying its largest aircraft carrier, the USS Gerald R. Ford, along with three warships. Meanwhile, allied cooperation faces strain: the UK has paused intelligence sharing, fearing its data could aid lethal strikes, and Canada continues general counter-narcotics operations but refuses targeting support. This video breaks down the escalating military tensions and their regional impact.


US-Venezuela tension: USS Gerald R Ford carrier arrives in Caribbean amid tensions 

House Republicans should vote to release the Epstein files, because we have nothing to hide, US President Donald Trump has said in a reversal of earlier stance on the matter.


Trump takes a dig at Democrats, 'its time to move on from hoax'

President Donald Trump announced Friday he is officially rescinding his endorsement of Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene and attacked her in personal terms, while the congresswoman countered that Trump was trying to make an example of her to prevent the release of files on convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein.


Trump calls Greene 'wacky' & a 'traitor'

Russia-Ukraine War: Russian forces have claimed to capture two villages, Rivnopillia and Mala Tokmachka, in the southern Zaporizhzhia region of Ukraine. These strategic gains enhance Russia's position in southeastern Ukraine as they continue to fight Ukrainian forces, who are struggling with smaller troop numbers and ongoing attacks.


Russia-Ukraine war: Ukrainian drone attack disrupted Russia's oil shipments 

The IDF recovered the personal diary of a Hamas platoon commander in Gaza, which confirms the terrorists' strategic exploitation of civilian sites like schools and the systematic theft of resources from UN and hospital infrastructure.


Israel-Hamas war: Report suggests Abu Akram's diary explores tactics for military activity

Trump withdraws support for Marjorie Taylor Greene

Israeli helicopters have reportedly bombed areas of Gaza's Rafah. This is as a fragile ceasefire holds. Reports says the attack took place inside the yellow line demarcating areas under the control of the Israeli military.


Israel-Hamas war: Heavy bombardment reported in Khan Younis and Gaza City

The Trump administration has announced new framework trade agreements with four Latin American nations. The deals are aimed at reducing tariffs on select products. With the goal of easing inflation and lowering food prices for American consumers.


US to cut tariffs on imports from 4 nations

U.S. President Donald J. Trump confirms that the United States has the largest nuclear arsenal in the world.
Trump stated that updates and renovations of existing weapons were completed during his first term.
He also announced that the Department of War will resume nuclear weapons testing immediately, citing global security concerns and other nations’ testing programs.

US President Trump Signals New Nuclear Directive That Ends 33-Year Pause

U.S. President Donald Trump said on Friday he thought Thailand and Cambodia were "going to be fine" after he sought to mediate a flare-up in their border dispute, but the Thai leader continued to demand an apology from Phnom Penh.
Thailand this week suspended a U.S.-brokered ceasefire deal and demanded an apology over allegations that Cambodia had laid fresh landmines that injured Thai soldiers, which Cambodia denies.

Thailand-Cambodia Tensions: Thailand Refuses To Adhere To Peace Plan With Cambodia

German Defense Minister Boris Pistorius on Friday announced that Germany will contribute an additional 150 million euros (174.3 million U.S. dollars) to the Prioritized Ukraine Requirements.


Russia-Ukraine war: Germany pledges $150 mn military aid to Ukraine

The United States is pushing forward with a controversial plan to divide Gaza into two distinct zones: a “green zone” under Israeli and international military control, and a “red zone” that would be left in ruins with no reconstruction efforts.


Gaza plan: Reconstruction for Israeli-controlled zone? 

A “massive” Russian attack on Kyiv has killed at least six people with more than 30 others injured, according to the head of the Kyiv city military administration, Tymur Tkachenko.

More than 40 people had to be rescued as a result of the overnight assault into Friday, Ukraine’s emergency services added, with fires or damage to residential buildings reported in most of the Ukrainian capital’s 10 districts.

Moscow reinforces borders while denying aggression against NATO

US-Venezuela tension: US moves Gerald R Ford into Caribbean in major show of force

Trump announces trade deal with 4 nations 

US-Venezuela tension: US gears up for 'Operation Southern Spear'

United Nations: The United States and several Arab and Muslim-majority nations, including Egypt, Saudi Arabia and Turkey, called on Friday for the UN Security Council to quickly adopt a US resolution endorsing Donald Trump's peace plan for Gaza.


UNSC to vote on Monday on Trump Gaza plan, Arab states urge UN to adopt Gaza resolution

Operation Southern Spear: US releases images of Gerald R Ford carrier group in Western Atlantic Ocean

Gaza plan: Reports suggest US military plans to divide Gaza into ‘green’ and ‘red’ zones

Russia-Ukraine war: Moscow launches a barrage of missiles into Kyiv

Displaced Palestinians are reeling after heavy rains flooded their tents in makeshift displacement camps in Gaza City, as the United Nations warns that Israeli restrictions on aid have left hundreds of thousands of families without adequate shelter.

UN Expresses Concern Over Heavy Rains in Gaza, Safety For Gazans

US-Venezuela Tensions: Trump's High Seas Crackdown Sparks Transatlantic Rift

A new congressional push to “Release the Epstein Files” intensifies political pressure in Washington as scrutiny mounts over long-sealed documents tied to Jeffrey Epstein’s network. The vote has reignited debate across parties, with Donald Trump facing renewed questions as the issue resurfaces in the 2025 political climate. Lawmakers brace for fallout as demands for transparency grow louder.

‘Epstein Files’ Shadow Looms Over Trump

President Donald Trump has floated the idea of introducing 50-year mortgages as a way to reduce monthly home payments for Americans struggling with high housing costs. The proposal aims to make homeownership more affordable but has sparked debate over long-term debt and financial risks.

 Trump Floats 50-year Mortgages to Cut Monthly Home Payments 

President Donald Trump has introduced a new economic proposal that would provide $2,000 dividends to Americans, funded by tariffs. The plan has sparked debate across the nation, with supporters praising it as a boost to household income, while critics question its economic feasibility.

New Trump Proposal: Tariff-Funded $2,000 Dividends for Americans

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