Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky has revealed that 43,000 Ukrainian soldiers have been killed since Russia launched its full-scale invasion in February 2022, marking a rare acknowledgment of his country’s military losses. In a social media post, Zelensky also reported 370,000 injuries among Ukrainian forces, though he clarified that this figure included multiple injuries to some … Read more
United States President-elect Donald Trump has outlined plans to deport all undocumented immigrants living in the country over the course of his upcoming four-year term. In a Sunday interview on NBC’s Meet the Press, Trump revealed his strategy for a broad crackdown on illegal immigration, which he intends to declare a national emergency upon his … Read more
The Prince of Wales met U.S. President-elect Donald Trump during a visit to France for the ceremonial reopening of the Notre-Dame Cathedral. EKO HOT BLOG reports that Prince William joined global leaders in Paris to celebrate the restoration of the iconic landmark, which was ravaged by a fire five years ago. French President Emmanuel Macron, delivering … Read more
The Prince of Wales is set to meet U.S. President-elect Donald Trump during his visit to France for the ceremonial reopening of Notre-Dame Cathedral in Paris. Prince William will join global leaders, including French President Emmanuel Macron, to commemorate the restoration of the iconic landmark, which was severely damaged by a fire five years ago. … Read more
President Joe Biden is considering issuing preemptive pardons for several prominent individuals who may face potential retribution from the incoming Trump administration. Anthony Fauci, the former White House special advisor on COVID-19, and former Republican lawmaker Liz Cheney, a vocal opponent of Donald Trump, are among those reportedly being considered for these unprecedented pardons. Trump … Read more
President-elect Donald Trump has nominated businessman Warren Stephens to serve as the United States Ambassador to the United Kingdom. EKO HOT BLOG reports that in a statement on Truth Social, Trump expressed enthusiasm, saying, “Warren has always dreamed of serving the United States full time. I am thrilled that he will now have that opportunity as … Read more
U.S. President-elect Donald Trump has named Kash Patel, a former Defence Department chief of staff and loyal supporter, as his pick to lead the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI). Patel has frequently criticized the agency, aligning with Trump’s skepticism of federal institutions. For Patel to assume the role, current FBI Director Christopher Wray would need … Read more
Prime Minister Justin Trudeau has travelled to Florida to meet with Donald Trump as Canada seeks to counter the president-elect’s proposed 25% tariff on Canadian goods. Canadian media reported that Trudeau arrived at Palm Beach International Airport on Friday evening for a visit to Trump’s Mar-a-Lago estate. The trip was not listed on Trudeau’s official … Read more
Meta CEO Mark Zuckerberg recently visited Donald Trump at his Mar-a-Lago resort, signalling a notable warming of their previously tense relationship. While Trump has maintained a high-profile connection with Elon Musk, the owner of X, his history with Zuckerberg has been far less amicable. Trump was banned from Facebook and Instagram following the Capitol riots, … Read more
Mexico’s President Claudia Sheinbaum has appeared to dispute President-elect Donald Trump’s claim that the two had reached an agreement to stop migration to the U.S. border. After a phone call on Wednesday, Trump tweeted: “She has agreed to stop Migration through Mexico, and into the United States, effectively closing our Southern Border.” In response, Sheinbaum … Read more
Several individuals appointed by Donald Trump to key positions in his administration, including cabinet nominees and members of his White House team, have been the subject of bomb threats. The FBI confirmed it is investigating “numerous bomb threats” as well as “swatting incidents”—hoax calls designed to provoke a police response at the homes of the … Read more
President-elect Donald Trump has named Jamieson Greer as his choice for the next United States Trade Representative. Greer is well-acquainted with the role, having previously served as Chief of Staff to Robert Lighthizer during Trump’s first term. Under their leadership, the administration imposed broad tariffs on China and other nations and negotiated the landmark US-Mexico-Canada … Read more
Donald Trump has announced plans to impose new tariffs on China, Mexico, and Canada on his first day in office, aiming to pressure these nations to curb illegal immigration and drug smuggling into the United States. Trump stated that immediately following his inauguration on January 20, he would sign an executive order imposing a 25% … Read more
A federal judge has dismissed a high-profile case against former President Donald Trump, which accused him of unlawfully attempting to overturn the 2020 election results. Special prosecutor Jack Smith, who brought the criminal charges, requested their dismissal, referencing a Justice Department policy that prohibits prosecuting a sitting president. Judge Tanya Chutkan dismissed the case “without … Read more
President-elect Donald Trump is reportedly planning to reinstate a controversial military policy targeting transgender service members when he takes office in January 2025. Sources suggest the executive order, expected on his first day in office, will mandate the discharge of all transgender personnel from the United States military, potentially affecting around 15,000 individuals. EDITOR’S PICKS … Read more
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy has expressed anticipation for U.S. President-elect Donald Trump’s proposals to address the ongoing conflict with Russia, hinting that the war could potentially conclude next year. He said that the war would end “when Russia wants it to end”. “When America has a stronger position. When the Global South is on the … Read more
President-elect Donald Trump announced on Saturday that Brooke L. Rollins, CEO of the America First Policy Institute and a senior aide during his previous administration, is his nominee for Agriculture Secretary. Rollins served as Director of the Domestic Policy Council, head of the Office of American Innovation, and Presidential Assistant for Strategic Initiatives during Trump’s … Read more
President-elect Donald Trump has selected Republican Congresswoman Lori Chavez-DeRemer of Oregon to serve as the next Secretary of Labor. During his campaign, Trump pledged to prioritize American workers by safeguarding their jobs, revitalizing U.S. manufacturing, and ensuring pathways to achieve the American dream. EDITOR’S PICKS Electricity Meter Costs Rise Again As Deregulation Takes Effect Biden, … Read more
Donald Trump has nominated Scott Bessent to serve as the next Secretary of the U.S. Treasury, a key position overseeing tax policy, public debt management, international finance, and economic sanctions. The announcement concludes one of the lengthiest deliberations in Trump’s efforts to finalize his cabinet as he prepares for his second term in office. EDITOR’S … Read more
In a major legal reprieve for President-elect Donald Trump, the judge in his criminal hush money case has delayed sentencing indefinitely, allowing him to focus on his upcoming presidency. Trump, convicted in May on 34 felony counts for falsifying business records to hide an alleged affair with a porn star during the 2016 election, … Read more