Biden Warns Israel: Invading Rafah Could End Weapon Supply, Negotiations Continue

Biden cautions Israel against invading Rafah in southern Gaza  Threatens to halt weapon supply if invasion proceeds Negotiations for ceasefire plan ongoing in Cairo Eko hot blog reports that In a significant announcement, U.S. President Joe Biden has issued a stern warning to Israel, cautioning against a major invasion of Rafah in southern Gaza. EDITOR’S … Read more

Pennsylvania Sees Surge in Protest Votes: Trump and Biden Feel the Heat

 Pennsylvania primary sees significant protest votes against Trump and Biden Over 160,000 Republicans and 127,000 Democrats express dissatisfaction  Trend highlights internal divisions within parties and challenges for candidates Eko hot blog reports that As Pennsylvania’s primary unfolded, an unexpected trend emerged, with a significant number of voters casting protest ballots against both Donald Trump and … Read more

US Struggles To Contain Growing Campus Protests Over Israel-Hamas War In Gaza

A man walks past Israeli and US flags alongside portraits of Israelis taken hostage by the militant Palestinian group Hamas in front of the pro-Palestinian encampment at Columbia University in New York on April 23, 2024. (Photo: Charly Triballeau, AFP Via Getty Images)

The Israel-Hamas war is disrupting academic activities thousands of miles away in the US. In the last few days, big protests have rocked major universities in the US. They are demanding that the US cuts it investments supporting Israel in the war. Eko Hot Blog reports that student protests over the Israel-Hamas war have popped … Read more

U.S Congress Delays TikTok Ban Until After 2024 Election, Giving ByteDance Time To Sell

 Congress postpones TikTok ban until after 2024 election.  ByteDance has 9-12 months to sell TikTok or face nationwide prohibition.  President Biden may extend deadline by 90 days if progress towards divestiture is significant. Eko hot blog reports that In a move impacting the fate of TikTok in the U.S., Congress has included a provision in … Read more

Ex-US President Trump Gets Full 12-Person Jury To Decide His Fate In Criminal Trial

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Trump’s historic trial started on Monday with jury selection. On Day 3 of the trial on Thursday, the full 12-person jury had been selected. Jury selection for remaining alternate spots is set to resume Friday morning. Eko Hot Blog reports that former United States President Donald Trump has gotten a 12-person jury in his New … Read more

U.S. Sends Strong Message To Iran, Pledges Full Support To Israel

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Eko Hot Blog reports that the United States of America (USA) has declared total support for Israel in the fresh war against Iran. The US, in a statement made available by the White House, said America’s support for the security of Israel is ironclad, and the United States would stand with the people of Israel … Read more

UPDATE: U.S. Shoots Down Suspected Iranian Drones Targeting Israel

Eko Hot Blog reports that the U.S. military forces have successfully intercepted several Iranian drones targeting Israel. This action is part of a broader attempt by the United States to support its ally while avoiding deeper involvement in the regional conflict. Editor’s Picks  BREAKING: Iran Launches Retaliatory Drone Attack On Israel Israel War Cabinet Approves … Read more

Biden Criticizes Netanyahu’s Gaza Strategy

President Biden voices disapproval of Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu’s Gaza strategy.  Biden labels Netanyahu’s approach as a “mistake” in an interview. Criticism reflects escalating international concern over the handling of the Gaza conflict. Eko hot blog reports that In a recent interview, U.S. President Joe Biden expressed his disapproval of Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu’s … Read more

Paul Simon To Serenade Japanese Prime Minister And Bidens At White House Dinner

Paul Simon, the legendary musician, will perform at a White House dinner.  The audience will include Japanese Prime Minister Fumio Kishida and President Joe Biden, along with their spouses. Simon’s performance is a special tribute, reflecting Dr. Jill Biden’s admiration for his work. Eko hot blog reports that Renowned musician Paul Simon, famous for hits … Read more

I’m Not Backing Biden – The Rock Makes Political Statement As He Says No To Endorsement

The Rock declines to endorse Biden for a second term.  Actor-turned-wrestler emphasizes his decision in a political statement. Refrains from endorsing Biden, marking a significant stance in his political engagement. Eko hot blog reports that In a recent turn of events, Dwayne Johnson, famously known as The Rock, has made it clear that he won’t … Read more

Your Nation Has Your Back – Biden Vows To Rebuild Baltimore Bridge

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 President Biden pledges federal support to rebuild the collapsed Baltimore bridge.  He assures the affected community that “your nation has your back” during this challenging time.  Biden emphasizes accountability for those responsible and calls on Congress for swift funding approval. Eko hot blog reports that President Joe Biden flew over the site of the collapsed … Read more

Bizzare: Journalists Stealing Pillowcases From Biden’s Air Force One; White House Reacts

Journalists warned against taking souvenirs from Air Force One White House Correspondents’ Association emphasizes prohibition of pilfering The incident highlights ongoing issue of souvenir collection on presidential plane Eko hot blog reports that Journalists traveling with US President Joe Biden Air Force have been cautioned against taking souvenirs from Air Force One, following the discovery … Read more

Six Missing People Feared Dead In Baltimore Bridge Collapse, Police Say

Six individuals missing after the Baltimore Bridge collapse are presumed deceased. The ship involved had prior deficiencies, and officials vow federal funding for bridge reconstruction. President Biden pledges support and plans to visit Baltimore, while Transportation Secretary Buttigieg heads there as well. Eko Hot Blog reports that Maryland state police have announced that the six … Read more

Biden, Netanyahu Clash As Gaza UN Vote Sparks Collision Course

– Biden and Netanyahu clash following Gaza UN vote. – U.S. abstention triggers sharp response from Israeli leader. – Tensions rise amid ceasefire resolution at the United Nations. Eko hot blog reports that Relations between President Joe Biden and Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu sank to a wartime low on Monday with the U.S. allowing passage … Read more

Dueling Rallies Heat Up Georgia Election Battle – Biden Vs Trump

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  Eko Hot Blog reports that In a fiery showdown for the upcoming election, dwelling rallies both Donald Trump and Joe Biden hit the campaign trail in Georgia. Trump, 77, labeled Biden’s State of the Union address as “angry” and “hate-filled,” while Biden, 81, rallied supporters and gained new endorsements to combat his opponent’s attacks. … Read more

BREAKING: US Supreme Court Clears Trump’s Colorado Ballot Dispute

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EKO HOT BLOG reports that in a unanimous decision on Monday, the US Supreme Court removed a significant obstacle to former President Donald Trump’s potential return to the White House by dismissing a ruling from a Colorado state court. The ruling could have barred him from appearing on the Colorado ballot due to allegations of insurrection. … Read more

Biden, Sunak, Other World Leaders Offer Support For King Charles Amid Cancer Diagnosis

Eko Hot Blog reports that  World leaders such as US President Joe Biden,  UK Prime Minister Rishi Sunak have expressed support for King Charles III on Monday following the king’s cancer diagnosis. The king was diagnosed with a form of cancer and had begun treatment, Buckingham Palace said in a statement on Monday, just a … Read more

Biden Vows Reprisal After Three US Troops Killed In Jordan

Eko Hot Blog reports that United States President, Joe Biden has  vowed to hold Iran-backed militants accountable for a drone attack on a base in Jordan that claimed the lives of three American troops on Sunday. It is the first time American military personnel have been killed by hostile fire in the Middle East since … Read more

US Secretary Of State, Antony Blinken Arrives Nigeria, Visits Tinubu

Eko Hot Blog reports that the United States Secretary of State, Antony Blinken, on Tuesday, arrived in Nigeria. Upon arrival in Nigeria through the Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport, the top American official departed for the Aso Rock Villa to meet President Bola Tinubu. His visit represents the highest-ranking official from the Joe Biden Administration to … Read more

Iowa Caucus 2024: Ex-US President Trump Secures Victory As DeSantis Gets Distant Second Place

Former US President, Donald Trump

Trump lost to US President Joe Biden in November 2020. He refused to accept the outcome of the election and is seeking a rematch with the American president in November 2024. Trump’s hopes of a rematch got off to a promising start as he overwhelmingly won the first election of the 2024 presidential primaries. Eko … Read more