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CIA-backed investor helped top German drones firm break into US
Sven Kruck told Reuters that US investors, including IQT, helped open doors in Washington and win work with the Central Intelligence Agency and the Federal Bureau of Investigation.
US strikes two Iranian launchers preparing to reportedly fire sea mines at Strait of Hormuz
Google Maps will show 'Lake America' for US users, 'Lake Ontario' for Canadian users
Trump says NBC's Welker to be reported to FCC over characterization of his endorsement record
'Let us have our peace': Fearing disruption at Ground Zero, 9/11 families ask Mamdani to stay away
US AFFAIRS: Families of 9/11 victims are urging New York Mayor Zohran Mamdani to skip the 25th anniversary ceremony at Ground Zero, saying his presence could disrupt their day of mourning.
Hegseth denies considering 2028 presidential run, says focus is on defense ministry
Hegseth reportedly sees himself as appealing to US President Donald Trump's MAGA voter base through similar attributes to the president, NBC reported.
US enters into oil agreement with Venezuela, Trump says
US President Donald Trump on Friday said the US had entered into an oil agreement with Venezuela.
Tennessee intends to name Nashville airport after Dolly Parton, Governor says
The decision comes after a social media campaign by fans to change the airport's name to honor Parton after her death. Tennessee Governor Bill Lee spoke with Parton's team about the move this week.
British far-right commentator Milo Yiannopoulos detained by ICE
ICE's parent agency, the US Department of Homeland Security, said Yiannopoulos, 41, was arrested on Thursday at the Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport.
US Treasury revokes 'critical node' of Iranian access to US dollars in latest Tehran sanctions
The new sanctions come two days after the Treasury cracked down on what it called “far-left terrorist networks.”
Jon Ossoff distances himself from left-wing streamer Hasan Piker, joining several Democrats
Ossoff’s campaign had never responded to requests for comment about Piker until Thursday, as a slew of Democrats condemned the anti-Israel streamer’s comments.
US denies Lebanese report that Ambassador Michael Issa got 'green light' to meet Hezbollah
Issa himself denied on Wednesday that he is currently holding any talks with Hezbollah, but said he would be willing to speak with the organization if it had something to offer.
US 'must commit' to ending Gaza, Lebanon conflicts to reopen Hormuz, Iranian official says
Rezaee also said reports about a potential plot to assassinate US President Donald Trump's youngest son are a lie in the interview.
From Abbey Gate to today: How five years reshaped the Middle East and world policy - analysis
Other trends emerged from 2021 to 2024, including the expansion of economic blocs (BRICS, SCO), growing Russian and Chinese influence, and US allies hedging by working more closely with Beijing.
