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    Sudan's governance in limbo as US recognises neither sideβ—πŸ‡ΈπŸ‡© Who governs Sudan if Washington recognises neither side? The army-backed administration runs much of the formal stateMmastodonWarSudan01 h ago

    Sudan has two rival power structures and no recognised government. The army-backed administration controls much of the formal state apparatus, while the Rapid Support Forces exercises authority across territory it holds. Washington's position is that neither side represents legitimate constitutional governance, leaving Sudan with authorities but no internationally recognised government.

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    Supreme Court Rejects Trump Bid to Restrict Mail-In Votingβ–ΌSupreme Court rejects Trump administration's attempt to restrict mail-in votingβœ‰newsWorldLaw & Courts5 h ago

    The US Supreme Court has rejected the Trump administration's attempt to impose restrictions on mail-in voting, turning away a request backed by the administration to limit the ballot method. The decision keeps existing mail voting rules in place, and is drawing attention as voting access remains a contentious political issue ahead of upcoming elections.

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    Hamas says agreed Gaza roadmap includes Palestinian statehoodβ–ΌHamas leader: Gaza roadmap we agreed to includes establishment of Palestinian stateβœ‰newsWarMiddle East7 d ago

    A Hamas leader says the Gaza roadmap the group agreed to includes the establishment of a Palestinian state. The statement frames the deal as going beyond ceasefire arrangements and touching long-term political questions. Observers are weighing how the claim aligns with the terms accepted by other parties and what it signals for negotiations over Gaza's future governance.

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    The head of Hamas has called for direct talks with Palestinian President Mahmoud Abbas and endorsed a roadmap for Gaza's future, in a significant political overture between the rival Palestinian factions. The move signals a possible thaw in years of tensions over who should govern Gaza after the war. Observers are watching whether the gesture will translate into concrete negotiations on Palestinian unity.

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    CNN allowed back into White House after judge pauses media ban●Watch CNN allowed back into WH after judge pauses Trump admin media banβ–ΆyoutubeWorldLaw & Courts715K3 d ago

    A federal judge has temporarily paused the Trump administration's media ban, allowing CNN journalists back into the White House press areas. The ruling interrupts the administration's effort to restrict certain outlets' access, and the network returned to cover events in the building. The case is being closely watched as part of broader legal fights over press access to the administration.

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    Trump admin plans to turn weapons plutonium into reactor fuel●The # Trump admin is moving forward with a plan to provide Cold War-era # plutonium from dismantled # nuclear warheads tMmastodonWarNuclear311 h ago

    The Trump administration is moving forward with a plan to supply plutonium from dismantled Cold War-era nuclear warheads to companies that would convert the material into fuel for nuclear power plants. The proposal has generated debate and some unease among experts and observers, who are weighing the potential benefits of disposing of weapons-grade material against safety and proliferation concerns.

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    Iran Warns of War Readiness Amid Hormuz Tensionsβ—πŸ”΄ BREAKING Iran Warns of War Readiness Amid Hormuz Tensions After US Rejects Roadmap Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas AragMmastodonWorldDiplomacy37 d ago

    Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi has warned that Tehran is fully prepared for war amid escalating tensions over the Strait of Hormuz. The statement follows the United States' rejection of a proposed seven-day roadmap intended to defuse the standoff. The exchange marks a sharp deterioration in diplomacy, with both sides hardening positions over the strategic waterway.

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    Immigrants ask Supreme Court to block third-country deportationsβ–ΌImmigrants ask Supreme Court to leave ruling in place preventing Trump administration from deporting them to third-party countriesβœ‰newsWorldImmigration5 d ago

    A group of immigrants is asking the US Supreme Court to leave in place a lower-court ruling that prevents the Trump administration from deporting them to third-party countries. The filing asks the justices not to disturb protections that currently keep them from being removed to nations other than their home countries while the case continues.

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    Reports say Iran is waiting for a response from the United States to a proposed seven-day roadmap intended to end a war. The details of the roadmap, who drafted it, and what each stage would involve are not clear from the available post, which is a single news headline. The story suggests ongoing diplomatic efforts, but the posts provide no further reaction from officials or the public.

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    Trump administration rejects UN pandemic preparedness declarationβ–ΌTrump administration rejects U.N. pandemic preparedness declarationβœ‰newsWorldUnited Nations6 d ago

    The Trump administration has refused to back a United Nations declaration on pandemic preparedness, according to The Hill. The declaration was intended to strengthen international coordination against future disease outbreaks. The decision puts Washington at odds with other UN member states that supported the text and is likely to fuel debate over US engagement with global health institutions.

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    EU prepares accession roadmaps for Ukraine and three other candidates●EU prepares accession roadmaps for Ukraine and three other candidates β€” Politico Europeβœ‰newsWorldEU Politics7 d ago

    The European Union is preparing accession roadmaps for Ukraine and three other candidate countries, according to Politico Europe. The plans would set out the steps each country must take to join the bloc, covering reforms, rule-of-law requirements and alignment with EU law. Enlargement has gained urgency since Russia's full-scale invasion of Ukraine, and the roadmaps signal Brussels is moving from promises toward concrete timetables, though actual membership will still require unanimous approval from all member states.

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    Russia places German retailer Metro's assets under temporary administrationβ–ΌRussia puts German retailer Metro's assets under temporary administration amid Ukraine tensionsβœ‰newsWarUkraine5 d ago

    Russia has placed the Russian assets of German retail group Metro under temporary administration, according to a Reuters report, amid ongoing tensions between Moscow and Berlin over the war in Ukraine. The move is the latest step by Russian authorities to seize or manage assets of Western companies, raising concerns among foreign firms still operating in the country.

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    CNN back at White House after judge orders access restored●CNN back at WH after judge orders Trump admin to restore accessβ–ΆyoutubeWorldLaw & Courts714.5K4 d ago

    A federal judge has ordered the Trump administration to restore CNN's access to the White House, and the network's reporters are back in the building. The ruling, reported by CNN itself, marks a significant defeat for the administration in its ongoing disputes with major news organisations over press access. The case is likely to continue through appeals, keeping attention on press freedom questions in Washington.

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    Trump rejects Iran's seven-day roadmap to end war and reopen Hormuzβ–ΌTrump rejects Iran’s seven-day roadmap to end war and reopen Hormuzβœ‰newsWar7 d ago

    US President Donald Trump has rejected a seven-day roadmap proposed by Iran that aimed to end the ongoing war and reopen the Strait of Hormuz to shipping. The proposal had been seen as a possible off-ramp in the conflict, and its rejection keeps tensions high in a region critical to global oil flows. Observers are watching for how Tehran responds and whether diplomacy can still resume.

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    House Democrats plan vast oversight of Trump administrationβ–ΌHouse Democrats plan vast oversight of Trump administration. Impeachment is an optionβœ‰newsWorldPolitics7 d ago

    House Democrats are laying out plans for extensive oversight of the Trump administration, with congressional investigations into its policies and conduct. Party leaders say impeachment remains an option on the table, though they have not committed to it. The announcement signals Democrats intend to keep sustained pressure on the administration through their investigative powers in Congress.

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    The Trump administration has refused to back a United Nations declaration on pandemic preparedness, according to The Hill. The move puts Washington at odds with other UN member states over international cooperation on preventing and responding to future global health emergencies. The rejection follows earlier US criticism of international health agreements seen as infringing on American sovereignty.

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    Trump administration to slash clean car climate rulesβ–ΌTrump administration to slash clean car rules aimed at cutting climate emissionsβœ‰newsLifeAutos5 d ago

    The Trump administration is moving to roll back clean car regulations that were designed to reduce climate-warming emissions from vehicles. The plan would weaken emissions standards for cars and light trucks, reversing one of the flagship US climate policies of recent years. Environmental groups are expected to oppose the move, while automakers face uncertainty over which rules will apply.

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    Trump administration cancels funding for refugees and detaineesβ–ΌTrump admin cancels funding for refugees, immigrant detainees and othersβœ‰newsWorldImmigration7 d ago

    The Trump administration has canceled funding intended for refugees, immigrant detainees and other affected groups, according to CNN. The cuts affect programs that provide services to people in immigration custody and resettled refugees. The move is drawing attention amid ongoing debate over the administration's hardline immigration policies and its narrowing of support for migrant and refugee programs.

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    Trump Says Ukraine Holds the Cards as New York Talks Details Emerge●Trump admitted that Ukraine holds the cards. Details of the negotiations in New Yorkβ–ΆyoutubeWarUkraine668.5K6 d ago

    Donald Trump has reportedly acknowledged that Ukraine holds the stronger position in negotiations, with details of talks held in New York now circulating. Commenters are weighing what this admission means for US policy on the war and future peace efforts, with reactions ranging from cautious optimism to skepticism about whether Washington's approach to Kyiv is genuinely shifting.

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    Germany backs ICC after US sanctions the courtβ–ΌGerman Foreign Minister supports ICC after Trump administration imposes sanctions on the Courtβœ‰newsWorldEU Politics6 d ago

    German Foreign Minister Annalena Baerbock has voiced support for the International Criminal Court after the Trump administration imposed sanctions on the Court and its staff. The move puts Berlin at odds with Washington over the Hague-based tribunal, which the US penalises in connection with its investigations, including warrants targeting Israeli officials.

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    Trump rejects Iran's plan to reopen Strait of Hormuz●Trump rejects Iran’s seven-day roadmap to reopen Strait of Hormuzβœ‰newsWar8 d ago

    President Donald Trump has rejected Iran's proposed seven-day roadmap for reopening the Strait of Hormuz, the key global oil shipping waterway at the centre of tensions between Washington and Tehran. The rejection signals a hardening US stance as diplomatic efforts over the strategic passage stall, with regional and international observers watching closely for what follows.

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    Israel Holds 39 Palestinian Journalists in Prison●Israel Imprisons 39 Palestinian Journalists, 22 Under Administrative Detentionβœ‰newsWorldHuman Rights8 d ago

    Israeli authorities are currently imprisoning 39 Palestinian journalists, according to Palestinian media monitoring groups. Of those, 22 are being held under administrative detention, a practice that allows detention without formal charges or trial for renewable periods. Rights organisations say the figures highlight ongoing pressure on the press in the occupied Palestinian territories, while Israel maintains that its security measures are lawful and necessary.

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    Trump administration backs off NIH grant control order●Update. "Trump administration backing off NIH grant order amid pushback." https://www. semafor.com/article/09/23/2026 /tMmastodonHealthMedicine187 d ago

    The Trump administration is retreating from a proposed executive order that would have given the White House greater control over National Institutes of Health grant decisions. Reporting by Semafor says the plan, which would have tightened political oversight of NIH research funding, is now considered 'dead' after significant pushback from scientists, universities and lawmakers. The retreat comes amid ongoing concerns over federal science funding policy.

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    Trump administration rolls back US fuel economy standardsβ–ΌTrump administration lowers fuel economy standards, critics say at a significant environmental costβœ‰newsWorldPolitics5 d ago

    The Trump administration has finalized a rollback of federal fuel economy standards for vehicles, loosening requirements that automakers improve mileage efficiency. Environmental groups and other critics argue the change will result in higher emissions and significant harm to climate goals, while officials frame it as reducing costs for consumers and industry. News outlets across the United States, including AP, PBS and local broadcasters, are covering the decision and the backlash it has drawn.

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    Trump administration cancels refugee and immigrant fundingβ–ΌTrump admin cancels funding for refugees, immigrants and others in move lawmakers argue is illegalβœ‰newsWorldPolitics8 d ago

    The Trump administration has cancelled funding for programmes serving refugees, immigrants and other groups, a move that lawmakers argue is illegal. Critics in Congress say the cuts exceed the administration's legal authority, while the administration defends the cancellations as part of its broader immigration agenda. The decision affects organisations that rely on federal money to provide resettlement and support services.

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    Administrative building hit in Kyiv's Holosiivskyi districtβ—πŸ“° Administrative building hit in Kyiv's Holosiivskyi district πŸ”— https://www. ukrinform.net/rubric-ato/41685 58-administrMmastodonWorld07 d ago

    An administrative building in Kyiv's Holosiivskyi district has been hit, according to Ukraine's national news agency Ukrinform. The report comes amid ongoing Russian strikes on the Ukrainian capital, with the district's local administration confirming damage to its premises. Details on casualties or the extent of the damage were not immediately available, but the strike adds to the pattern of regular attacks on infrastructure across the city.

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    Trump accused of embracing an autocratic streak in turbulent weekβ–ΌDonald Trump's wild week as he embraces his autocratic madman era https:// fed.brid.gy/r/https://www.mirr or.co.uk/news/MmastodonWorldUnited Nations48 d ago

    The Mirror reports that Donald Trump has had a turbulent week in which he openly embraced what the paper calls his autocratic madman era, a reference to increasingly aggressive and norm-breaking behaviour in his politics. The characterisation has drawn attention from critics who see it as evidence of authoritarian tendencies, while supporters may view it as deliberate strength. Details of the specific actions prompting the assessment remain limited.

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    Trump Administration Reshapes Election Rules Ahead of Midtermsβ–ΌTrump administration is trying to reshape election rules to its advantage ahead of midterm electionsβœ‰newsWorldElections7 d ago

    The Trump administration is pursuing changes to US election rules that critics say are designed to benefit the Republican Party ahead of the midterm elections. Le Monde reports the effort as an attempt to reshape voting procedures and districting to the administration's advantage. The moves are drawing scrutiny over their implications for the fairness of the 2026 contests.

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    Trump administration claws back nearly $1B in Congress-approved spendingβ–ΌTrump administration uses rare authority to claw back nearly $1B in spending approved by Congressβœ‰newsWorldPolitics7 d ago

    The Trump administration is using a rarely invoked authority to rescind nearly $1 billion in federal spending that Congress had already approved. The move, reported by PBS, reignites a constitutional dispute over presidential power versus Congress's control of the purse, with critics calling it an overreach and supporters framing it as fiscal discipline. Lawmakers and watchdogs are expected to challenge the rescission.

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    Trump administration lowers US fuel economy standardsβ–ΌThe Latest: Trump administration lowers fuel economy standardsβœ‰newsWorld6 d ago

    The Trump administration has lowered federal fuel economy standards for cars and light trucks, easing efficiency requirements that automakers previously had to meet. The rollback, widely reported across US news outlets, is expected to reduce vehicle costs for consumers but has drawn criticism from environmental groups who say it will increase fuel consumption and greenhouse gas emissions. The change reverses stricter standards put in place under the previous administration.

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    The Trump administration has moved to end stricter fuel-economy requirements for vehicles, rolling back tougher efficiency standards. The decision is expected to ease compliance costs for automakers while drawing criticism from environmental groups and states that back tighter emissions rules. Observers are weighing the impact on car prices, gasoline consumption and US climate commitments.

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    Trump administration rolls back fuel economy standards for automakersβ–ΌTrump administration rolls back fuel economy standards for automakers: What to knowβœ‰newsBusinessEconomy5 d ago

    The Trump administration is moving to roll back fuel economy standards for automakers, loosening federal requirements on vehicle efficiency. The change would give car manufacturers more flexibility but is likely to draw criticism from environmental groups and states that back stricter emissions rules. Details on the scope and timing of the rollback remain limited.

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    The Trump administration has moved to roll back US fuel economy standards, loosening requirements on how efficient cars and light trucks must be. The change, reported by Spectrum News, is expected to benefit automakers by easing compliance costs, while critics warn it will increase gasoline consumption and greenhouse gas emissions. The rollback reverses stricter efficiency rules put in place under previous administrations.

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    Trump administration cancels refugee and immigrant services fundingβ–ΌTrump admin cancels funding for refugees, immigrants and other services it says aren’t neededβœ‰newsWorldPolitics8 d ago

    The Trump administration has cancelled federal funding for programmes serving refugees, immigrants and other groups, saying the services are no longer needed. The cuts affect organisations that provide resettlement assistance and related support. Critics are likely to challenge the move, which signals a continued sharp reduction in government spending on immigration and refugee programs.

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    Trump administration finalizes rollback of US fuel economy standardsβ–ΌTrump admin finalizes reversal of US fuel economy standardsβœ‰newsLifeAutos6 d ago

    The Trump administration has finalized its reversal of US fuel economy standards, undoing stricter efficiency requirements for cars and light trucks introduced under the previous administration. The move, reported by France 24, is expected to allow automakers to sell less efficient vehicles, drawing criticism from environmental groups and praise from industry, and could reshape the US auto market and emissions trajectory.

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    The Trump administration has sharply cut back federal data collection on US education, including the testing and reporting that tracks student math and reading scores. The Guardian's reporting highlights how decades of national education statistics are being dismantled, leaving researchers, policymakers and the public with far less information about how American schoolchildren are actually performing.

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    Trump administration set to lower US fuel economy standardsβ–ΌTrump administration set to roll out lower fuel economy standards for cars, light trucksβœ‰newsBusinessEconomy6 d ago

    The Trump administration is preparing to roll out weaker fuel economy standards for cars and light trucks, a reversal of stricter efficiency requirements. The move is being widely reported across US media and is expected to draw criticism from environmental groups while being welcomed by automakers seeking lower compliance costs.

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    Trump Administration Slashes Fuel-Economy Standardsβ–ΌTrump Administration Slashes Fuel-Economy Standards and Changes How Light Trucks Are Classifiedβœ‰newsBusinessEconomy5 d ago

    The Trump administration has announced a sharp rollback of US fuel-economy standards, while also changing how light trucks are classified under federal rules. The move lowers efficiency requirements for new vehicles and redefines vehicle categories in a way that affects pickups and SUVs. It is expected to draw opposition from environmental groups and states, while automakers may welcome reduced compliance costs.

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    The Trump administration has moved to roll back fuel economy standards introduced under President Biden. The rules, which required automakers to improve vehicle efficiency, were a centerpiece of the previous administration's climate agenda. The reversal is expected to draw criticism from environmental groups and could affect US automakers' long-term production plans, while supporters argue it will lower vehicle costs.

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    Trump administration rolls back US fuel economy standardsβ–ΌThe Trump administration unveiled rules rolling back the nation’s fuel economy standards, touting the move as a money-saving measure. The regulations further signal the end of federal support for nudging drivers to switch from gasoline to electric vehicles.βœ‰newsLifeAutos6 d ago

    The Trump administration has unveiled rules loosening the nation's fuel economy standards, framing the change as a way to save consumers money. The regulations also mark a further retreat from federal policies encouraging drivers to switch from gasoline-powered cars to electric vehicles, reversing emissions and efficiency requirements that automakers had faced for years.