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Amid fierce Democratic opposition and an ongoing federal funding freeze controversy, Russell Vought secures Senate confirmation (53-47) as White House Budget Director.
In a surprising political twist, France's far-right National Rally party has decided against supporting a no-confidence motion on PM Bayrou's controversial budget.
In their first official dialogue, newly appointed US Defence Secretary Pete Hegseth and his Japanese counterpart Gen Nakatani pledged to strengthen military ties amid growing regional tensions.
In a controversial move affecting millions of Spanish-speaking Americans, the Trump administration has eliminated the White House's Spanish language website, drawing immediate backlash from Democratic leaders and Hispanic advocacy groups. The decision impacts 43 million Spanish speakers amid heightened tensions over immigration policy.
In a significant political shift, Tanzania's main opposition party Chadema has elected former assassination survivor Tundu Lissu as its new chairman, replacing two-decade leader Freeman Mbowe. This leadership change comes at a crucial time as the party faces mounting government repression and prepares for October's general elections, with promises of electoral reform or potential confrontation.
In a landmark decision, Israel's security cabinet has approved a comprehensive Gaza ceasefire agreement that includes a hostage release programme, marking a potential turning point in the conflict. The deal, set to commence this weekend, promises to halt the deadliest fighting in Gaza's history while facilitating the release of hostages and Palestinian prisoners in a carefully orchestrated exchange.
French Prime Minister Francois Bayrou confronts a dramatic showdown in parliament as opposition forces mount a no-confidence vote over his controversial budget reforms and pension plans. Despite fierce criticism from both left and right, political analysts predict Bayrou will survive this first major test of his leadership, though challenges loom over his ambitious economic agenda.
A fresh wave of protests launched Wednesday turned deadly, with police confirming at least five people were killed and three others wounded.