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Donald Trump in a navy suit and red tie standing next to a smiling man in a reddish-brown blazer in front of two American flags and a blue curtain background.

Trump Epstein Files: DOJ Documents Contradict Presidential Claims on Flight Logs

December 28, 2025

In a major shift toward “business-oriented diplomacy,” President Trump has appointed Detroit entrepreneur Mark Savaya as the U.S. Special Envoy to Iraq. A Chaldean-American with deep regional ties but no traditional diplomatic background, Savaya is tasked with stabilizing Iraq’s economy and curbing Iranian influence. His mission—focused on disarming militias and opening Iraqi oil and energy markets—signals a pragmatic, deal-driven era for U.S.-Iraq relations that prioritizes economic sovereignty over conventional foreign policy.

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Leaders of the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) at a summit, symbolizing the growing economic and political competition between Saudi Arabia and the UAE.

Saudi-UAE Regional Competition: Economic Hub Rivalry and Political Divergence Risk Gulf Stability

December 27, 2025

The competition between Riyadh and Abu Dhabi has shifted from healthy rivalry to a high-stakes struggle for regional gravity. As Saudi Arabia lures 675 global headquarters with tax incentives, it directly challenges the UAE’s hub model. This economic friction, mirrored in political clashes over Sudan and Yemen, threatens to destabilize Gulf integration and overall regional security.

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Donald Trump, Mark Savaya, and JD Vance standing together and smiling in front of American flags.

Trump’s Iraq Strategy: Unconventional Envoy Appointment Signals Transactional Diplomacy Shift

December 25, 2025

In a major shift toward “business-oriented diplomacy,” President Trump has appointed Detroit entrepreneur Mark Savaya as the U.S. Special Envoy to Iraq. A Chaldean-American with deep regional ties but no traditional diplomatic background, Savaya is tasked with stabilizing Iraq’s economy and curbing Iranian influence. His mission—focused on disarming militias and opening Iraqi oil and energy markets—signals a pragmatic, deal-driven era for U.S.-Iraq relations that prioritizes economic sovereignty over conventional foreign policy.

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A portrait of Ze'ev Jabotinsky in a hat and glasses, superimposed over a faded background of historical Middle Eastern figures and conflict scenes.

Revisionist Zionism’s Iron Wall Doctrine: Ideological Foundations of Netanyahu’s Strategy

December 25, 2025

Vladimir Jabotinsky’s “Iron Wall” essay remains the cornerstone of Revisionist Zionism, arguing that regional peace can only be achieved through an unbreachable military presence. From its early ideological ties with nationalist movements to Benjamin Netanyahu’s current hardline policies, this doctrine prioritizes military dominance and settlement expansion over negotiated compromise, framing the Israel-Arab conflict as a perpetual struggle for security and sovereignty.

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Masked security officers in El Salvador escorting a line of inmates in white uniforms through a large, high-security prison corridor.

CBS CECOT Segment Cancellation: Editorial Independence and Political Pressure Convergence

December 25, 2025

The last-minute cancellation of a “60 Minutes” report on torture at El Salvador’s CECOT prison has ignited a firestorm over editorial independence and political interference at CBS News. While Editor-in-Chief Bari Weiss cites a lack of new information, correspondent Sharyn Alfonsi and critics label the move as corporate censorship, raising urgent questions about media integrity and government influence in the wake of the Trump administration’s aggressive immigration policies.

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A detailed white 3D-printed scale model of the White House including the East and West wings, placed on a dark table.

Trump White House Ballroom: Regulatory Bypass and Architectural Symbolism

December 24, 2025

The construction of a massive 90,000-square-foot ballroom at the White House has sparked a fierce debate over transparency and national heritage. By bypassing standard regulatory reviews and the National Historic Preservation Act, the project faces intense criticism from historians who argue that the “grandiose” design sacrifices the modest historical integrity of the East Wing for personal ambition.

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Iraqi Prime Minister Mohammed Shia' al-Sudani speaking at a green podium with a construction crane logo, surrounded by officials.

Iraq Government Formation: US-Iran Competition Over Militia Influence

December 24, 2025

As Prime Minister Al-Sudani navigates a fractured parliament following the November 2025 elections, Iraq has become the ultimate battleground for US and Iranian influence. With the Trump administration demanding the exclusion of sanctioned militias and Tehran leveraging its strategic assets, the race for the premiership—featuring figures like Nouri al-Maliki and Qasim al-Araji—will determine whether Iraq can maintain its sovereignty or fall deeper into a high-stakes geopolitical confrontation.

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Two people in a public space holding up large placards: one featuring a smiling portrait of Donald Trump and the other a mugshot of Jeffrey Epstein.

DOJ Epstein Files Release: Trump Flight Records and Redaction Controversies

December 24, 2025

DOJ’s Epstein Files Leak: Trump Flight Logs and Redaction Scandals The Justice Department’s December 2025 release of over 11,000 Jeffrey Epstein files has ignited a political firestorm. From unredacted flight records and Mar-a-Lago subpoenas to intense congressional backlash over government transparency, discover the full details behind the controversial documents and President Trump’s response to the unfolding allegations.

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Three people, including two children, painting the "Free Syria" flag on a large white wall.

Syria’s Transitional Government: International Recognition Amid Domestic Fragility

December 23, 2025

Ahmed al-Sharaa’s administration in Syria marked its first anniversary by achieving diplomatic milestones and facing internal strife post-Bashar al-Assad’s fall. Key successes include gaining Western backing, with the U.S. and U.K. removing Sharaa from terrorist lists, and normalizing relations through significant meetings, notably with President Trump. These diplomatic efforts led to sanctions relief under the Caesar Act and Syria’s return to SWIFT, fostering prospects for economic recovery amid challenges in asserting control over the diverse sectarian landscape.

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Trump’s Cultural Momentum Collapses as Economic Reality Contradicts Electoral Narrative

December 22, 2025

The post-2024 rise of “Trumpism” in corporate America has significantly waned within a year. As of December 21, Trump’s approval rating stands at 42.8%, with 54% disapproving, while his economic approval plummets to 36%, the lowest recorded. The Democratic Party’s success in the November 2025 gubernatorial races in New Jersey and Virginia by substantial margins highlights the disconnection between Republican actions and voter preferences, revealing a backlash against perceived overreach.

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Donald Trump walking down a White House colonnade past framed portraits, followed by a military aide.

Trump Administration Systematically Dismantles Oversight While Claiming Historic Transparency

December 22, 2025

White House claims of being the most transparent and accessible administration are contradicted by actions that dismantle accountability, such as the dismissal of 17 inspectors general and leaving 75% of those positions vacant. Additionally, the defunding of the Council of Inspectors General and the imposition of media restrictions by the Pentagon have created an accountability vacuum, facilitating unchecked executive action.

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