U.S.-Syria Business Council Applauds the Termination of Syria Sanctions as a Milestone for Economic Reengagement

The U.S.–Syria Business Council (USSBC) has emphatically lauded the Trump Administration’s landmark decision, announced on June 30, 2025, to terminate comprehensive sanctions and export controls on Syria. This pivotal policy shift, which includes the complete revocation of Executive Order 13582, marks what the USSBC considers a crucial milestone poised to […]

Trump administration finds Harvard failed to protect Jewish students

The Trump administration has escalated its scrutiny of Harvard University, formally declaring that the prestigious institution has failed to adequately protect its Jewish students from antisemitism, a finding that carries profound implications for the university’s federal funding. This significant announcement intensifies an already contentious relationship between the administration and one […]

Justice Department to prioritize revoking citizenship of naturalized Americans: what to know

The U.S. Department of Justice has formally escalated its efforts to revoke the citizenship of naturalized Americans, issuing a directive that prioritizes “civil denaturalization” proceedings for those accused of certain crimes. This significant policy shift marks a considerable intensification of the Trump administration’s broader immigration crackdown, which has steadily expanded […]

USAID cuts could lead to 14 million deaths over the next five years, researchers say

A recent study projects a harrowing future, forecasting that over 14 million people could perish in the next five years, a direct consequence of the Trump administration’s proposed dismantling or significant reduction of the U.S. Agency for International Development (USAID). This alarming projection underscores the profound and far-reaching implications of […]

How Iran War Exposed Limits of Chinese Influence in Region

The recent escalation of tensions involving Iran has starkly exposed the inherent limitations of China’s influence within the Middle East, compelling Beijing to undertake a profound re-evaluation of its foreign policy strategies. This critical juncture has highlighted the urgent need for China to recalibrate its approach, particularly in how it […]

Trump administration finds Harvard failed to protect Jewish students, threatens to cut all funding

In a significant escalation of its scrutiny over academic institutions, the Trump administration has delivered a potent challenge to Harvard University, culminating an investigation that alleges the esteemed institution failed to adequately protect its Jewish students. This determination carries grave consequences, as it has led to a direct threat to […]

Trump Administration Sues Los Angeles Over Refusal To Cooperate With Federal Immigration Crackdown

The Trump administration has escalated its push for stringent immigration enforcement, initiating a federal lawsuit against the city of Los Angeles over its steadfast refusal to cooperate with federal immigration crackdowns, particularly those led by Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE). This legal challenge, filed in U.S. District Court in Los […]