Author: Rachel Maddow

The United Nations General Assembly passed a resolution endorsing a Palestinian state and promoting a two-state solution. The measure condemns Hamas’s October 7 attack in southern Israel and criticizes Israel’s siege and starvation in Gaza. Global Support and Opposition Out of 193 member nations, 142 countries approved the New York Declaration, 10 opposed, and 12 abstained. France and Saudi Arabia sponsored the resolution, calling for Palestinian Authority control over all Palestinian territories. Transitional Governance and Disarmament The declaration instructs Hamas to end its rule in Gaza, surrender weapons, and release all hostages. It mandates forming a transitional administrative committee immediately…

Police arrested the suspected gunman who shot conservative activist Charlie Kirk in Utah, President Donald Trump confirmed Friday. Trump told Fox News he learned about the arrest minutes before going on air. A source close to the suspect disclosed their location, which led authorities to the apprehension. Investigation Relies on Public Leads FBI and Utah police released new video Thursday showing a suspect fleeing after Kirk’s assassination on campus. Utah Department of Public Safety Commissioner Beau Mason said public tips generated critical leads for the manhunt. The footage shows the suspect wearing sunglasses, Converse shoes, and a black American-flag shirt,…

Brazil’s Supreme Court convicted Jair Bolsonaro of attempting a coup after losing the 2022 election. Three of five justices found Bolsonaro guilty on five counts, with one justice yet to vote. Justice Cármen Lúcia voted to convict on Thursday, a day after Justice Luiz Fux voted to acquit. The court will announce Bolsonaro’s sentence once all five justices submit their decisions, potentially decades in prison. Political Tensions Escalate The ruling deepens Brazil’s political divide and could provoke reactions from the United States government. Donald Trump called Bolsonaro’s trial a “witch hunt” and tied a 50% tariff on Brazilian goods to…

NATO fighter jets shot down several Russian drones that entered Poland’s airspace during a large-scale Russian strike on Ukraine. Officials confirmed on Wednesday that the drones crossed into NATO territory before being intercepted, marking one of the most serious security incidents in recent years. According to Poland’s military, the drones violated Polish airspace while flying near the eastern border. The Polish Operational Command said the breach created a direct risk to citizens. Military officials called it an “unprecedented” act that required an immediate response. NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte said a combined air defense operation was launched to counter the…

Eyewitnesses saw Charlie Kirk take a gunshot to the neck before aides rushed him from the stage. US President Donald Trump confirmed Kirk’s death on Wednesday, calling him “great, and even legendary.” Trump praised Kirk for understanding American youth and sent condolences to his wife Erika and family. Chaos at Utah Valley University Videos show Kirk speaking under a tent when a single shot struck, spraying blood from his neck. Turning Point spokesperson Aubrey Laitsch confirmed the shooting earlier, asking supporters to pray for Kirk. Police detained a suspect immediately but later released the individual as authorities launched an investigation.…

Israeli forces attacked senior Hamas officials in Doha on Tuesday, intensifying their campaign called “Summit of Fire.” Prime Minister Netanyahu’s office stated Israel planned and executed the strike independently and accepts full responsibility. Eyewitnesses reported explosions and smoke rising over the Katara district as the Israeli air force carried out the mission. Casualty Reports Remain Unclear Unconfirmed reports suggest four Hamas Political Bureau members may have died or remain missing after the attack. Qatari officials confirmed no deaths so far but said residential buildings housing Hamas leaders sustained damage. The Qatari Foreign Ministry condemned the strike as reckless and launched…

French authorities have charged anaesthetist Frédéric Péchier with harming 30 patients at Besançon clinics between 2008 and 2017. Twelve died. Investigators zeroed in on Péchier after Sandra Simard suffered cardiac arrest during routine surgery in January 2017. Authorities discovered a lethal potassium dose in her anaesthesia bag. Claims of Deliberate Medical Tampering Prosecutors say Péchier deliberately contaminated infusion pouches to sabotage colleagues and then assisted during resuscitations, claiming he “always had a solution.” Péchier denies any wrongdoing. His victims ranged from 4 to 89 years old. Defense lawyers say he intends to prove his innocence. Lengthy and Complex Proceedings The…

US President Donald Trump issued his “last warning” to Hamas on Sunday, urging acceptance of a US-brokered ceasefire. He claimed Israel already agreed to the terms. On Truth Social, Trump wrote, “Everyone wants the Hostages HOME. Everyone wants this War to end! This is my last warning. There will not be another one.” US Proposal Seeks Hostage Release US Special Envoy Steven Witkoff reportedly sent the ceasefire proposal to Hamas on Sunday. The plan offers US support to end Israel’s military operations if Hamas immediately releases all hostages. Israel would then free up to 3,000 Palestinian prisoners. Hostage Situation and…

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy rejected Vladimir Putin’s proposal to meet in Moscow, calling it unrealistic and unsafe. Zelenskyy told ABC News that Ukraine faces daily missile attacks and heavy shelling, making travel to Moscow impossible. He insisted that Putin should come to Kyiv instead. Trump Pushes Direct Talks U.S. President Donald Trump urged face-to-face meetings between Zelenskyy and Putin, making them a key goal of his Alaska summit. Trump said the leaders would meet after Zelenskyy visits Washington and holds talks with European leaders. Moscow added extra conditions, delaying negotiations while intensifying attacks on Ukrainian cities. This week, Putin claimed…

An electric streetcar derailed in Lisbon on Wednesday, killing at least 15 people and injuring 18 others. Portuguese television showed the yellow-and-white tram lying on its side along a narrow hill road. The tram’s roof and sides appeared partially crushed as dozens of emergency workers rushed to the scene. Local media reported the crash happened around 6 pm during evening rush hour. Authorities have not yet determined the cause of the accident. President Expresses Condolences President Marcelo Rebelo de Sousa offered condolences to families and residents affected by the derailment. Glória Funicular Serves Locals Daily The Glória funicular carries more…