Author: Rachel Maddow
Rachel Maddow
Rachel Maddow is a freelance journalist based in the USA, with over 20 years of experience covering Politics, World Affairs, Business, Health, Technology, Finance, Lifestyle, and Culture. She earned her degree in Political Science and Journalism from Stanford University. Throughout her career, she has contributed to outlets such as MSNBC, The New York Times, and The Washington Post. Known for her thorough reporting and compelling storytelling, Rachel delivers accurate and timely news that keeps readers informed on both national and global developments.
Israeli Forces Hit Iranian Defence Systems Israel’s military says it has completed a “broad strike” targeting defence systems in western Iran, marking another sharp escalation in a conflict that began with joint US-Israeli airstrikes early Saturday. The coordinated operation signaled a significant widening of military action, as tensions between Washington and Tehran had already been running high over stalled negotiations on Iran’s nuclear programme. In a video posted on social media, US President Donald Trump suggested the strikes were about more than nuclear concerns, referencing grievances dating back to the Islamic Revolution of 1979. He warned Iranians to seek safety…
Airstrikes Mark a Dangerous Turning Point After months of uneasy calm along their 2,600-kilometre mountainous border, Pakistan and Afghanistan are once again on the brink. Pakistan launched airstrikes on Kabul and other cities early Friday, declaring what it called “open war” after Taliban forces attacked Pakistani border posts. Pakistani Defence Minister Khawaja Asif said Islamabad’s patience had “run out.” The military announced the start of Operation Ghazab lil Haq (“Righteous Fury”), claiming it killed 133 Taliban fighters and struck military sites in Kabul and Kandahar — home to Taliban leader Hibatullah Akhundzada. The Taliban confirmed that Pakistani strikes hit three…
De Niro Warns Trump “Will Never Leave” Oscar-winning actor Robert De Niro has once again taken aim at Donald Trump, warning that the president “will never leave” office unless Americans act. Speaking on MS NOW ahead of the State of the Union, De Niro argued that Trump’s rhetoric about nationalizing elections should not be dismissed as a joke. “He will never leave. We have to make him leave,” De Niro said, expressing deep concern about the country’s political direction. He later appeared at a counter-event titled “State of the Swamp” at the National Press Club, where he told attendees he…
Renewed Focus on French Deterrence President Emmanuel Macron is set to deliver a major speech outlining how France could contribute more directly to Europe’s nuclear deterrence, as security concerns mount across the continent. Speaking from the Île Longue peninsula — home to France’s four nuclear-powered ballistic missile submarines — Macron is expected to clarify that any broader French role would complement, not replace, the protection offered by the United States. France and the United Kingdom remain Europe’s only nuclear-armed powers. While Macron first floated the idea in 2020 of involving European partners more closely in France’s deterrence framework, the proposal…
UN Submission Sparks Fresh Tensions A new maritime claim submitted to the United Nations by Iraq has reignited a long-running sea border dispute with Kuwait. Baghdad’s filing includes updated coordinates and a map outlining areas it considers within its maritime boundaries. Kuwait argues the claim overlaps with its own territorial waters, including the Fasht al-Qaid and Fasht al-Aij shoals, raising concerns about sovereignty and control over key waterways in the northern Gulf. The contested waters are strategically significant, both for shipping access and potential offshore resources, making the disagreement particularly sensitive. Gulf Neighbours Rally Behind Kuwait Several Gulf nations have…
Supreme Court Ruling Throws Deal Into Doubt The European Parliament has suspended work on the EU-US trade agreement after a US Supreme Court ruling cast uncertainty over the legality of tariffs introduced in 2025. The court found that some of the duties imposed by President Donald Trump exceeded his authority, as they were enacted without Congressional approval under legislation intended for national emergencies. In response, Trump announced new 15% tariffs on imports, further complicating the situation and raising fresh concerns in Brussels about whether the terms of the deal can still be trusted. Parliament Demands Clarity from Washington German MEP…
Budapest Refuses to Back Latest Measures Hungary has drawn a firm line in its dispute with Brussels, saying it will not support the European Union’s 20th sanctions package against Russia until oil shipments to the country resume. Prime Minister Viktor Orbán made clear after a meeting of the Energy Security Council that no further EU war loans for Ukraine should move forward while Hungary’s energy supply remains disrupted. Foreign Minister Péter Szijjártó confirmed that Budapest will block the sanctions package at Monday’s meeting of EU foreign ministers. He said Hungary’s position will not change until Ukraine repairs the Druzhba pipeline…
A Swift Response to the Supreme Court Just a day after the US Supreme Court struck down his sweeping global tariffs, President Donald Trump announced he would raise baseline tariffs on countries worldwide from 10% to 15%, effective immediately. In a social media post, Trump said the move followed what he described as a flawed and “anti-American” ruling by the high court. The decision, delivered in a 6–3 vote, found that Trump had exceeded his authority by using emergency powers under the International Emergency Economic Powers Act (IEEPA) to impose broad import taxes. The Court made clear that the Constitution…
Court Says President Overstepped Authority The Supreme Court of the United States has struck down former President Donald Trump’s sweeping global tariffs, ruling 6-3 that he exceeded his constitutional authority by invoking emergency powers to impose them. At the heart of the case were the broad “reciprocal” tariffs Trump placed on nearly every US trading partner under a 1977 emergency powers law. The majority opinion, written by Chief Justice John Roberts, made clear that the Constitution assigns the power to levy taxes — including tariffs — to Congress alone. “The Framers did not vest any part of the taxing power…
Arrest and Police Activity Prince Andrew was arrested on Thursday on suspicion of misconduct in public office during his tenure as the UK’s trade envoy, police confirmed. Searches were also conducted at properties in Berkshire and Norfolk. While authorities did not initially name him, they stated a man in his sixties remains in custody as investigations continue. Andrew turned 66 on the day of his arrest. Unmarked police vehicles were spotted at Sandringham in Norfolk, where he has been residing since leaving Windsor. Officials emphasized the importance of maintaining the integrity of the investigation amid widespread public attention. Links to…
