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US government map of Africa mislabels every country at global conference

A Reuters analysis found the image of the map included in the presentation contained an artificial intelligence watermark that signals it was made with OpenAI tools.

Incorrectly labelled map presented by the US State Department July 30, 2026
The Muslim Brotherhood's Stealth Threat to European Societies

Israel should follow Trump and designate Sudanese Muslim Brotherhood as a terror group - opinion

Andrew Tate and Tristan Tate arrive before US President Donald Trump to attend UFC 327 at Kaseya Center, Miami, US, April 11, 2026.

Andrew and Tristan Tate to seek release from US jail as they fight UK extradition for sex offenses

An F-35 pilot prepares for take off from the Vermont Air National Guard Base with the flag of the United States, in South Burlington, Vermont, US, May 22, 2020

Turkey does not meet legal requirements to receive F-35, State Department says - exclusive


US says it supports Pakistan's 'right to defend itself' against Afghan Taliban

Afghanistan's Taliban rulers, a US-recognized terrorist group, said on Friday they were willing to negotiate after a Pakistani bombing campaign.

People gather to attend a funeral for victims following the suicide explosion at a Shi'ite Muslim mosque, in Islamabad, Pakistan, February 7, 2026.

Huckabee tells US Embassy staff in Israel to leave today amid Iran strike fears

Multiple countries have urged nationals in Israel to exercise extreme caution, including China, France, and Italy, while others urged citizens to leave Iran, including the UK, Canada, and Australia

US Ambassador to Israel Mike Huckabee attends the lobby for Israel–United States relations at the Knesset, Israel's Parliament in Jerusalem, February 25, 2026.

US approves potential $280 million sale of military radars to Jordan

The US State Department has approved the sale of radar systems to Jordan for $280 million, while the US increases its military presence at a Jordanian airbase, including fighter jets.

Jordanian troops ride their military vehicles during a parade at a ceremony to celebrate the country's 74th Independence Day within a limited number of activities amid the spread of the coronavirus disease (COVID-19), in Amman, Jordan May 25, 2020; illustrative.

Trump administration orders US diplomats to fight data sovereignty initiatives

Experts see the move as a reversion to a more confrontational approach, with the administration pushing for a more "assertive international data policy."

The seal of the United States Department of State is seen in Washington, US, January 26, 2017.

US condemns Hamas after video shows terrorists intimidating, extorting Gazans

According to activist Ahmed Fouad Alkhatib, the clip shows Hamas operatives shutting down small vendors who refused to pay taxes and threatening violence, disappearance, and torture.

Gunmen stand guard at the funeral of Marwan Issa, a senior Hamas deputy military commander who was killed in an Israeli airstrike during the conflict between Israel and Hamas, amid a ceasefire between Israel and Hamas, in the central Gaza Strip, February 7, 2025.

French FM to summon US ambassador over comments on far-right activist's death

Quentin Deranque, 23, died from severe head injuries sustained two days previously in Lyon when he was attacked by masked men allegedly part of a banned far-left French militant group.

IMAGES REPRESENTING Quentin Deranque, a young far-right activist beaten to death during a violent assault by hard-left activists, with a text message reading: "Killed by Melenchon's militia", on the day of a march in tribute to Quentin Deranque, in Lyon, France, February 21, 2026.

US imposes visa restrictions on Iran officials, telecommunications leaders

At the end of January, the State Department confirmed that US Secretary of State Marco Rubio had banned senior Iranian officials and their relatives from being in the US.

Iran's Supreme Leader, Ayatollah Ali Khamenei looks on during a meeting at the IRGC Aerospace Force achievements exhibition in Tehran, Iran November 19, 2023.

Trump nominee Jeremy Carl facing Senate pushback over history of antisemitic remarks

“Jews have often loved to play the victim rather than accept that they are participants in history,” said Carl, who is seeking a top position in the US State Department.

Jeremy Carl speaks at the National Conservatism Conference in Washington DC, Sept. 3, 2025.

US reiterates call for all citizens to 'leave Iran now,' in security alert on open border crossings

The US urged its citizens to "leave Iran now" due to protests, security measures, and flight disruptions. Dual nationals face the risk of detention, the travel advisory warned.

 An Iranian woman walks past an anti-US mural on a street in Tehran, Iran, April 26, 2025; illustrative

Pentagon approves potential sale of F-15 support, equipment to Saudi Arabia

The Pentagon explicitly stated that the sale would not alter the military balance of power in the region, nor would it have any adverse effects on the United States' defense readiness. 

 An Israeli F-15 fighter jet is seen from behind at Uvda Airbase in southern Israel (illustrative).