#news #today
Today’s top news #headlines include a major winter storm hitting the Northeast US, the ongoing controversy over a US Navy “double-tap” boat strike in Venezuela, and developments in the Russia-Ukraine war
US News
Weather: A significant winter storm is impacting the Northeast, expected to bring widespread snow and disrupt morning commutes.
Politics/Military: White House officials have stated that a US Navy admiral ordered the controversial second strike on an alleged Venezuelan drug boat, leading to ongoing bipartisan scrutiny and legal questions. Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth is facing pressure over the incident.
Legal: The son of drug kingpin “El Chapo” has pleaded guilty to US drug trafficking charges as part of a deal with prosecutors. An appeals court has also upheld the disqualification of former Trump lawyer Alina Habba as a New Jersey federal prosecutor.
Health/Safety: A resident in Northern Arizona has died from the plague. Walmart has voluntarily recalled thousands of water bottles due to potential injury risks.
World News
Russia-Ukraine War: A Trump envoy, Steve Witkoff, is in Moscow for talks with Vladimir Putin in an effort to reach a peace deal, while Russia claims to have captured the key Ukrainian city of Pokrovsk, a claim disputed by Kyiv.
, where he has called for peace and unity.Middle East: Pope Leo is wrapping up his visit toLebanon
Asia: More than 1,200 people have died across Southeast Asia due to severe flooding and landslides following record rainfall. Hong Kong authorities are investigating a deadly apartment fire that killed over 100 people.
Global Affairs: The UN has warned that AI technology could widen the inequality gap between rich and poor nations.
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