Following President-elect Trump’s claim that Mexico agreed to close its border with the US, Mexican President Sheinbaum vehemently denied the assertion. Sheinbaum clarified that Mexico’s strategy focuses on a comprehensive approach to migration, respecting human rights, and building bridges rather than closing borders. Trump’s announcement followed his promise of imposing a 25% tariff on Mexican and Canadian goods, a move met with opposition from President Biden and Canadian Prime Minister Trudeau. The differing accounts highlight a potential conflict, echoing past disagreements between Trump and Mexican officials regarding border security and trade.
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Dmitry Kuleba asserts that a potential Trump-brokered peace deal, involving Ukrainian territorial concessions to Russia, is unfeasible. Such a deal would violate Ukraine’s constitution and politically destroy President Zelenskyy. Kuleba highlights Russia’s unwillingness to negotiate in good faith, aiming instead to exhaust the West. He emphasizes that Ukraine’s allies are failing to provide sufficient weaponry, contrasting this with Russia’s access to readily available soldiers. Despite Zelenskyy’s stated desire for a diplomatic solution, a territorial surrender remains impossible.
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Due to potential salmonella contamination, cucumbers from Agrotato S.A. in Sonora, Mexico, distributed by SunFed Produce and sold between October 12 and November 26, have been recalled. This recall follows an outbreak affecting 68 people across 19 states, with 18 hospitalizations. Separately, approximately 11,000 cartons of Kirkland Signature organic eggs, sold in five southern states, were recalled by Costco due to the presence of eggs not intended for retail sale. Consumers are advised to check product codes and dispose of recalled items immediately.
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In a letter to Senegalese authorities, French President Emmanuel Macron officially recognized the 1944 Thiaroye massacre, where French soldiers killed 35 to 400 unarmed West African soldiers of the Tirailleurs Senegalais. The killings, following disputes over unpaid wages, are now acknowledged as a massacre, a significant shift from previous French accounts. This recognition, coming amidst declining French influence in the region, is viewed by Senegal as a crucial step toward fully understanding the event. President Faye hopes this marks the beginning of a collaborative effort to uncover the complete truth.
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Mexican President Claudia Sheinbaum downplayed a Rolling Stone report detailing a potential “soft invasion” of Mexico by the incoming Trump administration, characterizing it as unrealistic. The report alleges plans for U.S. special forces operations targeting Mexican cartels, including assassinations and airstrikes, with support from several Trump appointees. Sheinbaum asserted Mexico’s sovereignty, while figures like Pete Hegseth and Marco Rubio voiced support for military intervention, albeit with caveats regarding cooperation with the Mexican government. However, experts warn such actions could inadvertently strengthen cartels and destabilize the region.
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Electric vehicle (EV) sales in China have surpassed half of all passenger vehicle sales this year, marking a significant turning point for the country’s automotive market. This rapid adoption of EVs, exceeding earlier projections, is poised to sharply decrease gasoline consumption, impacting global oil demand as China is a major oil consumer. Analysts predict substantial annual declines in gasoline and diesel consumption through 2030, driven by both EV growth and improvements in fuel efficiency. This rapid shift contrasts with slower EV adoption rates in the US and Europe, making China’s transition a unique and impactful case study for the global energy market.
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On Thanksgiving, Senator JD Vance shared a meme depicting himself and Donald Trump superimposed onto Norman Rockwell’s “Freedom From Want,” with a map highlighting GOP electoral wins replacing the traditional turkey. The image, which prompted varied reactions, shows Vance as the matriarchal figure alongside Trump. This followed a more traditional Thanksgiving message from Vance. Trump himself also shared a Thanksgiving meme, portraying himself emerging from a turkey alongside Democratic figures.
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President Biden voiced his concern over President-elect Trump’s planned tariffs on Mexico and Canada, deeming them counterproductive to the strong relationships the U.S. enjoys with its neighbors. Biden expressed hope that Trump would reconsider this decision, emphasizing the importance of maintaining positive relations with these allies. Despite a decrease in border crossings since Trump’s previous term, the tariffs are intended to pressure Mexico and Canada on immigration and drug issues. Biden also acknowledged the upcoming challenges of a Republican-controlled Congress and the need for compromise.
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Trump disavowed Project 2025 during the campaign. Not anymore. This shift is less a surprise and more a stark reminder of a consistent pattern of behavior, leaving many to question why anyone expected anything different. The initial disavowal, conveniently timed before the election, served a calculated purpose: to appeal to a broader base of voters, particularly those wary of the extreme policies outlined in Project 2025. It was a masterful, if cynical, political maneuver.
The post-election embrace of Project 2025 feels less like a sudden change of heart and more like a calculated unveiling of a plan that was always lurking beneath the surface.… Continue reading
Russia’s Foreign Intelligence Service alleges a NATO plan to deploy 100,000 peacekeepers in Ukraine, ostensibly to prepare Kyiv for a counteroffensive and “freeze” the conflict. This claim, unsupported by evidence, contradicts previous NATO statements denying such intentions. The SVR suggests this deployment aims to train Ukrainian forces and rebuild their military capabilities, enabling a future offensive against Russia. This follows a reported record of over 2,000 Russian troop casualties in a single day, according to Ukrainian sources.
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