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US seizes oil tanker off coast of Venezuela, Trump says

US seizes oil tanker off coast of Venezuela, Trump says

By Idrees Ali, Phil Stewart and Steve Holland WASHINGTON, Dec 10 (Reuters) - The U.S. has seized an oil tanker off the coast of Venezuela, President Donald Trump said on Wednesday, a move that raised oil prices and is likely to further inflame tensions between Washington and Caracas.
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Trump says to make phone call to stop Thai-Cambodia fighting

Trump says to make phone call to stop Thai-Cambodia fighting

BANGKOK/PHNOM PENH, Dec 10 (Reuters) - Fighting between Thailand and Cambodia extended into a third day on Wednesday as U.S. President Donald Trump said he would make a phone call to stop the conflict, after he had brokered a ceasefire in July to end a five-day battle between the Asian neighbours.
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US Military Seizes Oil Tanker Near Venezuela in Sanctions Enforcement

US Military Seizes Oil Tanker Near Venezuela in Sanctions Enforcement

The U.S. military has seized an oil tanker near the coast of Venezuela, as shown in a video released by the Department of Justice. The operation, led by the U.S. Coast Guard and announced by President Trump, involved military helicopters and troops boarding the vessel. The tanker was reportedly used to transport oil from Venezuela and Iran, both under U.S. sanctions. According to U.S. Attorney General Pam Bondi, the operation is part of efforts to enforce sanctions and prevent the sale of sanctioned oil.
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Soccer-Seattle World Cup organisers say Pride events will go ahead outside Egypt-Iran match

Soccer-Seattle World Cup organisers say Pride events will go ahead outside Egypt-Iran match

Dec 10 (Reuters) - World Cup organisers in Seattle on Wednesday said their Pride events would go ahead as planned outside a June match in the city between Egypt and Iran despite objections from sports officials in the two countries where homosexuality is criminalised.
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Exclusive-China's ZTE may pay more than $1 billion to the US over foreign bribery allegations, sources say

Exclusive-China's ZTE may pay more than $1 billion to the US over foreign bribery allegations, sources say

Dec 10 (Reuters) - Chinese telecom equipment maker ZTE Corp may pay more than $1 billion to the U.S. government to resolve years-old allegations of foreign bribery, according to two people familiar with the matter.
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A second flight of Iranian deportees, carrying 55, has left the US, Iran says

A second flight of Iranian deportees, carrying 55, has left the US, Iran says

Iranian officials say a second flight carrying deported Iranians has left the United States
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UN Palestinian aid agency says Israeli police 'forcibly entered' its Jerusalem compound

UN Palestinian aid agency says Israeli police 'forcibly entered' its Jerusalem compound

Israeli police have forcibly entered the United Nations agency compound for Palestinian refugees in East Jerusalem
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Federal Judge Overturns President Trump's Ban on Wind Power Projects, Impacting Energy Industry

Federal Judge Overturns President Trump's Ban on Wind Power Projects, Impacting Energy Industry

A federal judge has overturned President Donald Trump's ban on new wind power projects in the United States. The decision, made by Judge Patti Saris of the U.S. District Court for the District of Massachusetts, declared the ban 'arbitrary and capricious and contrary to law.' This ruling is a significant victory for the wind energy industry, which had been adversely affected by the ban. President Trump had issued a memorandum on January 20, halting permits and leases for both offshore and onshore wind farms, pending a federal review. The judge noted that federal agencies failed to provide a reasoned explanation for this abrupt policy change. The lawsuit against the ban was led by New York Attorney General Letitia James, along with 16 other states, arguing that the ban posed an existential threat to the wind industry.
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Greenland Hosts U.S. Talks Amid Renewed Interest in U.S. Takeover by President Trump

Greenland Hosts U.S. Talks Amid Renewed Interest in U.S. Takeover by President Trump

Greenland is hosting annual talks with American officials, marking the end of a year where President Trump revived discussions about a potential U.S. takeover of the mineral-rich island. These meetings involve a 'joint committee' between Greenland and U.S. officials, as well as a 'permanent committee' that includes the Danish government. The discussions aim to ensure mutual respect for the interests of both Greenlanders and Americans. The U.S. ambassador in Copenhagen emphasized the long-standing friendship between the U.S. and Greenland, while Greenlandic officials reiterated their right to self-determination.
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President Trump to Sign Executive Order for National AI Regulation, Aiming to Override State Laws

President Trump to Sign Executive Order for National AI Regulation, Aiming to Override State Laws

President Donald Trump announced plans to sign an executive order establishing a national rule for artificial intelligence (AI), aiming to supersede various state laws. This move is seen as a victory for major tech companies like OpenAI, Google, and Meta, which have advocated for a unified national standard to prevent a fragmented regulatory landscape that could hinder innovation. The executive order is expected to preempt state laws through potential lawsuits and withholding federal funding. This initiative comes amid concerns from state leaders who argue for the necessity of state-level AI regulations to protect residents. States like Florida and California have already enacted laws addressing AI-related issues such as data privacy and the prevention of nonconsensual AI-generated content. The executive order is part of a broader effort by President Trump to centralize AI regulation, despite opposition from both Democratic and Republican state leaders.
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Honduras seeks arrest of ex-President Hernández after Trump pardon

Honduras seeks arrest of ex-President Hernández after Trump pardon

Honduras Attorney General Johel Zelaya has ordered authorities and asked Interpol to execute a 2023 arrest order for ex-President Juan Orlando Hernández
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Federal Judge Overturns President Trump's Order Blocking Wind Energy Projects

Federal Judge Overturns President Trump's Order Blocking Wind Energy Projects

A federal judge has struck down an executive order by President Donald Trump that aimed to block wind energy projects on federal lands and waters. The order, issued on January 20, was deemed 'arbitrary and capricious' by Judge Patti Saris of the U.S. District Court for the District of Massachusetts. The ruling came in response to a legal challenge led by New York Attorney General Letitia James, supported by attorneys general from 17 states and Washington, D.C. The coalition argued that the order unlawfully halted leasing and permitting for wind energy projects, which are crucial for advancing renewable energy initiatives. President Trump has historically favored fossil fuels over renewable energy sources like offshore wind.