TRUMP NETANYAHU TALKS CLASH WITH NEW SETBACKS IN GAZA PEACE PUSH Trump’s fourth White House meeting with Netanyahu on Sept. 29 aimed to advance a 21-point Gaza peace plan, but momentum faltered after Israel’s strike in Doha killed five Hamas officials and a Qatari guard. Arab

TRUMP ADMINISTRATION GREENLIGHTS $625M COAL POWER EXPANSION A U.S. Energy Department official confirmed the Trump administration will release $625 million to boost coal-fueled power generation. The move signals a renewed commitment to traditional energy sources, aiming to

U.S. BACKS HARDER HITTING FORCE TO COMBAT HAITI’S GANG CRISIS Washington is advocating for a tougher, more lethal Gang Suppression Force in Haiti under a UN Chapter 7 mandate, aiming to replace the struggling Kenya-led mission. The proposed unit would have broader authority to

MEXICO URGES U.S. TO RETHINK TARIFFS ON HEAVY VEHICLES Mexico’s President voiced hope that the U.S. will consider Mexico’s interests before finalizing new tariffs on heavy vehicles. The appeal comes amid growing trade tensions, with the auto sector—especially cross-border

NORWAY CONFIRMS DRONE SIGHTINGS AS SURVEILLANCE, NOT SHAHEDS At the Warsaw Security Conference, Defense Minister Tore O. Sandvik confirmed recent drones over Norway were surveillance types, not Iranian-made Shaheds. While Norway isn’t at war, the incursions disrupted air traffic

SHUTDOWN TO HALT U.S. ECONOMIC DATA FLOW, BLS CONFIRMS The Bureau of Labor Statistics announced that U.S. economic data releases will pause if the government shuts down, freezing key reports like payrolls and CPI. The disruption risks distorting market expectations and

NETANYAHU ARRIVES IN WASHINGTON FOR HIGH-STAKES TALKS WITH TRUMP Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu arrived at the White House and was greeted by President Trump, ahead of key discussions on the 21-point Gaza peace proposal. The visit underscores deepening U.S.-Israel coordination

QATAR CLAIMS INFLUENCE OVER HAMAS IN DEMILITARIZATION TALKS A source told the Jerusalem Post that Qatar believes it can persuade Hamas to accept a demilitarization deal, marking a potential breakthrough in Gaza negotiations. The claim positions Doha as a pivotal mediator in

TRUMP EXPRESSES OPTIMISM ON GAZA PEACE BREAKTHROUGH President Trump stated he is confident that peace in Gaza is near, signaling growing momentum behind the U.S.-led 21-point ceasefire plan. His remarks follow active mediation involving Israel, Arab states, and Qatar. While

SWITZERLAND EYES U.S. GOLD REFINING IN PUSH TO DIVERSIFY SUPPLY CHAINS Switzerland has proposed strategic investments in the U.S. gold refining industry, aiming to strengthen bilateral ties and reduce dependency on global chokepoints. The move reflects broader trends in

GOLD HITS $3,833 AS SAFE-HAVEN RUSH INTENSIFIES Spot gold extended its rally, rising nearly 2% to a record $3,833.01/oz as investors pile into safe-haven assets amid fiscal uncertainty and geopolitical strain. The surge reflects growing concerns over U.S. debt dynamics,

DENMARK MOBILIZES TROOPS AFTER DRONE BREACHES TRIGGER ALERT Several hundred Danish soldiers have been urgently called up under a confidential mobilization order, TV 2 reports. The directive cites recent drone incursions into Danish airspace, raising national security concerns.

FRENCH FAR RIGHT LEADS IN FIRST ROUND PRESIDENTIAL POLL A new poll shows France’s far-right candidates would win the first round of a presidential vote, reflecting a major political shift amid rising concerns over immigration, inflation, and EU relations. The surge underscores

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Gold crosses $1T: Bullion boom underway? U.S. gold reserves have surpassed $1 trillion in value, driven by soaring global prices, persistent inflation, and geopolitical uncertainty. Gold remains a key safe-haven as investors flee fiat currencies. Central bank buying, a softening

FRANCE DEPLOYS TROOPS TO DENMARK AMID DRONE SECURITY SURGE President Macron confirmed France has sent 35 troops and a helicopter to support Denmark following drone activity over Copenhagen and other European cities. The French detachment, trained in counter-drone warfare, will

SWITZERLAND, U.S. REACH ACCORD TO AVOID CURRENCY INTERVENTION Switzerland has formally agreed with the U.S. to refrain from manipulating the Swiss franc, according to the Financial Times. The deal marks a shift from past interventions, such as the 2011 cap that roiled markets.

NETANYAHU ISSUES APOLOGY TO QATAR OVER DOHA STRIKE DURING WHITE HOUSE CALL Israeli PM Netanyahu apologized to Qatar’s Prime Minister in a phone call from the White House for the recent Israeli strike in Doha that killed Hamas officials and a Qatari guard, per Channel 12’s Barak

TESLA FACES SENATE PRESSURE OVER FSD RAIL CROSSING FAILURES Two Democratic senators have urged U.S. auto safety regulators to investigate Tesla’s Full Self-Driving (FSD) system following reports of its failure to detect and respond to railroad crossings. In a formal letter,

NETANYAHU APOLOGIZES TO QATAR IN CALL OVER SOVEREIGNTY BREACH According to Axios, Israeli PM Netanyahu spoke with Qatar’s Prime Minister and issued an apology for violating Qatari sovereignty during the recent strike in Doha. The diplomatic outreach comes amid U.S.-led Gaza