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August 7, 2025
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Pakistani Asylum Seeker Charged for Alleged Rape of 8-Year-Old Girl.

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❓WHAT HAPPENED: A 43-year-old Pakistani asylum seeker has been charged in London with multiple counts of child sexual abuse, including the alleged rape of an eight-year-old girl.

👤WHO WAS INVOLVED: Kamran Khan, a Pakistani national, and an eight-year-old girl.

📍WHEN & WHERE: Alleged crimes occurred between September 2022 and July 2023 in London; court proceedings took place this week at Inner London Crown Court.

🎯IMPACT: Khan remains in custody and is set to face a seven-day trial in January for the alleged offenses.

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A 43-year-old Pakistani migrant appeared before a British court in London this week on charges of allegedly repeatedly raping an eight-year-old girl. Kamran Khan is charged with two counts of rape, two counts of forcing a child under the age of 13 to engage in a sex act, two counts of forcing a child to witness a sexual activity, and four counts of sexually assaulting a child.

The 43-year-old Pakistani asylum seeker reportedly required the assistance of an Urdu language interpreter while pleading not guilty in court. According to prosecutors, between September of last year and July of this year, Khan raped an eight-year-old girl on two separate occasions.

The prosecution also accuses the migrant of molesting the young girl’s genitals with his hands and penis, and forcing her to watch another person have sex. Khan is scheduled to return to court in January, with a trial that is expected to last around seven days. He will be held in custody until his trial date.

The case is just the latest involving a Pakistani national accused of child sex crimes and comes after a decade of mostly Pakistani child grooming gang activity across the UK.

A recent report admitted that police purposely ignored the ethnic data of the grooming gangs, with some never bothering even to record it. In some cases, local police were even accused of joining the grooming gangs in abusing children. Five victims came forward in the town of Rotherham, with one claiming that at least one police officer also raped her.

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Is the U.S. About to Take Military Action Against Drug Cartels?

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❓WHAT HAPPENED: President Donald J. Trump has reportedly ordered the Pentagon to prepare military options for targeting drug cartels designated as terrorist organizations.

👤WHO WAS INVOLVED: President Donald J. Trump, the Pentagon, White House spokeswoman Anna Kelly, Secretary of State Marco Rubio, Attorney General Pam Bondi, and former Department of State lawyer Brian Finucane.

📍WHEN & WHERE: The possible military operations were revealed on Friday, August 8, 2025, involving border operations and actions targeting cartels in Venezuela and Mexico.

💬KEY QUOTE: “President Trump’s top priority is protecting the homeland, which is why he took the bold step to designate several cartels and gangs as foreign terrorist organizations.” – White House spokeswoman Anna Kelly

🎯IMPACT: The designation of cartels as terrorist organizations enables the use of military and intelligence resources to target these groups, raising questions about legality and operational scope.

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President Donald J. Trump has directed the Pentagon to devise military strategies to target international drug cartels that his administration has labeled as foreign terrorist organizations (FTOs). According to individuals familiar with the decision, U.S. defense officials are actively evaluating possible missions to either capture or eliminate high-value individuals involved in global narcotics trafficking.

The move marks a significant escalation in the Trump administration’s approach to transnational crime. White House spokeswoman Anna Kelly explained the administration’s rationale, stating, “President Trump’s top priority is protecting the homeland, which is why he took the bold step to designate several cartels and gangs as foreign terrorist organizations.”

Among the groups recently classified under this new designation are MS-13, Tren de Aragua, and the Venezuelan Cartel of the Suns. Officials argue that treating these organizations as terrorist threats will allow a broader use of U.S. power beyond law enforcement.

Secretary of State Marco Rubio emphasized the strategic benefits of the designation: “Labeling cartels as terrorist groups allows the U.S. to use other elements of American power, intelligence agencies, the Department of Defense, whatever, to target these groups if we have an opportunity to do it. We have to start treating them as armed terrorist organizations, not simply drug-dealing organizations.”

In conjunction with the policy shift, the administration also unveiled a major bounty targeting Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro. A reward of $50 million is being offered for information leading to his arrest, as part of a broader crackdown on what U.S. officials allege is a criminal narco-state network.

Attorney General Pam Bondi tied Maduro directly to the narcotics crisis, saying, “Maduro uses foreign terrorist organizations like Tren de Aragua, Sinaloa, and Cartel of the Suns that bring deadly drugs and violence into our country. Today, the DEA has seized 30 tons of cocaine linked to Maduro, and his associates, with nearly 7 tons linked to Maduro himself, which represents a primary source of income for the deadly cartels based in Venezuela and Mexico.”

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Trump Warns of ‘Great Depression’ If Appeals Court Rules Against His Tariffs.

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❓WHAT HAPPENED: President Donald J. Trump warned U.S. courts against blocking his tariff policy, citing its positive economic impact and potential consequences of a judicial reversal.

👤WHO WAS INVOLVED: President Donald Trump, U.S. courts, former House Speaker Paul Ryan, and Alan Wolff of the Peterson Institute for International Economics.

📍WHEN & WHERE: August 8, 2025,  on Truth Social.

💬KEY QUOTE: “If a Radical Left Court ruled against us at this late date… it would be 1929 all over again, a GREAT DEPRESSION.” – Donald Trump

🎯IMPACT: Markets have responded relatively positively to tariff policy shifts, with much of the impact now priced in to long-term projections. An abrupt change initiated by the federal courts could spark a return of market volatility.

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President Donald J. Trump took to Truth Social on Friday to warn of the economic risks of potential judicial actions against his tariff policy. He declared that a court ruling against his administration could lead to a severe economic downturn, likening it to the Great Depression of 1929.

“Tariffs are having a huge positive impact on the Stock Market. Almost every day, new records are set. In addition, Hundreds of Billions of Dollars are pouring into our Country’s coffers. If a Radical Left Court ruled against us at this late date, in an attempt to bring down or disturb the largest amount of money, wealth creation and influence the U.S.A. has ever seen, it would be impossible to ever recover, or pay back, these massive sums of money and honor. It would be 1929 all over again, a GREAT DEPRESSION!” Trump wrote.

The America First leader continued: “If they were going to rule against the wealth, strength, and power of America, they should have done so LONG AGO, at the beginning of the case, where our entire Country, while never having a chance at this kind of GREATNESS again, would not have been put in 1929 style jeopardy.”

“Our Country deserves SUCCESS AND GREATNESS, NOT TURMOIL, FAILURE, AND DISGRACE,” Trump added.

The comments come as a federal appeals court deliberates on the legality of tariffs imposed under the International Emergency Economic Powers Act of 1977 (IEEPA). Specifically, President Trump’s global reciprocal tariffs are under review by the full 11-judge bench of the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Federal Circuit in Washington, D.C.

The court will determine whether Trump exceeded his authority by imposing reciprocal tariffs on various U.S. trading partners. The appeal follows a May ruling by a three-judge panel of the Court of International Trade, which blocked the tariffs. That decision has been stayed pending the outcome of this new hearing.

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Politics

Major SC Primary Exit Boosts Project 2025 Architect Paul Dans’s Challenge to Sen. Graham.

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❓WHAT HAPPENED: Paul Dans calls for unity among conservatives to challenge Republican Senator Lindsey Graham in the South Carolina Senate race.

👤WHO WAS INVOLVED: Paul Dans, Andre Bauer, Mark Lynch, and Sen. Graham.

📍WHEN & WHERE: August 8, 2025, in Charleston, South Carolina.

💬KEY QUOTE: “Andre Bauer’s decision to step aside reflects the humility and integrity that South Carolina conservatives cherish.” – Paul Dans

🎯IMPACT: Dans seeks to consolidate the anti-Graham vote and build a coalition to retire Lindsey Graham.

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Paul Dans, a leading conservative candidate for the U.S. Senate in South Carolina, has extended an invitation for unity to his former rivals, Andre Bauer and Mark Lynch. Bauer, the state’s former Lieutenant Governor, recently suspended his campaign, while Lynch continues his efforts in the Republican primary against incumbent Senator Lindsey Graham (R-SC).

Dans praised Bauer’s decision to step aside, highlighting it as a reflection of the humility and integrity valued by South Carolina conservatives. “Andre Bauer’s decision to step aside reflects the humility and integrity that South Carolina conservatives cherish,” Dans said, while also commending Lynch for challenging the status quo and emphasizing the need to consolidate the anti-Graham vote.

Dans, architect of Project 2025 and a former Trump administration official, underscored the urgency of uniting against Graham’s record on issues like endless wars and open borders. He called for a coalition to retire Graham and secure a Senator aligned with South Carolina’s values.

The campaign has gained momentum with national media attention and polls indicating Graham’s vulnerability. Dans’s leadership in Project 2025 has already achieved significant policy victories, making him a formidable candidate in the race.

Dans invited all South Carolinians who reject Graham’s policies to join his movement, aiming to make South Carolina a beacon of conservative leadership. He emphasized truth, unity, and a commitment to putting America first.

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Trump Admin Ends Final Vestiges of Biden Govt’s Vax Policies for Federal Workers.

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❓WHAT HAPPENED: The Trump administration has directed federal agencies to erase employees’ COVID-19 vaccine status from their records, including noncompliance with mandates and exemption requests.

👤WHO WAS INVOLVED: The Office of Personnel Management (OPM), federal agencies, and Feds For Freedom, a nonprofit representing 9,000 federal employees.

📍WHEN & WHERE: The directive is expected to be issued Friday, following a settlement announced Wednesday involving the Department of Justice (DOJ) and Feds For Freedom.

💬KEY QUOTE: “Things got out of hand during the pandemic, and federal workers were fired, punished, or sidelined for simply making a personal medical decision. That should never have happened.” – OPM Director Scott Kupor

🎯IMPACT: Federal agencies will no longer consider COVID-19 vaccine status in hiring, promotion, or disciplinary decisions, ensuring no lingering effects from prior mandates.

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According to a federal government memo, the Trump administration is finalizing the removal of a Biden government-era policy by directing federal agencies to scrub employees’ COVID-19 vaccine status from their records. The Office of Personnel Management (OPM) is set to issue a directive instructing agencies to delete any data related to vaccine compliance, exemption requests, or noncompliance with mandates.

The guidance also prohibits agencies from considering an individual’s COVID-19 vaccine status in hiring or employment decisions. “Thanks to President Trump’s leadership, we’re making sure the excesses of that era do not have lingering effects on federal workers,” OPM Director Scott Kupor stated.

The announcement follows a settlement reached Wednesday between the Department of Justice (DOJ) and the nonprofit Feds For Freedom, which sued over the Biden government’s vaccine mandate for federal workers. The group, representing 9,000 federal employees, had successfully obtained an injunction in 2022 that paused the federal vaccine mandate, which President Biden formally revoked in May 2023.

Biden’s original Executive Order, issued shortly after he took office in 2021, required federal workers to be vaccinated against COVID-19. Following the revocation, OPM issued guidance advising agencies to ensure that job postings no longer included compliance with the rescinded mandate as a requirement.

The new OPM memo reiterates and expands upon prior guidance, stating that federal agencies “may not use an individual’s COVID-19 vaccine status, history of noncompliance with prior COVID-19 vaccine mandates, or requests for exemptions from such mandates in any employment-related decisions, including but not limited to hiring, promotion, discipline, or termination.”

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Immigration
Lawfare

Appeals Court Throws Out Boasberg’s Contempt Ruling Against Trump.

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❓WHAT HAPPENED: A federal appeals court overturned a district judge’s contempt order against federal officials involved in the transport of Venezuelan migrants.

👤WHO WAS INVOLVED: Judges Gregory Katsas, Neomi Rao, and Cornelia Pillard, along with U.S. District Judge James Boasberg and Trump administration officials.

📍WHEN & WHERE: August 8, 2025, at the U.S. Court of Appeals for the District of Columbia Circuit.

💬KEY QUOTE: “The government is plainly correct about the merits of the criminal contempt, and our saying so now would prevent long disputes between the Executive and the Judiciary over difficult, contentious issues,” wrote Judge Gregory Katsas.

🎯IMPACT: The decision represents a significant victory for the Trump administration, underscoring judicial restraint in matters involving executive authority.

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A federal appeals court has overturned a district judge’s decision to pursue criminal contempt proceedings against federal officials. The case stemmed from an incident in March involving the transport of Venezuelan illegal immigrants to El Salvador, which U.S. District Court Judge James Boasberg argued violated his prior order barring the move.

Judges Gregory Katsas and Neomi Rao, both appointed by President Trump, ruled in favor of the Trump administration by setting aside the contempt order. Judge Cornelia Pillard, an Obama appointee, dissented, arguing that the contempt findings were justified.

In his concurring opinion, Katsas noted that the case highlights an “extraordinary, ongoing confrontation between the Executive and Judicial Branches.” He added that the decision would prevent prolonged disputes over contentious issues like judicial control of foreign policy and prosecution.

Judge Pillard, however, criticized the ruling, stating, “Our system of courts cannot long endure if disappointed litigants defy court orders with impunity rather than legally challenge them.” She emphasized the importance of accountability when court orders are disobeyed.

The ruling is seen as a major victory for the Trump White House, reinforcing constitutional executive authority in areas such as foreign policy and immigration enforcement.

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World

China’s Xi Speaks With Putin Ahead of Possible U.S.-Russia Summit.

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❓WHAT HAPPENED: Presidents Donald J. Trump and Vladimir Putin are set to hold their first face-to-face summit in the coming days, with discussions anticipated to address the Ukraine conflict. Prior to the summit, China’s Xi Jinping spoke with the Russian leader, suggesting pressure for a peace deal may be building.

👤WHO WAS INVOLVED: President Donald Trump, Vladimir Putin, and Xi Jinping.

📍WHEN & WHERE: The meeting between the American and Russian leaders could take place within days, following a phone call between Putin and Xi Jinping on Friday.

💬KEY QUOTE: “China welcomes Russia-US contacts, improving relations and advancing political settlement of Ukrainian crisis.” – Xi Jinping via CCTV

🎯IMPACT: The summit could potentially lead to progress in resolving the Ukraine crisis and impact ongoing sanctions and economic tensions.

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A possible face-to-face bilateral summit with U.S. President Donald J. Trump and Russian President Vladimir Putin appears to be gaining momentum toward realization. Putin discussed the matter with Chinese President Xi Jinping on a phone call today, suggesting the Russian overture could be more than a tactic to delay American secondary sanctions on Russia’s shadow oil fleet.

During their conversation, Putin updated Xi on recent communications between the U.S. and Russia. According to Chinese state broadcaster CCTV, Putin expressed a desire to maintain close coordination with China. Russian media echoed these sentiments. Xi, in turn, welcomed the dialogue between Russia and the U.S. and reiterated China’s support for efforts aimed at a political resolution to the Ukraine conflict.

“China welcomes Russia-US contacts, improving relations and advancing political settlement of Ukrainian crisis,” Xi Jinping was quoted as saying by CCTV. He further emphasized the importance of nuanced solutions to complex problems and reaffirmed China’s commitment to fostering dialogue to resolve regional disputes.

This call followed the Kremlin’s announcement on Thursday that Putin had reached out to Trump and requested to meet soon to discuss a potential end to the Ukraine war. Trump had previously set a Friday deadline for Russia to agree to a ceasefire, warning of expanded sanctions if no progress was made. It remains to be seen whether the summit will influence these plans or alter the U.S. approach to sanctions.

The Russian move follows President Trump’s announcement that the U.S. will increase tariffs on India to a total rate of 50 percent over the country’s continued purchase of Russian oil. While India and China remain regional rivals, China—facing economic strain at home—is likely seeking its own offramp from aiding Russia’s conflict in Ukraine.

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A Progressive Advocacy Group is Suing the DOJ and FBI for Epstein Records.

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❓WHAT HAPPENED: A far-left advocacy group filed a lawsuit against the Justice Department (DOJ) and FBI for records related to the Jeffrey Epstein investigation.

👤WHO WAS INVOLVED: Democracy Forward, the Justice Department, the FBI, and Jeffrey Epstein. President Trump and U.S. District Judge Robin Rosenberg are also mentioned.

📍WHEN & WHERE: The lawsuit was filed on Friday in federal court in Washington, D.C.

💬KEY QUOTE: “The court should intervene urgently to ensure the public has access to the information they need about this extraordinary situation,” said Skye Perryman, president and CEO of Democracy Forward.

🎯IMPACT: The case continues to draw public attention, with calls for transparency and questions about government handling of Epstein-related records.

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A far-left, progressive advocacy group, Democracy Forward, has filed a lawsuit against the Justice Department (DOJ) and the FBI, seeking records related to their handling of the Jeffrey Epstein sex trafficking investigation. The lawsuit, filed in federal court in Washington, D.C., is reportedly the first of its kind.

The group is requesting documents about communications between senior administration officials regarding Epstein, as well as any correspondence between Epstein and President Donald J. Trump. Democracy Forward claims their Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) requests submitted in late July have not been fulfilled.

Skye Perryman, president and CEO of Democracy Forward, said in a statement, “The court should intervene urgently to ensure the public has access to the information they need about this extraordinary situation.”

The Justice Department’s decision not to release additional documents related to the Epstein case last month has drawn significant public attention, particularly among online communities and conspiracy theorists. The Trump administration previously sought to unseal grand jury transcripts, but these efforts were denied by U.S. District Judge Robin Rosenberg, who ruled they did not meet federal law’s extraordinary exceptions for public release.

The House Oversight Committee has also subpoenaed the Justice Department for files on the investigation, as part of a broader probe into potential links between Epstein, Trump, and other officials. President Trump has denied prior knowledge of Epstein’s crimes and has stated he ended their relationship long ago.

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DOJ Launches Grand Jury Probe into Letitia James Over Anti-Trump Lawfare.

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❓WHAT HAPPENED: The Department of Justice convened a grand jury to investigate New York Attorney General Letitia James, focusing on possible deprivation of rights allegations.

👤WHO WAS INVOLVED: The DOJ, Letitia James, President Donald Trump, and the Trump Organization.

📍WHEN & WHERE: The investigation is being run out of Albany, New York, and subpoenas were issued this week.

🎯IMPACT: The investigation marks an escalation in Trump’s legal battles with James, who has previously secured a $454 million judgment against him.

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The Department of Justice (DOJ) has convened a grand jury to investigate New York Attorney General Letitia James (D). The investigation centers on whether James’ office caused a deprivation of legal rights under the color of law through its civil suits against President Donald J. Trump, his businesses, and the National Rifle Association (NRA). In addition, filings reveal the inquiry is being conducted out of Albany, New York, and subpoenas for documents, including information related to James’s civil fraud lawsuit against President Trump, were issued this week.

Letitia James, a Democrat who has been in office since 2018, has been a prominent figure in Democratic lawfare efforts against Trump. She successfully brought civil charges against him for business fraud in 2022, securing a $454 million judgment against the former president and his company. James has also been involved in lawfare challenging Trump administration policies and executive actions.

James’s office has not commented on the DOJ investigation. However, James’s past comments about seeking legal action against Trump, including a campaign pledge to pursue the America First leader legally, could prove damaging to the New York Democrat.

Tensions between Trump and James have been ongoing. Trump has criticized her on social media, calling her a “wacky crook” and demanding her resignation. In April, the Trump Federal Housing Finance Agency requested an investigation into James over mortgage fraud, which the DOJ also began investigating. James has denied the allegations.

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Economy

DATA: Trump’s Economy Outperforms Biden.

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❓WHAT HAPPENED: Newly released Census Bureau data shows all income groups in America advanced more during President Donald Trump’s first term than during the Biden government.

👤WHO WAS INVOLVED: Stephen Moore, The Heritage Foundation, President Donald J. Trump, and the Census Bureau.

📍WHEN & WHERE: Data presented in the Oval Office on Thursday, August 7, 2025.

💬KEY QUOTE: “Every income group did better under Trump than Biden — by a wide margin.” – Economist Stephen Moore

🎯IMPACT: The data highlights significant income inequality under Biden and reinforces Trump’s economic achievements.

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Economic data compiled by the U.S. Census Bureau have revealed that President Donald J. Trump‘s Make America Great Again agenda spurred economic advancement across all income groups during his first term in office, outpacing the results under the former Biden government. The data was presented publicly for the first time on Thusday in the Oval Office by Stephen Moore, a senior visiting fellow in economics at The Heritage Foundation.

The data examines Americans as three distinct income groups: lower income (bottom 25 percent of earners), middle income (middle 50 percent), and upper income (top 25 percent). “What I find fascinating about this, Mr. President, is every income group did better,” said Moore, adding: “The rich were the only group that did better under Biden, which is ironic because Biden keeps saying he was trying to get rid of income inequality. He made income inequality worse, not better. It was President Trump that reduced income inequality.”

Moore broke the data down in terms of dollars, as well. The lower third income bracket saw an estimated annual revenue gain of $4,000 during Trump’s first term. Similarly, the middle third of earners saw a $6,400 increase in income. Meanwhile, the wealthiest third saw $10,000 more per year by the end of Trump’s first term.

According to Moore, Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) data suggests similar economic effects are already underway in Trump’s second term. The BLS data shows that in the first five months of Trump’s second term, the average household’s income increased by an inflation-adjusted $1,174.

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Trump Will Host These Two Nations for a Historic Peace Accord Today.

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❓WHAT HAPPENED: President Donald J. Trump will host a peace signing ceremony at the White House for Armenia and Azerbaijan.

👤WHO WAS INVOLVED: President Donald J. Trump, Azerbaijani President Ilham Aliyev, and Armenian Prime Minister Nikol Pashinyan.

📍WHEN & WHERE: August 8 at the White House.

💬KEY QUOTE: “I am very proud of these courageous Leaders for doing the right thing for the Great People of Armenia and Azerbaijan. It will be a Historic Day for Armenia, Azerbaijan, the United States, and, THE WORLD.” – Donald Trump

🎯IMPACT: The ceremony aims to end decades of conflict and pursue economic opportunities in the South Caucasus region.

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President Donald J. Trump announced that he will host a peace agreement signing between Armenia and Azerbaijan at the White House on August 8, marking a major diplomatic breakthrough in the decades-long conflict between the two nations. Taking to TRUTH Social on Thursday evening, Trump wrote: “These two Nations have been at War for many years, resulting in the deaths of thousands of people. Many Leaders have tried to end the War, with no success, until now, thanks to ‘TRUMP.'”

The conflict between Armenia and Azerbaijan, which dates back to the late 1980s, centers on the Nagorno-Karabakh region, an area internationally recognized as part of Azerbaijan but populated largely by ethnic Armenians. Tensions flared as the Soviet Union collapsed, leading to full-scale wars and recurring violence over the years. Both nations were previously part of the USSR.

Armenia, which Russia largely backs, has accused Azerbaijan, primarily supported by Turkey and Israel, of war crimes and ethnic cleansing, along with several NGOs like the American Freedom House, which published a report last year after more than 100,000 ethnic Armenians fled the area in 2023.

Trump revealed that Azerbaijani President Ilham Aliyev and Armenian Prime Minister Nikol Pashinyan will join him at the White House for the signing ceremony. He also announced that the United States will enter into bilateral agreements with both countries in addition to the peace accord.

“The United States will also sign Bilateral Agreements with both Countries to pursue Economic opportunities together, so we can fully unlock the potential of the South Caucasus Region,” Trump stated. “I am very proud of these courageous Leaders for doing the right thing for the Great People of Armenia and Azerbaijan. It will be a Historic Day for Armenia, Azerbaijan, the United States, and, THE WORLD.”

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