When Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad al-Thani of Qatar hosts President Trump for a lavish dinner in Doha, it marks a significant shift in relations after Trump previously criticized Qatar as a terrorism funder. The dinner coincides with discussions about a potential luxury jetliner gift for Trump, raising ethical concerns among critics, including Senate Democrats and some Trump supporters, who argue it contradicts his “America First” stance. Despite the backlash, Trump defends accepting the gift, emphasizing its importance as a business win while Qatar aims to improve its global image following its role in recent geopolitical events.
Full Article
Iran captures 9 suspected Mossad spies in southwestern Bushehr province – Middle East Monitor
Iranian authorities arrested nine individuals in Bushehr for suspected ties to the Israeli intelligence agency Mossad and involvement in activities meant to incite public disorder. This follows escalating tensions after Israel's airstrikes on June 13, which resulted in significant casualties on both sides, with Iran reporting 430 deaths and hundreds injured from the attacks. Explain It To Me Like I'm 5: Some people in Iran were arrested because they were thought to be helping another...
Read more