The Venezuelan criminal organization Tren de Aragua has spread its violent influence to 16 states across the U.S., according to a Department of Homeland Security (DHS) memo. The gang, known for its brutality, has recently established operations in Washington, D.C., Virginia, Montana, and Wyoming, adding to its existing presence in major states such as Texas, California, Florida, and Colorado.
A report from the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) revealed that Iran has significantly increased its stockpile of uranium enriched to 60% purity, nearing weapons-grade levels. As of October 26, Iran possesses approximately 400 pounds of uranium at 60% purity - enough to produce four nuclear bombs. This marks a 40-pound increase since August.
President-elect Donald Trump announced that former acting U.S. Attorney General Matthew Whitaker has been nominated for the role of U.S. Ambassador to the North Atlantic Treaty Organization (NATO).
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu announced Tuesday a $5 million reward per hostage for Palestinians who assist in securing the release of Israelis held by Hamas in Gaza. The offer aims to incentivize cooperation from those seeking to escape Gaza’s conflict zones, which have been the site of intense fighting for over a year.
Haitian migrants in Springfield, Ohio, are reportedly leaving the town in response to fears of deportation following Donald Trump’s election as president. The small city of 60,000 has seen an influx of 15,000 to 20,000 Haitian migrants over the past four years under federal Temporary Protected Status (TPS).