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President Trump announced that he will lift U.S. sanctions on Turkey imposed under the Countering America's Adversaries Through Sanctions Act (CAATSA), signaling a major shift in Washington's policy toward Ankara. The law was enacted to deter countries from engaging in significant defense and commercial ties with U.S. adversaries, including Iran, Russia, and North Korea.
"We're going to be taking the sanctions off," Mr. Trump told reporters. "It's time to do that. We don't want to sanction friends. It's very simple."
Meanwhile, alliance leaders are seeking to demonstrate that Europe is stepping up its military capabilities as Washington shifts its strategic focus away from defending the continent. The two-day summit will highlight multibillion-dollar defense initiatives designed to convince Mr. Trump that Europe is shouldering a greater share of the security burden, strengthening both the continent and NATO.
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NIGEL FARAGE Resigns Reform leader Nigel Farage has announced he is
resigning as the MP for Clacton,
Reform leader Nigel Farage has dramatically resigned as MP for Clacton, triggering a by-election in the constituency he now intends to contest once again.
His resignation comes as pressure mounts over his finances after it emerged he accepted a £5 million donation from Reform backer and billionaire businessman Christopher Harborne. The donation is now the subject of a parliamentary standards investigation, raising fresh questions over Farage's financial dealings.
Farage has rejected any suggestion of wrongdoing, insisting the £5 million was an "unconditional" gift from Harborne and maintaining he has "absolutely obeyed" the rules governing MPs' conduct.
7/7/2026
Explosions injure 18 in Damascus during Macron's visit.
DAMASCUS — Two explosions rocked the Syrian capital on Tuesday near the hotel where French President Emmanuel Macron is staying during a visit for talks with Syrian President Ahmed al-Sharaa.
The blasts occurred shortly after Macron's motorcade departed the hotel, although it was not immediately clear whether the explosions were linked to his visit.
In a post on X following the incident, Macron confirmed his visit would continue, praising the "aspiration" of the Syrian people.
"This morning I met Syria in all its diversity. I saw dignity, courage and determination," he wrote. "My visit continues."
The Élysée Palace said Macron was safe and that his schedule would proceed as planned.