The White House has strongly reacted to a leaked Signal chat, published by The Atlantic’s editor-in-chief, Jeffrey Goldberg, which reportedly contained discussions about attacks on Yemen.

Former President Donald Trump dismissed the report as a “conspiratorial effort” and labeled The Atlantic a “failed magazine.”

Goldberg defended the publication, stating that no classified information was disclosed and that the decision to publish was made in response to allegations from the Trump administration. Meanwhile, U.S. authorities are investigating how the journalist was mistakenly added to the chat group.

A U.S. intelligence report has identified India, alongside China, as a ‘state accomplice’ in supplying precursor chemicals for illicit fentanyl production. The report, released Tuesday, highlights India’s role in providing raw materials to criminal organizations involved in manufacturing synthetic opioids. Fentanyl is the deadliest drug in the U.S., responsible for over 52,000 deaths in the 12 months leading up to October 2024. The assessment places India as the second-largest supplier after China.

The U.S. Department of Homeland Security (DHS) announced a temporary suspension of green card applications for certain refugees and asylum seekers due to additional screening measures. The directive from U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) will impact refugees and those seeking protection through immigration courts. Asylum seekers must prove they were persecuted due to their race, religion, or political beliefs.

As part of a nationwide ICE operation, over 10,000 immigrants were arrested across the United States. By March 9, more than 46,000 detainees were held, nearly 50% of whom had no criminal record. In December 2024, New York City reached a $92.5 million settlement for unlawfully detaining immigrants. A class-action lawsuit claimed that the city violated the law by detaining immigrants beyond their release dates based on ICE requests. As a result, affected individuals could receive up to $10,000 in compensation.

On Tuesday, Russia expressed interest in signing a new agreement to ensure the security of maritime traffic in the Black Sea. However, it stipulated that the US must instruct Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky to comply.

According to a White House statement, following technical-level discussions in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, the US and Russia have agreed to ensure safe navigation in the Black Sea.

The deal includes:
• Restoring Russia’s agricultural and fertilizer exports
• Reducing maritime insurance costs
• Easing access to ports and financial transactions

As part of the agreement, Russia and Ukraine will be prohibited from attacking each other’s energy facilities.

The Trump administration admitted that officials had mistakenly included journalist Jeffrey Goldberg in a group chat discussing upcoming US airstrikes on the Houthis in Yemen. As a result, Goldberg learned about the attack hours before it happened. The chat reportedly included multiple cabinet members, Vice President JD Vance, and Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth.

A mass shooting in New Mexico, USA, left three people dead and 15 others injured. The victims included two 19-year-olds and a 16-year-old. Authorities have not yet released their names, and no arrests have been made. Law enforcement agencies are actively investigating the incident.

The Trump administration has announced the revocation of legal status for over 500,000 immigrants residing in the U.S. A proclamation set for March 25 will terminate their legal residency 30 days after its publication. This decision affects around 532,000 immigrants from Cuba, Haiti, Nicaragua, and Venezuela, who had entered the U.S. under the CHNV program launched by President Joe Biden in 2022.

White House Press Secretary Caroline Levitt stated that President Donald Trump fully supports Israel’s renewed air and ground assault on Gaza.

Since Tuesday, Israeli forces—backed by Trump’s administration—have killed nearly 700 Palestinians. Trump also warned Hamas that unless all hostages are released, they will “pay a heavy price.”

Tensions between the U.S. and China have escalated under Donald Trump’s administration. A report by The New York Times claimed that Elon Musk was scheduled to brief the Pentagon on potential military conflict with China. However, Trump dismissed the claim, stating that the meeting had no connection to China. U.S. Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth posted on X, clarifying that the agenda focused on “innovation, efficiency, and smart manufacturing.”

Former U.S. President Donald Trump signed an executive order on Thursday aimed at shutting down the Department of Education and transferring educational responsibilities back to state and local governments. The department, which currently employs around 4,400 staff members and operates with an annual budget of approximately $79 billion, serves over 50 million students nationwide. Educators and teachers’ unions have opposed the decision, arguing that the federal government has historically played a crucial role in American education.

Former U.S. President Donald Trump has sent a letter to Iran’s Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, setting a two-month deadline for reaching a nuclear agreement. Khamenei condemned Trump’s ultimatum as “bullying tactics.” Iran’s Foreign Ministry stated that the letter is still under review and a response is being prepared. Trump remarked, “We cannot allow Iran to possess nuclear weapons. While I prefer a peace agreement, other options remain on the table.”

Following his conversation with Russian President Vladimir Putin, former U.S. President Donald Trump spoke with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky. Trump shared on Truth Social, “The discussion was very good. We are on the right track.” He mentioned that much of the conversation was based on his previous call with Putin, aimed at aligning both Russia’s and Ukraine’s requests and needs. The BBC reported that the call between Trump and Zelensky lasted for an hour. Meanwhile, Putin recently agreed to pause attacks on Ukraine’s energy infrastructure for 30 days but did not agree to a full ceasefire.

The Trump administration is set to lay off over 1,500 scientists and researchers from the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) to reduce government spending. A congressional report reveals that only a few may be transferred to other agencies, while most will lose their jobs. The EPA currently employs around 1,700 scientists, but Trump has proposed cutting 65% of its workforce. Democratic lawmakers have strongly criticized the move, accusing Trump of trying to dismantle science after previously politicizing it. Source: AP

In an attempt to end the Russia-Ukraine war, former U.S. President Donald Trump held a nearly two-hour phone conversation with Russian President Vladimir Putin. According to CNN, the discussion aimed to persuade Putin to agree to a 30-day temporary ceasefire and make concessions, including withdrawing Russian troops from occupied Ukrainian territories. However, Putin was reportedly reluctant to accept the proposal. Trump also hinted at allowing Russia to retain control over Ukrainian land, including the Zaporizhzhia nuclear power plant.