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‘Made the Biggest Mistake’: The Young Yemeni Men Lured Into the Russian Army With Empty Promises. AI-Generated.
For dozens of young Yemeni men struggling to survive amid years of war, poverty, and displacement, the offer sounded like a lifeline. Recruiters promised stable salaries, legal residency, and a path to a better future if they joined the Russian army. Instead, many now say they were deceived—thrown into a brutal conflict far from home with little training, few protections, and no way out.
By Aarif Lashari24 days ago in The Swamp
Trump Says ‘Help Is on Its Way’ as He Urges People in Iran to ‘Keep Protesting’ and ‘Take Over’ Their Institutions. AI-Generated.
Former US President Donald Trump has sparked fresh controversy after publicly urging people in Iran to “keep protesting” and to “take over” their institutions, while declaring that “help is on its way.” His remarks, delivered through public statements and amplified on social media, have immediately drawn global attention, raising questions about foreign interference, escalation, and the real-world consequences of such rhetoric.
By Aarif Lashari24 days ago in The Swamp
Iran Foreign Minister Claims Protest Unrest Has ‘Come Under Total Control’. AI-Generated.
Iran’s foreign minister has claimed that the wave of protests that swept across the country has now “come under total control,” signaling what authorities describe as a return to stability after weeks of unrest. The statement, made during a public appearance and echoed by state media, comes amid continued skepticism from activists and human rights groups who say tensions remain high despite a visible reduction in street demonstrations.
By Aarif Lashari25 days ago in The Swamp
Starmer Has Kept Trump on Side — But Is It Coming Back to Bite Him?. AI-Generated.
UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer has so far managed something many global leaders struggle to achieve: keeping Donald Trump broadly on side. Through careful language, diplomatic restraint, and an emphasis on shared interests, Starmer has avoided direct confrontation with the former—and potentially future—US president. But as Trump’s influence over American politics resurges, questions are growing over whether this strategy is becoming a political liability at home and abroad.
By Aarif Lashari27 days ago in The Swamp
Service Door of Crans-Montana Bar Where 40 Died in Fire Was Locked From Inside, Owner Says. AI-Generated.
A devastating fire at a bar in the Swiss resort town of Crans-Montana that claimed the lives of 40 people has taken a troubling turn, after the bar’s owner said a key service door was locked from the inside during the blaze. The revelation has intensified scrutiny of safety procedures, emergency exits, and possible negligence, as investigators work to determine how one of Switzerland’s deadliest nightlife fires in decades unfolded so catastrophically.
By Aarif Lashari27 days ago in The Swamp
US Urges Its Citizens to Flee Venezuela Amid Reports of Paramilitaries. AI-Generated.
The United States has issued a strong warning urging its citizens to immediately leave Venezuela, citing growing security risks and alarming reports of armed paramilitary groups operating across the country. The advisory, released by the US State Department, reflects escalating concern over the deteriorating safety situation as political instability, armed violence, and lawlessness intensify.
By Aarif Lashari27 days ago in Education
Trump News at a Glance: Death of Renee Good at Hands of ICE Sparks Nationwide Protests. AI-Generated.
The reported death of Renee Good during an encounter involving US Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) has sparked widespread protests across the United States, becoming a flashpoint in the already heated national debate over immigration enforcement, policing, and government accountability. According to initial reports circulating in US media and activist networks, Good’s death occurred during an ICE operation, prompting immediate outrage and calls for transparency.
By Aarif Lashari27 days ago in The Swamp
US and Allies Strike Islamic State in Syria After Attack That Killed Three Americans. AI-Generated.
The United States and its allies have launched targeted airstrikes against Islamic State (IS) positions in Syria following a deadly attack that killed three American service members. The operation marks a sharp escalation in the ongoing campaign against the extremist group and underscores Washington’s determination to respond forcefully when its personnel are targeted abroad.
By Aarif Lashari27 days ago in The Swamp
Iran Medics Describe Overwhelmed Hospitals as Protests Continue. AI-Generated.
As protests continue across Iran, medical workers are describing hospitals pushed beyond capacity, struggling to treat a growing number of injured patients amid ongoing unrest. Doctors, nurses, and emergency responders say the influx of wounded protesters and bystanders has placed unprecedented strain on already fragile healthcare systems.
By Aarif Lashari27 days ago in The Swamp
Greenland Claims: How Close Have NATO Members Come to Fighting Each Other?. AI-Generated.
Recent claims and rhetoric surrounding Greenland have reignited an uncomfortable question for the Western alliance: how close have NATO members come to open confrontation with one another? While NATO is built on collective defense and mutual trust, history shows that unity has at times been tested—sometimes severely.
By Aarif Lashari28 days ago in Longevity
Trump’s Warning Looms Over Iran Protests Response. AI-Generated.
As protests spread across Iran, the response from authorities is unfolding under the shadow of renewed warnings from former US President Donald Trump, whose rhetoric has once again entered the global spotlight. While Iran’s leadership insists that demonstrations are driven by foreign manipulation, Trump’s statements have complicated an already volatile situation, influencing both internal decision-making and international perceptions.
By Aarif Lashari28 days ago in The Swamp
Internet Blackout After Huge Iran Marches as Supreme Leader Says Protesters Are ‘Trying to Please Trump’. AI-Generated.
Iran imposed a widespread internet blackout following some of the largest public marches seen in recent years, cutting off millions of people from online communication as protests spread across major cities. The move came shortly after Iran’s Supreme Leader accused demonstrators of acting to “please Trump,” framing the unrest as foreign-driven rather than domestically motivated.
By Aarif Lashari28 days ago in The Swamp
