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American Military News
21-05-2025
- Politics
- American Military News
Video: Trump awards first ‘Medals of Sacrifice' to 3 cops killed in Florida
President Donald Trump awarded the first 'Medals of Sacrifice' on Monday to three Florida law enforcement officials who were killed in the line of duty last November. During a presentation of the medals, Trump said, 'We award the first ever Medals of Sacrifice to three heroic law enforcement officers from Palm Beach County, Florida.' .@POTUS: "We award the first ever Medals of Sacrifice to three heroic law enforcement officers from Palm Beach County, Florida… Earlier today, @RepBrianMast introduced a bill to ensure this new medal will be awarded to any law enforcement officer or first responder who gives… — Rapid Response 47 (@RapidResponse47) May 19, 2025 According to The Post Millennial, Trump awarded the medals to Palm Beach County Cpl. Luis Paez, Jr, Deputy Sheriff Ralph 'Butch' Waller Jr., and Deputy Sheriff Ignacio 'Dan' Diaz. The Post Millennial reported that Trump described the three law enforcement officials as 'really close friends and colleagues' who 'dedicated their lives to protecting the people of Palm Beach County and well beyond.' 'They were beloved by everyone and respected by all,' Trump said. 'Really, really top of the line people.' Trump explained that the three Florida police officers were killed in a 'horrific accident' in November that involved an SUV hitting them while they were helping restart a motorcycle on the side of the road. The president said he was 'deeply honored to attend their memorial service last year.' 'To all of those who loved these brave men, we are deeply sorry for your loss and eternally grateful for their sacrifice, their great sacrifice,' Trump added. 'We will never forget their legacy, and we will never forget the debt we owe all of these great law enforcement heroes who have given their lives to keep our community safe and make America strong again.' READ MORE: Medal of Honor recipient reenlists with US Marines In a Monday press release, Rep. Brian Mast (R-Fla.) announced that he had introduced a new bill in the U.S. House of Representatives, the 'Medal of Sacrifice Act,' which would authorize the president to 'present an official medal to local, state, or federal law enforcement officers and first responders who are killed in the line of duty.' 'Every day, law enforcement officers and first responders risk their lives while protecting our communities,' Mast said in Monday's press release. 'While we will never be able to truly thank the officers we have lost, this medal is a small way to express our eternal gratitude to those heroes and their loved ones. Their courage and sacrifice will never be forgotten.' According to Fox 13, Trump explained that his administration is considering the possibility of awarding medals to other law enforcement officials and first responders who previously died in the line of duty. 'We're looking at going back a little bit and see what we can do about that,' the president said.
American Military News
15-05-2025
- Business
- American Military News
Videos: Trump, Qatar sign major declaration, $200 billion deal
President Donald Trump and Qatari Emir Tamim bin Hamad bin Khalifa Al Thani signed a 'joint declaration of cooperation' between the United States and Qatar on Wednesday as part of the president's visit to Doha, which is the capital of Qatar. A video shared on X, formerly Twitter, by the White House's Rapid Response 47 account shows the 47th president signing the joint declaration during a ceremony with Qatari officials. In a caption to the video, Rapid Response 47 tweeted, '@POTUS and the Emir of Qatar sign a joint declaration of cooperation between the two countries.' .@POTUS and the Emir of Qatar sign a joint declaration of cooperation between the two countries 🇺🇸🤝🇶🇦 — Rapid Response 47 (@RapidResponse47) May 14, 2025 Following the signing of the joint declaration of cooperation, Trump told reporters, 'This has been a very interesting couple of hours.' Trump explained that he discussed world matters such as the war between Russia and Ukraine, and developments with Iran, with Emir Tamim bin Hamad bin Khalifa Al Thani during Wednesday's meeting. The president noted that Qatar's Emir has been a 'tremendous help in so many different ways.' 'We certainly discussed Iran, where it's been an interesting situation, I think it's gonna work out. One way or another, it's going to work out,' Trump told reporters. READ MORE: Trump to accept historic gift as potential Air Force One replacement: Report According to The Hill, the signing of the joint declaration of cooperation came on the same day that Qatar Airways signed an agreement to purchase 160 jets from Boeing. The Post Millennial reported that Qatar's Boeing deal is worth more than $200 billion. 'So it's over $200 billion but 160 in terms of the jets, that's fantastic,' Trump said on Wednesday. The president described the $200 billion deal as a 'record' for Boeing and encouraged Boeing CEO Kelly Ortberg to 'get those planes out there.' During Wednesday's public comments, Trump praised Qatar for the 'incredible' achievements of the nation.' 'You just take a look at what you have here,' Trump said. 'It's been incredible what you've been able to build as a nation. And we're with you all the way, and you know that.' .@POTUS in Qatar: "We're with you all the way." — Rapid Response 47 (@RapidResponse47) May 14, 2025
Time of India
14-05-2025
- Politics
- Time of India
Ahmad al-Sharaa: Trump calls Syrian President ‘attractive, tough'. He was once was a designated US terrorist and had ties with Al Qaeda
Trump calls Syrian leader 'young, attractive' — RapidResponse47 (@RapidResponse47) ADVERTISEMENT ADVERTISEMENT ADVERTISEMENT Trump-Syrian leader meet stuns world US President Donald Trump met with Syria's interim president Ahmad al-Sharaa in Riyadh and urged him to normalise with Israel after offering a major boost to the war-ravaged country by vowing to lift sanctions. Trump on Wednesday became the first US President in 25 years to meet a Syrian leader, an erstwhile Islamist guerrilla and onetime jihadist who had been on a US wanted list and led the overthrow of Bashar al-Assad in meeting on the sidelines of a Gulf Cooperation Council summit represents a significant turn for Syria as it attempts to chart a new course after 50 years of al-Assad dynasty's aboard Air Force One en route to Qatar, Trump poured praise on Sharaa, saying the meeting went "great" and describing the leader as a "young, attractive guy. Tough guy. Strong past. Very strong past. Fighter."Trump also said that al-Sharaa has a "Strong past, very strong past — fighter. He's got a real shot at holding it together." The meeting, on the sidelines of Trump's summit with Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) leaders in Riyadh, represents a significant shift for Syria, which is attempting to chart a new path after Bashar al-Assad's abrupt fall from power last asked whether Sharaa had agreed to join the Abraham Accords and normalize relations with Israel, Trump said: 'I told him, 'I hope you'll join once things are sorted out,' and he said yes. But they still have a lot of work to do.'According to the White House, Trump also urged Sharaa to deport Palestinian militants, expel foreign fighters from the country, and assume control of camps holding captured Islamic State fighters—facilities currently managed by Kurdish forces that are opposed by Turkey. He also urged Sharaa to help the US in its mission to fight Islamic State and deal with the country's remaining chemical weapons stock.'[I am] ordering the cessation of sanctions against Syria to give them a fresh start,' Trump told the conference of the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC)after his meeting with Sharaa. 'It gives them a chance for greatness. The sanctions were really crippling, very powerful.'Turkey and Saudi Arabia have both supported reconciliation with Syria, but the move further strains relations between Trump and Israel, which remains deeply skeptical of Sharaa and has intensified its military strikes against Syria to weaken the military capabilities of its longstanding its part, Syria's Foreign Ministry said Trump and al-Sharaa discussed how the US and Syria could partner to fight groups such as the so-called Islamic State (IS) group that threaten the stability of the region. In Damascus, thousands across several cities cheered in the streets and set off fireworks on Tuesday night to celebrate the end of the sanctions, hopeful that their nation, long locked out of the global financial system, might rejoin the world's cordial interaction — and Trump's remarks about a former al Qaeda-linked leader — surprised many and drew criticism from US allies, including Israel, according to Reuters. Sharaa, who was imprisoned by the US in Iraq for five years and once led al Qaeda's official Syrian branch, broke away from the group in 2016 and later overthrew Bashar al-Assad in an unexpected offensive in was for years the leader of al Qaeda's official wing in the Syrian conflict, according to Reuters. He first joined the group in Iraq, where he spent five years in a US prison. The United States removed a $10 million bounty on his head in posted on Saudi state television showed them shaking hands in the presence of Saudi Arabia's Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman, also known as also said that Israel was not sidelined by his trip to the Gulf and that good US relations with those countries is good for Israel. 'This is good for Israel,' Trump told reporters onboard Air Force One. 'Having a relationship like I have with these countries … I think it's very good for Israel.'Trump urged Sharaa to follow the path of the United Arab Emirates, Bahrain, and Morocco — all of which normalised ties with Israel under the US-brokered Abraham Accords. The Trump administration is now exploring normalising relations with Syria, starting with this high-profile meeting.'If we can bring peace and opportunity to a place like Syria, that's good for the world,' Trump said. The move could position Syria to eventually join the Abraham Accords, though Israeli officials have not welcomed the outreach. The Israeli prime minister's office did not immediately respond to requests for comment.(With inputs from Reuters)
Newsweek
13-05-2025
- Politics
- Newsweek
Donald Trump Salutes Saudi Arabian Generals During Riyadh Visit
Based on facts, either observed and verified firsthand by the reporter, or reported and verified from knowledgeable sources. Newsweek AI is in beta. Translations may contain inaccuracies—please refer to the original content. President Donald Trump saluted Saudi Arabian generals as they lined up to greet him during his visit to Riyadh, the first stop in his four-day tour of the Middle East. There has been a discussion in recent years about the proper etiquette for presidents saluting the military, particularly those from other nations. A returned salute by Trump to a North Korean general during his first term sparked criticism, with some saying he should not have shown respect to a hostile nation. Others said it was courteous to return the gesture. Trump is leading a large delegation of top officials from his administration and leaders in the business world, as he seeks to discuss peace in the Middle East and improving trade and investment. .@POTUS greets Saudi officials at the Royal Court in Riyadh — Rapid Response 47 (@RapidResponse47) May 13, 2025 This is a developing article and more information will be added soon.
Int'l Business Times
07-05-2025
- Business
- Int'l Business Times
Bitcoin, $XRP, Other Altcoins Pump On Trump's Upcoming 'Big Announcement' Before Middle East Trip
Trump said the news will be one of the biggest announcements yet in many years 'about a certain subject' Some $XRP users were quick to speculate that his announcement may be 'bullish for crypto' Other crypto users don't think the news will be related to $XRP or crypto at all Grok suggested it could be related to the Abraham Accords or a hostage exchange deal in Gaza Crypto prices pumped after Trump's comments, including $BTC, $XRP, and $ADA The cryptocurrency market climbed over the weekend after U.S. President Donald Trump hinted at huge news before he leaves for the Middle East, with Bitcoin and other major altcoins leading the rally. Trump didn't provide details about the news, but some crypto users are already expecting that it may have a positive impact on the industry. Trump Teases Huge Announcement President Trump, who has seen increasing criticism over his handling of the economy, specifically his global tariffs, on Sunday said his administration will deliver a "very, very big announcement," and it will be "as big as it gets." Trump told reporters that the big news to come ahead of his visit to the United Arab Emirates and Qatar will be "very positive." 🚨 @POTUS says he will have a "very, very big announcement to make" before he departs for the Middle East: "It'll be one of the most important announcements that has been made in many years about a certain subject." — Rapid Response 47 (@RapidResponse47) May 6, 2025 "It'll be one of the most important announcements that has been made in many years about a certain subject," he added. $XRP Users Excited for Upcoming News Despite a lack of details from the Trump administration regarding what the big news will be, many crypto users, especially XRP holders, were ecstatic. Jack the Rippler, a prominent figure in the XRP Army, said it's possible Trump's upcoming announcement "could be bullish for crypto." One user said he "wouldn't be shocked if $XRP's on the radar" regarding the upcoming announcement, given how the Republican president has been "warming up to crypto heavy lately." Man's been warming up to crypto heavy lately… wouldn't be shocked if $XRP's on the radar. — X Finance Bull (@Xfinancebull) May 6, 2025 Other XRP holders had similar posts, but some are quite sure the announcement won't be related to cryptocurrency at all. Please let's not everyone start turning this into crypto hype again. Every time he says something or hints at an announcement everyone assumes it has something to do wit crypto. 98% chance it has nothing to do with digital assets. Let's just wait and see though. — GrimmReaper (@jgrimm5) May 6, 2025 Despite divided opinions over Trump's upcoming news, crypto prices still reacted positively, led by the king of all cryptocurrency, Bitcoin. $BTC, $XRP, Altcoins Pump in Anticipation CoinGecko data showed that Bitcoin was up over 3% in the day and was trading at around $97,200 from trading as low as $94,500 earlier in the day. Ethereum and XRP were also up in the day, both representing a nearly 2% surge following Trump's comments. Cardano (ADA) saw the biggest jump, with a 3.8% spike in the last 24 hours. Solana (SOL) and BNB were also pumping, with 2.5% and 1.1% price increases, respectively. Crypto prices late May 6, 2025 CoinGecko Grok Suggests News Won't Involve Crypto Meanwhile, X users are speculating on what the news will be, and Grok, Elon Musk-owned xAI's AI chatbot, is being asked all over the social platform what he thinks the announcement will be – unfortunately, it's not really big news for crypto users. According to the popular AI assistant, the news will possibly be related to Middle East-related issues, at least based on recent developments. The AI bot said it could potentially be a hostage exchange deal in the Gaza war, a development around global policies on Iran, or "expanding the Abraham Accords," a series of agreements around the diplomatic relations between Israel and some Arab jurisdictions. Trump will visit the UAE and Qatar early next week.
