Sunday, March 08
The US is deploying an "armada" towards Iran, President Trump announced, as tensions escalate over Tehran's crackdown on protesters and its nuclear program. While hoping the military show of force won't be necessary, Trump issued renewed warnings. Iran, meanwhile, asserts its readiness to retaliate against any US aggression, with both sides disputing protest death tolls amid an ongoing internet blackout.
Elon Musk’s offhand joke at Davos about Trump’s “Board of Peace” sparked wider debate after he questioned whether “peace” meant diplomacy or territorial ambition. The remark, framed as wordplay, drew attention to ongoing scepticism around Trump’s foreign policy rhetoric and its global reception.
Russia reiterated its demand for Ukrainian forces to withdraw from Donbas ahead of trilateral talks in the UAE. Despite increased diplomatic efforts, both nations remain divided over territorial control, with Russia currently occupying 20% of Ukraine. The ongoing conflict saw Russian drone attacks kill four people overnight in eastern Ukraine.
During a high-profile ceremony at Davos, President Trump's visibly bruised hand ignited fresh discussions about his health transparency. The White House quickly explained the marks were due to a minor mishap with a table and that daily aspirin intake, which he increased for blood thinning, could lead to more bruising.
