-
On December 5, 2025, at the Kennedy Center in Washington DC, FIFA President Gianni Infantino awarded US President Donald Trump the inaugural FIFA Peace Prize, recognizing his efforts to promote peace and unity globally. The ceremony coincided with the 2026 FIFA World Cup draw, hosted across the US, Mexico, and Canada. The prize, a departure from FIFA's traditional sports focus, sparked controversy due to Infantino's close ties with Trump and ongoing political tensions.
-
U.S. senators are pushing a bill to designate Russia as a state sponsor of terrorism, citing allegations of kidnapping nearly 20,000 Ukrainian children and forcibly transferring them to Russia. The move aims to increase sanctions and prevent Russian officials from entering the U.S. amid ongoing conflict. The bill reflects growing international concern over war crimes and child abductions in Ukraine.
-
On the 24th anniversary of 9/11, families, officials, and dignitaries gather in New York, Pennsylvania, and Virginia for memorials. The day includes moments of silence, reading of victims' names, and security measures amid political tensions and recent violence. The attacks' impact remains profound today.
-
King Charles III welcomes Donald Trump for his second state visit at Windsor Castle, featuring military ceremonies, a banquet, and diplomatic meetings aimed at strengthening UK-US relations amid global tensions. The visit emphasizes Britain’s use of royal diplomacy to reinforce alliances.
-
The UK and US are set to announce a trade agreement focusing on science, technology, civil nuclear cooperation, and defense. The visit by President Trump includes high-level meetings, security preparations, and plans for billions in new investments, emphasizing strengthening bilateral ties and economic cooperation.
-
In October 2025, Prince William discussed his future reign, emphasizing measured change and protecting his children from media intrusion during an Apple TV+ interview at Windsor Castle. He also reflected on family health challenges. Concurrently, President Trump completed a state visit to the UK, marked by royal pageantry and discussions on US-UK diplomatic and tech investment ties.
-
On September 29, 2025, Donald Trump delivered a speech at the UN, criticizing the organization’s effectiveness and global policies. His speech was marked by technical issues, including a broken escalator and malfunctioning teleprompter, which he used to highlight perceived shortcomings of the UN. He also addressed international conflicts, NATO, and Russia’s energy trade, urging Europe to increase pressure on Moscow.
-
On September 23, 2025, during his UN General Assembly speech in New York, President Donald Trump and First Lady Melania experienced a stalled escalator, teleprompter failure, and sound issues. Trump alleged these were deliberate acts of sabotage by UN staff, demanding an investigation. UN officials attributed the escalator stop to a safety mechanism triggered inadvertently by a US videographer.
-
Multiple drone sightings near Danish airports, including Aalborg and Copenhagen, have led to flight cancellations and airspace closures. Authorities link these incidents to suspected Russian activity, raising concerns over critical infrastructure security across Europe. The situation remains under investigation as Denmark and neighboring countries respond to the threat.
-
Barron Trump, 19, recently moved from NYU to the White House to attend classes at the DC campus. Reports of social difficulties at NYU contrast with Trump’s claims of his son doing well. Trump’s social media and political activities, including TikTok involvement, are also highlighted. The story reflects ongoing debates over youth engagement and political influence.
-
On October 10, 2025, First Lady Melania Trump announced that eight children displaced by Russia's 2022 invasion of Ukraine were reunited with their families following months of back-channel talks with President Vladimir Putin. The dialogue began after she sent Putin a letter via President Trump at an August summit. Both sides have cooperated to share detailed information on the children’s welfare.
-
Since October 10, Russia has escalated drone and missile strikes on Ukraine’s energy infrastructure, causing widespread power outages, casualties, and damage. Ukraine’s military reports increased air attacks and ongoing efforts to defend key facilities amid international appeals for more support. The attacks aim to weaken Ukraine ahead of winter.
-
On October 17, 2025, President Donald Trump met Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy at the White House, urging a peace deal with Russia and suggesting both sides accept current front lines. Trump hinted at providing Ukraine with long-range Tomahawk missiles but emphasized avoiding escalation. Zelenskyy sought advanced weaponry, including Tomahawks, offering Ukrainian drones in exchange. Trump and Putin agreed to meet soon in Budapest to discuss peace.
-
In late 2025, President Donald Trump began demolishing the historic East Wing of the White House to build a $300 million, 90,000-square-foot ballroom funded by corporate donors. The project has sparked bipartisan criticism over the destruction of a century-old building, displacement of the First Lady's office, and concerns about donor influence amid a government shutdown.
-
The wives of President Trump and Vice President Vance visited Camp Lejeune and Marine Corps Air Station New River, honoring military families and highlighting the role of technology, including AI, in military innovation. The visits included speeches, recognition of service milestones, and discussions on future tech integration.
-
Due to ongoing construction, the White House's holiday decorations are scaled back, with shorter tours and fewer rooms open to the public. First lady Melania Trump opted for traditional themes, while President Trump added personal touches, highlighting a contrast in holiday styles amid the renovation.
-
President Trump pardoned turkeys Waddle and Gobble during a Thanksgiving event, but the ceremony was marked by political insults, jokes about crime, and attacks on Illinois Governor Pritzker. Trump claimed Biden's pardons were invalid and criticized Chicago's crime situation, continuing his combative tone.
-
Six Ukrainian children have been returned from Russia to their families as part of a diplomatic effort led by Melania Trump. The initiative aims to reunite children forcibly deported since Russia's invasion in 2022. The process involves cooperation between Russia and Ukraine amid ongoing tensions and international calls for Russia to return all forcibly transferred children.