Hundreds of Iraqis attempted to storm the Green Zone in Baghdad, which houses the U.S. embassy, following the death of Iranian leader Ali Khamenei. Security sources reported the unrest in the heavily fortified district of the Iraqi capital.
U.S. President Donald Trump has reportedly ordered his administration to prepare for a long-term blockade of Iran. The information was reported by The Wall Street Journal, which cited several U.S. officials.
The Dutch Mobile Unit is exploring the use of new crowd-control weapons, such as paint, stench-producing substances, and rubber bullets, in response to increasingly violent protests. These considerations follow significant unrest, including the far-right riots at the Malieveld last year. The police aim to expand their tactical options to better manage escalating aggression during public demonstrations.
U.S. government officials have announced that President Donald Trump's image will soon appear on some American passports. The report, shared with Fox News and The Bulwark on Tuesday, indicates that the change will be implemented on certain upcoming travel documents.
The Republican-led US Senate has blocked a resolution proposed by Democrats that would have restricted President Donald Trump's authority to take military action against Cuba. The resolution sought to require Congressional approval before any such military intervention could occur, but its rejection maintains the current executive powers.
Kosovo is set to hold its third election in just over a year after members of parliament failed to elect a president on Tuesday. The political deadlock stems from deep divisions within the legislative body.