In Derna, Libya, hundreds of protesters gathered in the wake of a devastating flood disaster that claimed thousands of lives. They demanded accountability from Libyan authorities, including the resignation of key figures. Demonstrators called for national unity in a politically divided Libya and questioned the government’s ability to handle the crisis. They also set fire to the house of Derna’s mayor. Libya has been divided into east and west since the overthrow of Muammar Gaddafi in 2011, complicating disaster response efforts. Over 11,300 lives were lost in the floods, with over 10,000 missing and around 38,640 people left homeless, primarily in Derna.
US President Donald Trump warned that Russia will face severe economic sanctions unless it agrees to a ceasefire in Ukraine within 50 days. “My call to Putin is clear. If a meaningful ceasefire is not reached, we will impose 100% secondary tariffs,” Trump said after meeting NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte at the White House.
Trump added that the sanctions would also target countries trading with Russia and stressed he would bypass Congress if necessary. He blamed the ongoing war on President Joe Biden’s policies and stated, “This is not my war. I’m here to end it.”
He also announced that the US would supply NATO with advanced weapons, but insisted that European countries must cover the costs. “European countries will pay,” he said, promising rapid delivery of air defense systems and munitions to Ukraine.
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