President Trump has ordered the deployment of at least 2,000 National Guard troops to Los Angeles following clashes related to immigration raids. Approximately 300 troops arrived in the city on Saturday, with additional forces en route.
The deployment comes after law enforcement engaged with demonstrators protesting against immigration agents raiding workplaces for undocumented workers. During the confrontations, officers used rubber bullets, tear gas, and flash bang grenades. Further clashes occurred yesterday in downtown Los Angeles.
This marks a rare instance of Trump invoking federal powers to deploy the National Guard without the consent of California Governor Gavin Newsom, who criticized the decision as "purposefully inflammatory." Trump warned that any demonstrations impeding immigration officials would be deemed “a form of rebellion.”
The protests were sparked in Paramount, a city south of Los Angeles with a significant Latino population, following the immigration raids.
In other news, an internal document from Russia's F.S.B. has revealed concerns about China, despite President Putin's public declarations of a strong partnership. The document indicates that Russian intelligence perceives China as a security threat, suggesting that Beijing is attempting to recruit Russian spies and acquire sensitive military technology.
The document also alleges that Chinese agents are using various firms as fronts to gather intelligence on Russian military operations, particularly in Ukraine.
On the humanitarian front, Israel's defense minister announced that the military would take any necessary measures to prevent the Madleen, a ship carrying pro-Palestinian activists and aid, from reaching Gaza. The vessel, part of the Freedom Flotilla Coalition, set sail from Italy and was reported to be off the coast of Egypt.
Israel has a history of blocking aid attempts to Gaza by sea, including a 2010 incident that resulted in fatalities.
In Italy, a referendum is underway regarding the loosening of citizenship requirements, a proposal opposed by Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni.
Japan is advancing its defense capabilities with a new missile regiment in Okinawa, aimed at countering Chinese influence.
In Colombia, a boy has been arrested in connection to the shooting of a senator during a campaign event.
In Gaza, Israeli forces recovered the body of a Thai farmworker who had been taken hostage during an attack on October 7.
In Syria, former foreign fighters from the civil war are reportedly joining the army, raising concerns about potential terrorism.
In Ukraine, a new weapon system capable of launching antiaircraft missiles from remote-controlled speedboats has been presented by the military.
In sports, the French Open concluded with dramatic matches, including a historic five-and-a-half-hour final between Jannik Sinner and Carlos Alcaraz, where Alcaraz emerged victorious after coming back from two sets down.
Coco Gauff also achieved her second Grand Slam title by defeating world No. 1 Aryna Sabalenka, showcasing the future of tennis amid concerns over the sport's transition after the departures of legendary players.
In education, some Chinese students are reconsidering their applications to U.S. universities due to concerns over visa restrictions, while African students are increasingly looking to China for higher education opportunities.
In business, tariffs between China and the U.S. are impacting longstanding trade relationships, and Tesla is facing significant declines in sales and profits.
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