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Trump Vows ‘Very Hard’ Response Against Iran After Sanctions Shift on Russian Oil

  Iranians take part in a protest marking the annual al-Quds Day (Jerusalem Day) on the last Friday of the holy month of Ramadan, in Tehran. President Donald Trump announced that the United States will strike Iran “very hard over the next week,” a declaration that came shortly after his administration issued a partial 30‑day waiver allowing purchases of sanctioned Russian oil. The move, intended to ease soaring global energy prices amid the U.S.-Israeli conflict with Iran, has drawn international scrutiny.  The temporary easing of sanctions on Russian oil is part of a broader strategy to stabilize markets shaken by the ongoing Middle East war. Energy prices have surged and then fluctuated sharply in recent days, prompting the administration to adjust its approach to maintain supply and reduce economic pressure.  Trump’s warning toward Iran signals a potential escalation in an already volatile regional conflict, even as the U.S. attempts to manage global energy disrupti...
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Auckland Lights Up the Sky: Welcoming 2025 with Spectacular Fireworks and Light Show

 

As the clock struck midnight on December 31, 2024, Auckland became the first major city to welcome 2025 with a breathtaking display of fireworks and a vibrant light show. Thousands of revelers gathered in the downtown area and atop the city's iconic volcanic peaks to witness the dazzling spectacle.

The fireworks, launched from the towering Sky Tower, painted the night sky with vibrant colors, while the light show paid tribute to Auckland's Indigenous tribes. This celebration follows a year marked by significant protests over Māori rights in New Zealand.

Auckland's early celebration, 18 hours ahead of New York's Times Square ball drop, set the stage for a global wave of New Year's festivities. In Australia, over a million people are expected at Sydney Harbor for their traditional fireworks, while other cities around the world are gearing up to ring in the new year with their unique cultural celebrations.

As the world continues to embrace 2025, Auckland's spectacular start serves as a reminder of the beauty and unity that can be found in global celebrations.



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