Today on nwsTrail: Russia never tires of surprising us, not to mention Trump

Russia is sending female prisoners to the war in Ukraine as "medical workers," where they become something other than what was promised on the front lines. They are harassed, raped, and forced to retrieve the wounded under fire.

Surprising news also came from the United States, which is no longer much of a shock since Trump came to power. President Donald Trump has enriched himself immensely during his second term. At the same time, the White House administration accuses dozens of Western countries of helping China. Among those named are a number of US allies who are allegedly assisting China in evading tariffs imposed by Trump.

In Israel, however, everything is proceeding according to the government's plan, which bodes no good for the Palestinians. In the occupied West Bank, Jewish settlers are taking the law into their own hands and forcing Palestinians to leave their land and homes. The Israeli army occasionally pretends to protect Palestinians from violence and illegal settler activity, but in reality, they do as little as possible or allow the settlers to continue acting without fear of punishment.

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Russia promised imprisoned women medical work, but sent them under artillery fire

Russia recruited imprisoned women for medical work but deceived them. Published report also reveals sexual violence and child abduction.

Russian propagandists fake Al Jazeera Ukraine strike post

The fabricated image sought to justify attacks on Ukraine’s civilian and energy infrastructure and portray Ukrainians as a criminal threat abroad.

Russian Defense Ministry threatens Ukraine with freeze

Kyiv says air defense shortages could make the coming winter difficult, while officials reported two deaths in Sumy after overnight drone strikes.

And here are some style examples of life in America

Trump has amassed a huge personal fortune in his second term

Conflict-of-interest questions now center on presidential communications, tax enforcement and crypto regulation, while some retail investors reported large losses.

US accuses dozens of Western countries of helping China

Washington says tighter enforcement will bring tens of billions of dollars to the US Treasury and create thousands more jobs for Americans.

How big is the influence of money in US elections?

Voters face a more confusing campaign finance system as party spending rules change and big-donor groups become flashpoints in primaries, according to Vox.

Leavitt is leaving his position as White House press secretary. Who will be his successor?

The choice will shape daily press briefings, media relations, White House coordination and media advice to Trump, according to the BBC.

Meta tests AI screening for WhatsApp scams

WhatsApp has more than 3 billion users, and FTC data cited by The Verge says victims reported $425 million in losses through the app in 2025.

In the West Bank, Jewish settlers are harassing Palestinians with the assistance of Israeli soldiers

Israeli soldiers forced Palestinian families from their homes in the West Bank

Villagers remain under a settler siege despite an Israeli commander’s pledge to remove the group, while the army says residents were ordered to stay in their homes.

Katz Seeks Police Role in West Bank Enforcement

The proposed shift would place civilian law enforcement and public order for Israeli residents under police authority rather than military authority.

Israeli defense officials surprised by Iran's military resurgence

The pace of Iran’s missile rebuilding could shape Israeli strategy on whether and when to attack again, regardless of talks over Hormuz and the nuclear issue.

Israeli defense officials surprised by Iran's military resurgence

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