Israeli settlers kill Palestinian in West Bank raid
PressTV• Israeli settlers stormed a village in the West Bank.
• A 19-year-old Palestinian man was killed, and four others were wounded.
Daily Brief
Feb 20 · Updated at 23:00
World
International developments and geopolitics
Gunmen kill at least 50 in Nigeria
AlJazeera• Attack reported in northwest Nigeria.
• A lawmaker confirmed 'at least 50 people dead' after a violent incident.
US military claims attack on vessel in Pacific
AlJazeera• US military reports it attacked a vessel allegedly involved in drug trafficking.
• Three people were reported killed in the incident.
Albania faces protests against prime minister
RT• Protesters attacked the prime minister's residence with Molotov cocktails.
• Public unrest continues amidst political tensions.
Domestic
US national news
Supreme Court halts Trump's global tariffs
PressTV, RT• The US Supreme Court ruled against tariffs imposed by Donald Trump.
• This decision marks a significant legal setback for Trump's trade policies.
Lawmakers assess limitations on Trump's military actions
PressTV• US lawmakers are considering a vote to restrict Trump's military authority regarding Iran.
• Legislation could be voted on as early as next week.
Trump reacts to Supreme Court ruling
AlJazeera• Trump has suggested he may not refund tariffs collected prior to the ruling.
• He plans to explore other laws to maintain tariffs.
Local
Houston-area and SE Texas
Ramadan begins for Muslims in India
PressTV• Muslims across India mark the start of Ramadan, a month of fasting and reflection.
• This is observed by over 200 million believers in the country.
Business
Markets, money, real estate, and tech-business
Impact of Supreme Court ruling on tariffs
AlJazeera• The Supreme Court's decision to strike down Trump's tariffs may take years for companies to resolve.
• Approximately 1,000 companies have initiated lawsuits against the Trump administration.
US pays $160 million towards UN debts
RT• The US has settled a mere $160 million of its over $4 billion dues to the UN.
• This payment addresses the growing diplomatic pressure related to outstanding debts.