Positioning himself as a global defender of Christians, Trump warned on October 31, 2025, that he would send forces to strike Nigeria for what he called the “killing of Christians” by “Islamic terrorists.”

The victory of the young Muslim Mamdani as mayor of NY was not the only blow to Trump, as he faced several setbacks with the victories of another Muslim candidate and multiple Democrats, prompting the media to call the outcome “a defeat for Trump.”

Western media outlets have warned about the growing influence of Iran-backed militias over Iraq’s telecommunications sector, which could give them control of the national database.

U.S. observers believe the peaceful No Kings movement could soon evolve from a symbolic protest into a lasting national campaign capable of shaking the foundations of the political system.

Trade relations between China and the U.S. have escalated this month after Beijing imposed strict restrictions on exports of rare earth minerals and related technologies to international markets.