Donald Trump, the 47th President of the United States, has announced an ambitious plan to develop a national missile defense system, dubbed the "Iron Dome." According to a statement from the White House, Trump signed an executive order during a flight from Florida to Maryland, laying the groundwork for a domestically-produced defense system aimed at intercepting incoming missile threats before they reach U.S. territory.

Spanning over 3,000 kilometers, the border between the United States and Mexico stands as both a defining geographic landmark and a political flashpoint. This border, often portrayed as a dividing line, symbolizes more than just physical separation—it encapsulates centuries of tension, cooperation, and conflict between two nations with deeply intertwined histories. In recent years, this dynamic has been epitomized by the contentious debate over border security, particularly during President Donald Trump’s administration. His revival of the idea to construct a "great wall" aimed to curb illegal immigration and was emblematic of broader historical patterns in U.S.-Mexico relations.

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Pakistan and Azerbaijan share a deep-rooted bond that transcends geographical boundaries, rooted in shared history, cultural connections, and mutual aspirations. The Multani Caravanserai in Azerbaijan serves as a historic testament to this enduring friendship, symbolizing centuries-old ties between the two nations. By exploring their historical linkages, cultural similarities, and modern-day cooperation, we can appreciate the strength and potential of this relationship.

Your astrological prediction for Aries, Gemini, Capricorn and other zodiac signs for January 29 is here. Read on to find out whether the odds will be in your favor, News.az reports citing foreign media.

US envoy to the Middle East, Steve Witkoff, is set to visit the Gaza Strip on Wednesday to inspect the Netzarim Corridor before meeting with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu. They will discuss the second phase of the Gaza ceasefire and the prisoner exchange agreement with Hamas, according to Israel's public broadcaster KAN.

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu announced that President Donald Trump has invited him to visit the White House on February 4, making him the first foreign leader to visit Washington during Trump's second term, News.az reports citing foreign media.

As a toxic haze covers Bangkok's skyline, the Thai government is facing increasing criticism for its response to the ongoing air pollution crisis throughout the country, News.az reports citing foreign media.

The head of the United Nations agency for Palestine refugees (UNRWA) has warned that an impending Israeli ban on the organization would severely disrupt humanitarian efforts in the Gaza Strip and jeopardize the ongoing Israel-Hamas ceasefire, News.az reports citing Al Jazeera.

The United Nations confirmed on Tuesday that it had received notification from Washington regarding its withdrawal from the Paris climate change agreement, a major campaign promise made by US President Donald Trump, News.az reports citing foreign media.