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Trump ally charged with foreign lobbying
Federal prosecutors have charged Trump’s former advisor Tom Barrack with illegally acting on behalf of the Arab Emirates to influence US foreign policy
US federal prosecutors have charged Trump’s former advisor Tom Barrack for lobbying on behalf of the United Arab Emirates. The federal prosecutors believe Barrack made efforts to influence foreign policy positions during Trump’s presidential campaign and time in office.
The court has charged him with seven counts in total, including “acting as an agent of the UAE”. Aside from foreign lobbying, he was also charged with obstruction of justice and making false statements to federal law enforcement agents.
A spokesperson for Barrack said he will plead not guilty.
“I nailed it… for the home team”
US officials say Barrack both directly and indirectly contacted senior leaders within the UAE between April 2016 and April 2018. He spent this time promoting its foreign policy agenda in the US while acting as chairman of Trump’s Inaugural Committee.
During 2016, he praised the UAE in a speech about US energy policy. He then sent a draft of the speech to Alshahhi to give to UAE officials. In both 2016 and 2017, the UAE sent all three men talking points for Barrack’s TV appearances.
Following one appearance, Barrack emailed Alshahhi, “I nailed it. . . for the home team,” referring not to the United States but to the UAE.
Two others were also charged for using Barrack’s position to advance the interests of the UAE
The court also found Matthew Grimes and Rashid Sultan Rashid Al Malik Alshahhi, guilty.
Alshahhi is a UAE national. The prosecutors say he used Barrack’s status as a senior adviser to Trump to “advance the interests of the UAE”. Officials are yet to arrest Alshahhi, who fled the US in 2018.
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Ukraine backs US-led peace accord as final details near completion
Ukraine supports US-led peace accord to end war with Russia, aiming for resolution of final elements soon.
Ukraine supports US-led peace accord to end war with Russia, aiming for resolution of final elements soon.
Ukraine has signalled support for a US-led peace accord aimed at ending the war with Russia, with officials confirming that only minor elements remain to be finalised. The framework represents the most significant diplomatic breakthrough since the conflict began.
According to Ukrainian officials, Kyiv fully supports the essence of the proposal, while Washington says progress is encouraging but further negotiations are required. The agreement focuses heavily on territory held by Russia and the security guarantees needed to protect Ukraine long-term.
With momentum building, global attention now turns to how remaining issues will be resolved and how soon a final agreement can be reached.
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Australia launches new AI Safety Institute to protect the nation
Australia launches the AISI to ensure responsible AI, enhance safety, and lead globally in ethical AI development.
Australia launches the AISI to ensure responsible AI, enhance safety, and lead globally in ethical AI development.
Australia is taking a major step toward responsible artificial intelligence with the creation of the Australian Artificial Intelligence Safety Institute (AISI). The new body aims to assess AI risks, strengthen national protections and position the country as a global leader in safe and ethical AI development.
In this episode, Dr. Karen Sutherland from UniSC explains what sparked the institute’s creation, how it will operate, and the key functions it will serve in helping government and industry navigate fast-moving AI challenges. She breaks down how the AISI plans to elevate national understanding of advanced AI systems and collaborate with the wider National AI Centre network.
We also explore how the AISI will support international agreements, protect the rights of Australians and help businesses keep pace with rapidly evolving AI technologies. Plus, we look at the institute’s long-term ambitions in shaping the global AI safety landscape.
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RBA holds rates as investors shift from property to stocks
RBA holds rates at 3.6%, shifting investor focus from property to potential stock market gains amid persistent inflation pressures.
RBA holds rates at 3.6%, shifting investor focus from property to potential stock market gains amid persistent inflation pressures.
The Reserve Bank of Australia has held interest rates at 3.6 percent, signalling a steady approach as inflation pressures persist and prompting investors to reassess their strategies in an uncertain climate.
The decision has shifted attention away from the property market, with experts suggesting the stock market may offer stronger opportunities, especially for those looking to outpace inflation over the long term.
We speak with Dale Gilham from Wealth Within about what the RBA’s call means for investors, why confidence in housing is changing, and what smarter financial choices look like in 2025.
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