Tesla Cybertruck explosion at Trump Hotel investigated

Tesla Cybertruck explosion near Trump Hotel in Las Vegas kills one, injures several; investigation into potential terrorist attack ongoing.

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1 year ago

January 2, 2025

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Tesla Cybertruck explosion near Trump Hotel in Las Vegas kills one, injures several; investigation into potential terrorist attack ongoing.

A Tesla Cybertruck exploded outside the Trump International Hotel in Las Vegas on Wednesday morning.

The blast resulted in one fatality inside the vehicle and injuries to several bystanders.

Local officials are investigating the incident as a possible terrorist attack, but the motive has not yet been determined.

The evil knuckleheads picked the wrong vehicle for a terrorist attack. Cybertruck actually contained the explosion and directed the blast upwards.

Not even the glass doors of the lobby were broken. https://t.co/9vj1JdcRZV

— Elon Musk (@elonmusk) January 2, 2025

Tesla CEO Elon Musk stated on social media that the explosion was not related to the vehicle itself.

Musk claimed the blast was caused by large fireworks or a bomb placed in the truck’s bed, and all vehicle telemetry was normal at the time.

This incident follows another tragedy in New Orleans, where a driver killed 15 people in a rented truck just hours earlier.

Clark County Sheriff Kevin McMahill reassured the community, stating that there is no further threat and that precautions are being taken.

NEW FOOTAGE: “The fact that this was a Cybertruck really limited the damage that occurred inside of the valet, because it had most of the blast go up, through the truck and out… The glass doors at the Trump hotel were not even broken.” pic.twitter.com/XtztqmZAYr

— America (@america) January 2, 2025

The explosion was reported at approximately 8:40 a.m. local time.

Sheriff McMahill described how the Cybertruck approached the hotel’s entrance before smoke billowed from it and then the explosion occurred.

It remains unclear whether the deceased was male or female.

Clark County Deputy Fire Chief Thomas Touchstone noted that as first responders arrived, they discovered multiple injuries among bystanders.

Two of the seven injured individuals were transported to local hospitals, but their injuries are considered minor.

Ukraine Russia peace talks stall with no breakthrough

Zelenskiy blames Moscow for stalling Geneva peace talks; negotiations to resume amid unresolved eastern territory and nuclear power plant disputes.

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20 hours ago

February 19, 2026

Harvey Vargas

Zelenskiy blames Moscow for stalling Geneva peace talks; negotiations to resume amid unresolved eastern territory and nuclear power plant disputes.

Two days of high-stakes negotiations in Geneva have ended without a breakthrough, as Ukraine and Russia failed to reach an agreement on key issues in the ongoing war. Despite international pressure, both sides walked away without a deal.

President Volodymyr Zelenskiy accused Moscow of deliberately stalling United States-mediated peace efforts, while Russia signalled it would not accept terms it sees as unfavourable. The White House says further talks are expected.

Major sticking points remain over territory in eastern Ukraine and control of the Zaporizhzhia nuclear power plant, with both sides rejecting proposals that would involve significant territorial concessions.

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Iran on edge as military build up meets domestic unrest

Iran strengthens military and nuclear sites amid US carrier presence, escalating fears of confrontation and internal dissent pressure.

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20 hours ago

February 19, 2026

Harvey Vargas

Iran strengthens military and nuclear sites amid US carrier presence, escalating fears of confrontation and internal dissent pressure.

Iran is ramping up military readiness as tensions with the United States intensify, with Tehran fortifying key nuclear sites and reviewing defence strategies amid the deployment of U.S. aircraft carriers in the region. Leaders in the Islamic Republic say they are prepared to respond to any imposed conflict, signalling a high-stakes standoff that could reshape regional security dynamics.

At the same time, the regime faces mounting domestic discontent, with security forces cracking down on dissent and carrying out widespread arrests following recent protests. While Iran insists it has made concessions toward a nuclear deal, Washington says key demands remain unmet, leaving negotiations in limbo and the country’s political future under strain.

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Jesse Jackson dies at 84 civil rights leader and presidential candidate

Civil rights leader Jesse Jackson, 84, dies, leaving a legacy in equality advocacy and global diplomacy.

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2 days ago

February 18, 2026

Harvey Vargas

Civil rights leader Jesse Jackson, 84, dies, leaving a legacy in equality advocacy and global diplomacy.

Civil rights icon Jesse Jackson has passed away at the age of 84. Known as a servant leader, he dedicated his life to giving a voice to the oppressed and advocating for equality worldwide.

Jackson founded Operation PUSH and the National Rainbow Coalition, and served as a special envoy to Africa under President Bill Clinton, leaving a lasting impact on global diplomacy and social justice.

He also ran for the Democratic presidential nomination in 1984 and 1988, played a key role in US politics, and helped secure the release of hostages abroad, remaining a tireless advocate until his passing.

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