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FBI finds no link between Cybertruck attack and explosion

FBI finds no link between New Orleans truck attack and Las Vegas Tesla explosion, identifies driver as Army soldier Matthew Livelsberger.

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1 year ago

January 3, 2025

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FBI finds no link between New Orleans truck attack and Las Vegas Tesla explosion, identifies driver as Army soldier Matthew Livelsberger.

The FBI announced on Thursday that there is currently no definitive link between the New Year’s Day truck attack in New Orleans, which resulted in 15 deaths, and an incident involving a Tesla Cybertruck that exploded in Las Vegas, claiming the life of the driver.

The explosion occurred outside the Trump International Hotel, leaving the sole occupant of the truck deceased and injuring seven others, according to the Las Vegas Metropolitan Police Department.

Authorities have identified the driver of the Tesla Cybertruck as Matthew Livelsberger, who was an active-duty U.S. Army soldier at the time of his death. The FBI confirmed the identity but withheld further details for now.

Livelsberger was assigned to the U.S. Army Special Operations Command and was on authorised leave when the explosion occurred. The Army has chosen not to comment on the ongoing investigation.

His military service includes active duty from January 2006 to March 2011 and subsequent service in the National Guard and Army Reserve. He returned to active duty in December 2012 as a Special Operations Soldier. Livelsberger reportedly has no criminal record and has been associated with addresses in Colorado Springs since 2013.

The Tesla Cybertruck was rented from Colorado. Following the explosion, local and federal authorities conducted a search at a residential address in Colorado Springs as part of their inquiry into the incident.

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Ukraine and Russia set for U.S.-brokered peace talks in Abu Dhabi

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22 hours ago

February 2, 2026

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Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy has confirmed that new peace talks with Russia will take place in Abu Dhabi later this week. The discussions are part of U.S.-led efforts to find a path toward ending the ongoing war.

Zelenskyy emphasised that Ukraine is prepared for meaningful dialogue aimed at achieving peace. The announcement comes after weeks of uncertainty over the timing of the meeting.

U.S. special envoy Steve Witkoff described prior discussions with Russian officials as productive, though major disagreements over territorial issues remain unresolved.

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Tensions rise as Iran threatens conflict and U.S. increases naval forces

Iran warns of regional conflict, labels European armies terrorists; U.S. boosts naval presence as both sides consider negotiations.

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23 hours ago

February 2, 2026

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Iran warns of regional conflict, labels European armies terrorists; U.S. boosts naval presence as both sides consider negotiations.

Iran has warned of a potential regional conflict if the U.S. launches an attack, while labelling European armies as terrorists. Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei insisted that threats from President Trump will not intimidate the Iranian people.

The U.S. has ramped up its naval presence in the Middle East in response to mounting threats, amid speculation over Iran’s next moves. Iranian officials have denied claims of imminent naval exercises in the Strait of Hormuz, adding to global uncertainty.

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Carlos Alcaraz becomes youngest man to complete career Grand Slam

Carlos Alcaraz, at 22, stuns tennis by winning the Australian Open, defeating Djokovic, and celebrating with a kangaroo tattoo.

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23 hours ago

February 2, 2026

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Carlos Alcaraz, at 22, stuns tennis by winning the Australian Open, defeating Djokovic, and celebrating with a kangaroo tattoo.

Carlos Alcaraz has stunned the tennis world by winning the Australian Open, becoming the youngest man to complete a Career Grand Slam at just 22 years old.

The world number one beat Novak Djokovic in a thrilling four-set match, finishing 2-6, 6-2, 6-3, 7-5. Djokovic missed out on claiming his 25th Grand Slam title. To mark the milestone, Alcaraz revealed he plans to add a new tattoo of a kangaroo on his leg, joining his existing Eiffel Tower and Wimbledon strawberry tattoos.

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