Iranian man charged with with plotting to assassinate top U.S. diplomat

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3 years ago

August 11, 2022

Criminal charges have been filed against a man for allegedly trying to assassinate John Bolton

The U.S. Justice Department has charged 45-year-old Shahram Poursafi, for planning to murder President Donald Trump’s former National Security Advisor.

U.S. authorities believe the man was motivated to kill John Bolton after the death of a commander of Iran’s Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps.

The commander, Qassem Soleimani, was killed in a U.S. drone strike in January 2020.

At the time, the terrorist organisation said they will take “revenge against Americans”.

“I wish to thank the Justice Department for initiating the criminal proceeding unsealed today; the FBI for its diligence in discovering and tracking the Iranian regime’s criminal threat to American citizens; and the Secret Service for providing protection against Tehran’s efforts.”
JOHN BOLTON

Prosecutors believe Iran’s Revolutionary Guard Corps wanted to pay USD 300,000 to an individual in order to kill Bolton.

It’s understood the Former Secretary of State, Mike Pompeo was also the target of a second assassination plot, with a USD 1 million bounty on offer.

“Iran strongly warns against any action against Iranian citizens under the pretext of these ridiculous and baseless accusations.”
Nasser Kanaani, IRAN’S FOREIGN MINISTRY SPOKESperson

Iran does not have an extradition treaty with the U.S. Poursafi remains at large, and is wanted by the FBI.

John Bolton held senior national security positions under Presidents George Bush and Trump.

U.S. approves Nvidia H200 chip exports to China amid tensions

U.S. approves Nvidia’s H200 AI chip exports to China, balancing security with tech collaboration amid ongoing tensions.

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8 hours ago

December 9, 2025

Harvey Vargas

U.S. approves Nvidia’s H200 AI chip exports to China, balancing security with tech collaboration amid ongoing tensions.

The U.S. Commerce Department has approved exports of Nvidia’s H200 AI chips to China, signaling a cautious compromise in the ongoing technology standoff between the two countries. This decision reflects efforts to balance national security concerns with continued technological collaboration.

Nvidia shares jumped 2% following the announcement, showing investor optimism about the move. Analysts are closely watching how Chinese firms will respond and whether they will aggressively pursue these high-performance AI chips.

Despite the approval, concerns remain about the potential military applications of AI technology. Officials emphasize that the decision aims to protect U.S. interests while navigating complex international tech dynamics.

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Fed faces challenges ahead of Trump’s nominee as rate decisions loom

Fed faces critical leadership transition as Trump nominates new chair amid economic uncertainty and potential rate cut discussions.

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8 hours ago

December 9, 2025

Harvey Vargas

Fed faces critical leadership transition as Trump nominates new chair amid economic uncertainty and potential rate cut discussions.

The U.S. Federal Reserve is entering a critical period as it prepares for President Donald Trump’s upcoming nominee to lead the central bank. Markets are closely watching how the Fed will navigate this leadership transition amid ongoing economic uncertainty.

The Fed’s two-day meeting could result in a modest quarter-percentage-point rate cut. However, future policy decisions will hinge on key economic projections and inflation trends, leaving analysts debating how much room the central bank really has to maneuver.

Trump is pushing for lower interest rates to boost the housing market before the midterms, but this could complicate the next Fed chair’s path. Data delays from the recent government shutdown may also affect the Fed’s decision-making this week, adding another layer of uncertainty.

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Paramount makes $108B hostile bid for Warner Bros Discovery

Paramount’s $108.4B bid for Warner Bros reshapes media landscape, likely facing antitrust hurdles amid board’s Netflix preference.

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8 hours ago

December 9, 2025

Harvey Vargas

Paramount’s $108.4B bid for Warner Bros reshapes media landscape, likely facing antitrust hurdles amid board’s Netflix preference.

Paramount has launched a staggering $108.4 billion hostile bid to acquire Warner Bros Discovery, shaking up the media landscape. The proposal, supported by Jared Kushner’s investment firm and Middle Eastern funds, offers $18 billion more in cash than Netflix’s recent $72 billion deal for the same assets.

Warner Bros’ board is currently reviewing the Paramount offer but continues to recommend the Netflix deal. Analysts warn that a merger of this scale could face intense antitrust scrutiny, potentially delaying or even blocking the deal.

Paramount argues that its acquisition would boost competition and provide stronger support for the creative community, promising a new chapter in Hollywood consolidation.

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