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The United States has imposed new sanctions on Iran in response to its expanding nuclear program, despite ongoing negotiations aimed at curbing Tehran's nuclear ambitions. The sanctions target three Iranian individuals and the company Fuya Pars Prospective Technologists, linked to Iran's Organization of Defensive Innovation and Research (SPND). Secretary of State Marco Rubio emphasized that Iran is enriching uranium to 60 percent purity, significantly exceeding the 3.67 percent limit established by the 2015 nuclear deal, which the U.S. abandoned in 2018. The sanctions freeze any assets of the individuals and the company within the U.S. and prohibit business dealings with them. This announcement follows a fourth round of talks between the U.S. and Iran, which ended without major breakthroughs but left both sides cautiously optimistic about reaching a new agreement to prevent Iran from developing nuclear weapons, a claim Tehran denies. 
Published: May 13 2025, 4 ameznews.inA New Jersey couple, Treva Edwards, 60, and his wife Christine, 63, have been accused of forcing church members into slave labor and sexual exploitation for nearly a decade, according to federal prosecutors. Operating from their Orange apartment and the Jesus is Lord by the Holy Ghost church, the couple allegedly manipulated vulnerable individuals, claiming that disobedience would incur divine punishment. The Edwards reportedly isolated their victims, monitored their activities, and provided minimal food, while profiting from their forced labor. Treva Edwards is also charged with subjecting one woman to repeated sexual assaults, resulting in pregnancy and demands for abortion, all framed as God's will. Both were indicted on conspiracy to commit forced labor, with Treva facing additional charges of forced labor and sex trafficking. If convicted, they could face significant prison sentences, reflecting a broader commitment to combat human trafficking in the community, as stated by US Attorney Alina Habba.
Published: May 13 2025, 10 ameznews.inUS President Donald Trump has criticized high prescription drug prices, citing a friend's experience of purchasing a weight loss drug for $88 in the UK compared to $1,300 in the US. During a press event, Trump recounted how this revelation prompted a discussion with a pharmaceutical executive, who ultimately admitted the price discrepancy was unjustifiable. Although the specific drug was not named, popular weight-loss medications like Ozempic and Mounjaro have gained traction among wealthy individuals, including speculation that Tesla CEO Elon Musk may be the friend referenced. Trump's newly signed executive order aims to ensure that federal programs like Medicare and Medicaid do not pay more for drugs than their counterparts in other developed nations. He also hinted at potential antitrust actions against pharmaceutical companies resisting price alignment. Trump asserted that the US bears the highest drug costs globally, advocating for a fairer system that shares the burden of research and development costs.
Published: May 13 2025, 10 ameznews.inA mayoral candidate and three of her supporters were shot dead during a campaign event in Texistepec, Mexico, on Sunday, with the attack broadcast live on Facebook. Yesenia Lara Gutierrez, representing President Claudia Sheinbaum's Morena party, was engaging with the crowd when gunfire erupted, resulting in chaos and approximately 20 gunshots being heard. Images circulating online revealed bodies in the street. President Sheinbaum confirmed the incident, stating that her government is coordinating with state officials in Veracruz and offering federal assistance as needed, especially with elections approaching on June 1. Veracruz Governor Rocio Nahle vowed to find those responsible for what she termed a "cowardly murder." Political violence has surged in Mexico, with recent attacks on candidates highlighting the dangers they face; since 2006, around 480,000 people have been murdered in the country.
Published: May 13 2025, 10 ameznews.inIn a bid to advance peace talks amid the ongoing Ukraine conflict, US President Donald Trump has expressed interest in traveling to Turkey this week for discussions involving Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky and Russian President Vladimir Putin, set for Thursday. European leaders are pushing for a 30-day ceasefire as a prerequisite for negotiations, threatening new sanctions on Russia if it fails to comply by the end of Monday. Kremlin spokesman Dmitry Peskov dismissed these ultimatums, advocating for serious negotiations instead. Meanwhile, Defence ministers from five major European military powers will convene in Italy to discuss further support for Ukraine. The potential talks in Turkey represent the first direct discussions since the early stages of Russia's invasion in 2022, which has resulted in significant casualties and displacement, with Russia currently controlling about one-fifth of Ukraine, including Crimea.
Published: May 13 2025, 10 ameznews.inUS President Donald Trump has signed an executive order aimed at reducing prescription drug prices to align with those in other countries, giving pharmaceutical companies a 30-day deadline to meet price targets. Trump seeks to cut prices by at least 59%, with some reductions potentially reaching up to 90%. He criticized the European Union for pressuring US drug manufacturers to lower prices abroad, which he claims leads to higher costs in America. The order proposes a "Most Favoured Nation" policy, linking US drug prices to the lowest prices paid internationally. While the plan relies on companies negotiating prices, it may face legal challenges, particularly regarding drug imports. Experts suggest that significant litigation could arise if the administration enforces concrete actions to compel price reductions. The Federal Trade Commission has been tasked with investigating anti-competitive practices within the pharmaceutical industry as part of this initiative.
Published: May 13 2025, 9 ameznews.inA tragic incident in Nebraska has left a family dead, with authorities alleging that 42-year-old Jeremy Koch fatally stabbed his wife, Bailey, 41, and their two sons, Hudson, 18, and Asher, 16, before taking his own life. The bodies were discovered at their Johnson Lake home shortly after Koch's release from psychiatric care, raising concerns about mental health support in the community. Bailey's father, Lane Kugler, found the victims and expressed deep sorrow over the state of mental health care in the U.S., emphasizing the struggles his son-in-law faced. Just days prior, Bailey had posted about her husband's deteriorating condition, revealing that he had been diagnosed with severe depression and had experienced psychosis. The deaths occurred hours before Hudson's high school graduation, prompting the Cozad school district to acknowledge the impact on the community. An investigation is underway, with autopsies ordered for the family.
Published: May 13 2025, 7 ameznews.inTwo Indian students from Cleveland State University, Saurav Prabhakar, 23, and Manav Patel, 20, tragically lost their lives in a road accident in Lancaster County, Pennsylvania, on May 10. The incident occurred when their vehicle veered off the Pennsylvania Turnpike, colliding with a tree and subsequently hitting a bridge. Both students were pronounced dead at the scene due to multiple traumatic injuries, with their deaths ruled accidental by the coroner. An unidentified passenger was also in the vehicle and was taken to Reading Hospital, though their condition remains unknown. The Consulate General of India in New York expressed its condolences and assured support to the grieving families, stating, "Our thoughts and prayers are with their families during this difficult time." The Consulate is in contact with the families to provide assistance as needed.
Published: May 13 2025, 7 ameznews.inIndia's Prime Minister Narendra Modi announced the successful execution of Operation Sindoor, which he described as a decisive shift in India's military strategy against terrorism. In a national address, Modi claimed that over 100 terrorists and approximately 40 Pakistani soldiers were killed in a series of precision drone and missile strikes targeting what he termed "Pakistan's terror universities." He emphasized that these operations were a direct response to Pakistan's support for terrorism, citing historical links between global terror attacks and Pakistani bases. Modi warned that while retaliatory strikes have been temporarily suspended following Pakistan's commitment to address terrorism, India remains prepared to resume operations if necessary. He criticized Pakistan's attempts at nuclear intimidation, asserting that India would not be deterred from targeting terrorist hideouts. The operation, initiated after a Pakistan-linked attack in Jammu and Kashmir, reportedly destroyed nine terror camps across Pakistan and Pakistan-occupied Kashmir.
Published: May 13 2025, 3 ameznews.inMore than 350 prominent figures from the film industry, including Hollywood stars Richard Gere and Susan Sarandon, have signed an open letter condemning what they describe as "genocide" in Gaza, released just before the Cannes Festival. The letter, published in French newspaper Liberation and US magazine Variety, highlights the tragic death of 25-year-old Gazan photojournalist Fatima Hassouna, who was killed alongside ten relatives in an Israeli airstrike. Hassouna's story will be featured in a documentary premiering at Cannes, prompting Iranian director Sepideh Farsi to urge festival organizers to take a stand against the ongoing violence in Gaza. In stark contrast, this year's festival will also showcase films addressing the war in Ukraine, underscoring a commitment to artistic expression amid global conflicts. As the festival kicks off, it will also see the return of Tom Cruise and the debut of several films by actors turned directors, amidst ongoing discussions about political statements in cinema.
Published: May 13 2025, 3 am
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