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Pemex Admits Gulf Oil Spill Cover-Up
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Pemex Admits Gulf Oil Spill Cover-Up

Mexico's state-owned oil company Pemex has admitted to covering up a significant oil spill in the Gulf of Mexico. This admission came during a week that also saw advancements in USMCA trade talks.

US 'God Squad' Exempts Gulf of Mexico Drilling from Endangered Species Protections
EnvironmentAPReutersBBC+6bloombergNYTThe GuardiancbcrzeczpospolitaThe Independent1mo ago9 sources

US 'God Squad' Exempts Gulf of Mexico Drilling from Endangered Species Protections

A US federal committee, dubbed the 'God squad,' has exempted oil and gas drilling in the Gulf of Mexico from Endangered Species Act protections, a decision Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth justified as a matter of national security. Critics argue this move exploits a 'self-made gas crisis' and puts rare species like the Rice's whale, manatees, and sea turtles at significant risk.

Mexican Navy Continues Search for Two Missing Aid Ships Bound for Cuba
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Mexican Navy Continues Search for Two Missing Aid Ships Bound for Cuba

The Mexican navy continues its search-and-rescue operation for two humanitarian aid boats that went missing after departing from Mexico for Havana. The ships were delivering aid to Cuba, which is strained by food and fuel shortages amid a US embargo.

US to Withdraw 5,000 Troops from Germany, Sparking Reactions
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US to Withdraw 5,000 Troops from Germany, Sparking Reactions

The United States announced plans to withdraw 5,000 troops from Germany, a decision that has drawn varied reactions from European leaders and NATO, with some German officials stating the move was expected. NATO is seeking further clarification on the implications of the troop reduction.

Pemex Admits Pipeline Leak Caused Gulf of Mexico Oil Spill
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Pemex Admits Pipeline Leak Caused Gulf of Mexico Oil Spill

Mexico's state oil company Pemex has admitted that a pipeline leak near one of its platforms was responsible for a massive oil spill in the Gulf of Mexico. The spill caused extensive pollution and killed wildlife, impacting marine reserves.

Trump Administration Links Gulf of Mexico Drilling Exemption to Iran War, Drawing Criticism
EnvironmentThe GuardianAl Jazeerapublico+2Yahoorolling-stone1mo ago5 sources

Trump Administration Links Gulf of Mexico Drilling Exemption to Iran War, Drawing Criticism

The Trump administration has exempted Gulf of Mexico oil drillers from endangered species protections, citing US energy competitiveness amid the ongoing war on Iran. Critics warn that this move, part of broader anti-environmental policies and a reliance on fossil fuels, demonstrates dangerous volatility and risks rare species.