Newsweek is reporting that President Donald J Trump has posted an artificial intelligence-generated video depicting Kharg Island "blown to smithereens." The outlet also highlighted observations regarding the current political and economic landscape.
It said the United States has inexplicably started a new trade war with Canada. Newsweek noted this has impacted cross-border travel and local economies, particularly in northern Maine, where Canadian tourism is vital. It observed that Canadian "snowbirds" who typically visit Florida are now opting for Mexico instead.
Newsweek is further reporting that the cost-of-living crisis has become the dominant issue for Americans. It said this widespread concern about rising prices is likely to significantly impact the upcoming November elections, predicting that Republicans will face substantial losses due to their perceived failure to address the issue while controlling the government. It suggested that voters are increasingly questioning the Republican solutions, such as tariffs and wars, which are seen as counterproductive to lowering costs.