Day 16 at the Milan Cortina Olympics showcased more than athletic excellence; it exposed the ongoing struggle for national dominance on icy battlegrounds where America must reclaim its leadership against global competitors.

In a stunning display of dominance, South Africa ends India’s 12-match winning streak while England dismantles Sri Lanka, raising serious questions about the preparedness of tournament co-hosts.

In a decisive military operation, Mexican forces eliminated Nemesio ‘El Mencho’ Oseguera Cervantes, the ruthless leader of the Jalisco New Generation Cartel—highlighting the ongoing battle against transnational crime impacting American security.

The clearing of Syria’s notorious Al-Hol camp reveals a troubling vacuum of responsibility that risks America’s national security and border safety.

While Iran signals willingness to meet with U.S. envoys on nuclear talks, internal opposition surges amid brutal crackdowns, exposing Tehran’s instability and the urgent stakes for American national security.

The EU calls for the U.S. to respect a key trade deal after the Supreme Court halts Trump-era tariffs, exposing Washington’s wavering stance that threatens transatlantic stability and American economic interests.