WORLD 🌍 NEWS 📰 EVENTS OF 2025 ✓ ONLY ONE AFI BLOG✨
Here are some of the most consequential and widely-covered news events of 2025 (U.S. / global) — things that have shaped politics, policy, law, and international affairs:
Major U.S. News Events...
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James Comey Indictment
Former FBI Director James Comey was indicted on charges of making false statements and obstructing a congressional proceeding, tied to his 2020 testimony about leaks connected with the Russia investigation. -
Supreme Court Decisions and Birthright Citizenship Case
The Supreme Court has made several high-profile rulings. Among them: allowing the Trump administration to freeze several billion dollars in foreign aid (a ruling that amplified tensions between the executive branch and Congress) , and the administration asking the Court to reinstate or uphold a policy limiting birthright citizenship for children born in the U.S. to non-citizen parents. -
New Tariffs Imposed by the U.S.
President Trump announced new large tariffs on imported drugs, heavy trucks, furniture, etc., citing protection of domestic industry and national security. These policies stirred concern over inflation, global trade relations, and supply chain disruptions. -
Peace Agreement Between DR Congo & Rwanda
A U.S.-mediated peace deal (the Washington Accord) was signed on June 27, 2025, aiming to end certain conflicts in eastern DR Congo, including troop withdrawals and plans to demobilize militias. -
U.S. Foreign Policy & Yemen Conflict
From March to May 2025, the U.S. (along with the U.K.) carried out a series of air and naval strikes on Houthi targets in Yemen (Operation Rough Rider). This action was linked to concerns over Houthi attacks on commercial shipping and regional security in the Red Sea and Gulf of Aden. -
U.S.-Russia Summit in Saudi Arabia
In February 2025 a high-level meeting took place between U.S. and Russian officials in Riyadh. Despite being framed as a diplomatic effort toward easing tensions (especially over Ukraine), it drew criticism because Ukraine and some European partners were not included.
Other Global Highlights
- G20 Johannesburg Summit (Nov 2025) is shaping up to be significant as it’s the first G20 held in Africa.
- Kenyan Protests mid-2025 — youth-led demonstrations over cost of living, government corruption, and police brutality.
- Nepalese Pro-Monarchy Protests in 2025 where large numbers in Kathmandu rallied for restoring the monarchy.
- Kamchatka Megathrust Earthquake (Russia, July) magnitude ~8.8, one of the strongest quakes in recent years.
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U.S.-Led Attacks in Yemen (Operation Rough Rider)
From March to May 2025, the United States (with the UK) carried out a series of air and naval strikes on Houthi targets in Yemen. The attacks targeted missiles, radars, and launch sites, aiming to reduce threats to commercial shipping in the Red Sea and Gulf of Aden. -
Los Angeles Wildfires Become Costliest Natural Disasters in First Half of 2025
Wildfires around Los Angeles caused record-breaking losses — about US$ 53 billion in overall damage, US$ 40 billion insured. This was the worst single natural disaster cost for the U.S. in that period. Severe thunderstorms and tornado outbreaks added billions more in losses. -
“No Kings” Protests Across the U.S.
On June 14, 2025, widespread protests took place in over 2,100 U.S. cities under the “No Kings” / “No Kings Organization” movement. This was a reaction to the 250th Army Anniversary Parade and broader concerns about democratic backsliding and political leadership in the Trump administration. -
Fighting Oligarchy Tour
A notable domestic political event has been the “Fighting Oligarchy Tour” led by Senator Bernie Sanders and Representative Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez, beginning in February 2025. The tour has drawn large crowds and highlights issues such as income inequality, corporate influence in politics, and progressive policy proposals. -
U.S. Army 250th Anniversary Parade & Nationwide Response
On June 14, 2025, Washington, D.C., and Arlington, Virginia held a large military parade to mark the 250th anniversary of the U.S. Army. The event was very visible, expensive (estimated at US$25-45 million), and stirred controversy and protest — particularly over its cost, its timing, and its symbolism in a polarized political climate.
