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The U S Congress adjourns without passing budgets raising the risk of a partial government shutdow President Trump received the Israel Prize in Jerusalem The First Lady of the United States helps reunite Ukrainian-Russian childre 7-Eleven refuses to serve federal agents FBI warns of online romance scams on Valentine's Day Two U S warships collided at sea The CIA continues releasing recruitment videos targeting Chinese military officers following the Zhang Houxie incident Iran elected vice-chair of the UN Committee sparking international mockery—entrusting the henhouse to the fox South Korea's intelligence agency reports that Kim Jong-un's daughter may be selected as his successor China's economy is under strain forcing people to sell blood just to survive Ngọc Vi respectfully greets our dear viewers of Khuôn Trời Mới Great to see you again in today's news update That was the main news summary now please enjoy the detailed coverage The U S Congress adjourns without passing a budget raising the risk of a partial government shutdow Mr and Madam the U S federal government is rapidly heading toward another shutdown For the third time in just three months this scheduled shutdown is expected to disrupt operations at the Department of Homeland Security On Thursday the Senate voted to block the bill aimed at funding the agency beyond the Friday deadline amid determined resistance from Democratic lawmakers Request to curb President Donald Trump's large-scale campaign to restrict immigratio Senate Majority Leader John Thune said senators could still be called back If progress is achieved he nevertheless criticizes the democratic faction's stance suggesting that at this moment the democratic faction genuinely does not want a resolution They don't want answer—they want to turn this into a political issue Republican efforts to prevent a partial government shutdown have failed With 52 votes in favor and 47 opposed the measure failed to reach the 60 votes needed to pass the procedural hurdle Philly Buster meanwhile the House adjourned for a week after completing its agenda on Thursday Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer and Democratic lawmakers blocked all initial budget bills In addition to recommending a two-week budget extension they argued that the White House proposal failed to meet ICE's reform requirements Schumer stated that the administration doesn't genuinely want to reform ICE and they've never done it themselves That is why we are fighting to pass legislation aimed at overseeing ICE and ending the violence A senior White House official warned that failing to reach an agreement would severely impact essential services This official made it clear unequivocally stating that the democratic faction is withdrawing from the bipartisan negotiations They will shut down this machinery and strip Americans of vital services like FEMA and TSA Talks were reportedly making positive progress early in the week but subsequently stalled After many Democratic lawmakers said the new proposal fell short of expectations Mr Brian Charles criticized the Republican faction for I still think the Republican side is living in a bubble and doesn't grasp the current level of anger He added that the upcoming session could force lawmakers to confront voter backlash Meanwhile the majority leader of the Louisiana Senate insisted legislators must remain prepared to vote again if an agreement is reached He emphasized that we clearly stated everyone must be prepared to return to vote If no agreement is reached by the deadline the Department of Homeland Security may be forced to temporarily halt part of its operations affecting multiple critical agencies such as the Federal Emergency Management Agency FIMA and the Transportation Security Administration TSA and other domestic security operations This could become the third partial government shutdown during the current congressional term President Trump received the Israel Prize in Jerusalem Israeli Education Minister Zub Kix officially invited President Donald Trump to attend the Israel Prize ceremony scheduled to take place on April 22 2026 in Jerusalem where he will be honored with the highest award for his exceptional lifelong contributions to the State of Israel and the Jewish people In a post on X Mr Kix stated: Tonight I have formally invited U S President Donald Trump to attend the Israel Prize ceremony and emphasized the importance of the event for bilateral relations The Israel Prize is the nation's highest civilian honor administered by the Ministry of Education and is awarded annually on the occasion of Israel's Independence Day This year's event is part of the series commemorating the 78th anniversary of the nation's founding preceding the date of December 29 2025 Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu announced the decision to award Trump a special recognition prize for his exceptional contributions to the Jewish people This is the first time in history that a foreign leader has been awarded this prestigious honor Mr Kix described this as a historic decision recognizing his extraordinary contributions and the long-term impact on the Khasi people in Israel as well as worldwide In the invitation letter sent to Mr Trump Israel's Minister of Education emphasized your presence in Jerusalem Receiving the Israel Prize in person will be a deeply meaningful moment for the people of Israel and a powerful demonstration of the deep and enduring friendship between our two nations On behalf of the Government of Israel and the citizens of the State of Israel I would be deeply honored if You would accept this invitation In another related development Israel has officially joined the Peace Council initiative launched by former President Donald Trump marking a new step international efforts to stabilize the situation in Gaza and address global conflicts The announcement made by Prime Minister Netanyahu on February 11 followed his meeting with U S Secretary of State Marco Rubio in Washington On X he confirmed signing the document joining Israel as a member of the Peace Council The first meeting of the Peace Council is scheduled for February 19 in Washington focusing on reconstruction plans for Gaza The First Lady of the United States helps reunite Ukrainian and Russian childre The Office of the First Lady of the United States Melania Trump said on February 12 that she played a role in helping reunite several Ukrainian and Russian children with their families after the children were separated due to the four-year-long conflict A official statement said that Mrs Trump successfully reunited Russian and Ukrainian children with their families and emphasized this marks the third time the first lady has played a key role in advancing efforts to reunite children with their families after they were separated by conflict in the region According to the Ukrainian government since the conflict erupted in February 2022 as many as 20 000 Ukrainian children have been taken from their homes A children's orphanage or boarding school in Russia where 1 984 children have been repatriated We explained that removing children from the conflict zone was for humanitarian reasons Meanwhile Ukraine's authorities accuse the children of being taken away to be assimilated into Russian society Regarding this issue First Lady Melania Trump expressed appreciation for the efforts of all involved parties She said she appreciates the efforts by Russia and Ukraine to reunite the displaced children with their families she simultaneously called for strengthened international cooperation emphasizing that although the parties are collaborating and maintaining effective communication I continue to urge Russia and Ukraine to intensify their efforts to ensure every child can safely return to their families and guardians Earlier in October 2025 Melania Trump said she had established an open line of communication with President Vladimir Putin to discuss reuniting children Melania Trump's diplomatic outreach began when a letter she wrote was delivered to President Putin during an event in Alaska in August 2025 Later Mrs Melania announced that President Putin and I had established an open communication channel regarding the well-being of these children 7-Eleven refuses to serve federal agents The Trump administration has demanded an explanation from the 7-Eleven retail chain after a U S border patrol officer and federal agents were refused service at a gas station in Minneapolis late last month raising concerns about government vehicles' access to fuel Deputy Director of the U S General Services Administration Michael Lynch On February 5 they sent a letter to 7-Eleven's CEO Doe Rosenkrant requesting information regarding any internal investigations into the matter He warned that the partnership between the federal government and the world's largest chain of convenience stores could be affected In the letter Mr Lynch emphasized that these actions have raised concerns about the ability of federal agencies to access essential fuel and services A video circulating on social media posted on January 21 shows Border patrol supervisor Gregory Bovino exited a Speedway gas station owned by 7-Eleven while a store manager said I don't support ICE and no one here does According to GSA the refusal to serve appears to include both in-store shopping services and the ability to refuel while the GSA's Flexcard is used to pay for fuel and maintenance of federal vehicles and is accepted at approximately 95% of gas stations across the United States GSA said it would consider removing 7-Eleven from the Flexcard program if violations are detected This agency emphasizes that GSA values its collaborative relationship with businesses supporting federal government operations and appreciates your timely cooperation The incident occurred against the backdrop of several businesses in Minneapolis previously refusing service to immigration enforcement officers sparking debate over the relationship between personal political views and business obligations 7-Eleven has not yet provided an official response to the U S authorities' request for explanation FBI warns of online romance scams on Valentine's Day The U S Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) has issued a warning about the rising prevalence of online romance scams particularly around Valentine's Day As an increasing number of people turn to dating apps and social media to seek relationships In a statement on February 11 the FBI said fraudsters often pretend to build romantic relationships to steal money This agency emphasized that romance scammers are professionals at building trust and will appear sincere caring and trustworthy The FBI also warned that scam actors are present on most dating and social media platforms According to the FBI these individuals often quickly establish relationships even proposing marriage or planning in-person meetings However these meetings will never take place and afterward they will ask the victim to transfer money for various reasons The individuals typically claim to be working in construction or employed abroad The FBI said this makes it easier for them to avoid direct contact or to make urgent money transfer requests more convincing making healthcare or legal costs more affordable According to the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) total losses from romance scams in 2023 reached $1.12 billion With an average loss of about 2 000 USD per victim this is one of the most financially damaging scams currently in circulation The FBI advises the public to exercise caution when meeting people online and to verify the identity of the individual they're interacting with This agency advises users to review online images and personal information carefully ask plenty of questions and remain vigilant against any requests for money transfers Two U S warships collided at sea U S Southern Command confirmed that a guided-missile destroyer A U S Navy logistics support vessel collided during a underway replenishment operation resulting in minor injuries to two personnel According to a statement by Colonel Emmanuel Ortiz spokesperson for the Southern Command e incident occurred on February 11 when the Arleigh Burke-class destroyer USS Justin DDG-103 And the fast combat support ship USNS Supply is conducting underway refueling and logistics transfer operations at sea Ortiz said two staff members were slightly injured and are currently in stable condition The Southern Command responsible for the Central and South American regions as well as the Caribbean did not disclose the exact location where the accident occurred However according to the Washington Journal the incident occurred in waters near South America The cause of the malfunction remains undetermined and is currently under investigation USS Justin departed from Naval Base Norfolk Virginia on February 6 to begin its scheduled deployment while USNS Supply was operating in the Caribbean region Maritime resupply operations are typically conducted while the two vessels move parallel to each other o transport cargo food and essential supplies According to the U S Navy the USS Justin has around 300 sailors and a helicopter crew Part of the 2nd Fleet the force has been reestablished to enhance rapid response capabilities and safeguarding the interests of the United States and its allies in the context of an increasingly complex global security environment President Donald Trump ordered a military buildup in the Caribbean Sea Over the past few months as part of its broader effort targeting drug trafficking activities the United States has leveraged its military presence in the region o enforce sanctions against Venezuela's oil after arresting the country's president Nicolás Maduro in a nighttime raid in January U S officials stated that both vessels are now safe and can continue their journey following the incident The CIA continues releasing recruitment videos targeting Chinese military officers following the Zhang Huo Xie incident The U S Central Intelligence Agency (CIA) released a series of videos in Chinese on February 12 o call on Chinese officers and officials to provide informatio In a move seen as a new step to enhance intelligence gathering against a strategic rival The video shot from the perspective of an officer reflects the internal doubt and conflict within the military The person in the video said this is the world I'm familiar with But in recent days the truth has become increasingly clear Leaders protect only the interests and power built upon countless lies The CIA stated this operation is part of an effort to expand the intelligence network's direct access to potential sources CIA Director John Ratcliffe stated that last year's Chinese-language videos reached numerous Chinese citizens We know there are still many people striving to improve their lives and contribute to a better future He emphasized that the CIA will continue to provide opportunities for Chinese officials and citizens to collaborate In the latest video the fictional CIA officer continues to express concern about the future and personal responsibility This character says I can't let reckless individuals shape the future of my daughter As a soldier my duty is to protect the people and the nation This video ends with a clear message: the fate of the world is in your hands Despite censorship a CIA official revealed that previously accessed videos reached millions and helped us develop new sources Iran was elected vice-chair of the UN committee prompting international mockery Entrusting the chicken coop to the fox Ladies and gentlemen Iran has been elected as Vice-Chair of the United Nations Commission on Social Development drew intense criticism from policy analysts and human rights organizations condemn the hypocrisy of the United Nations in its treatment of non-democratic regimes The decision to appoint Iran was adopted by consensus during the committee meeting The delegates unanimously approved the agenda items and the leadership structure However this move comes amid criticism of the United Nations for its weak response ahead of the crackdown on protesters in Iran at the end of 2025 and the beginning of 2026 The U S Ambassador to the United Nations Lamaiwat criticized this decision posted on X that this is yet another reason why we are not members and also not involved in this absurd Social Development Committee Mr Ali Reza Rafatadeh Deputy Director of the Iranian National Resistance Council's U S Office believes tha e idea of Iran's government holding a leadership role in a United Nations body tasked with advancing democracy Gender equality and non-violence—this is shocking like handing over a chicken coop to a fox He emphasized that the Iranian regime should have been the target of investigation and held accountable before the United Nations tribunal for crimes against humanity And that decades of inaction have only made this administration increasingly brutal Hillel Neuer director of the UNWAS organization also spoke out with strong criticism He believed that by electing Iran to a leadership role in a committee on democracy and women's rights the United Nations had essentially made a mockery of itself He accused the Iranian government of suppressing women and killing tens of thousands of civilians while also considering this appointment to send a very dangerous message Analyst Alisa Datari from Iran stated that Iran's appointment sends a negative signal to the international community particularly Iranian women She said that for Iranian women facing the risk of imprisonment e act of not wearing a head covering witnessing the Tehran government being granted leadership role Like a punch to the face at a social development committee She also believes the decisions made by the United Nations are fueling doubts about their fairness She said the United Nations has adopted hundreds of resolutions targeting certain countries While regimes accused of serious human rights violations receive preferential treatment This makes the organization appear more like a political stage than an ethical leadership body South Korea's intelligence agency reports that Kim Jong-un's daughter may be chosen as his successor South Korea's intelligence agency believes that the daughter of North Korean leader Kim Jong-un is nearing confirmation as the country's future successor marking the potential transfer of power to the fourth generation within the ruling family According to the Associated Press South Korea's intelligence agency ANIS informed its lawmakers a meeting they noted that they are closely monitoring Kim Choo-ae's increasingly prominent role Kim Jong-un's daughter a girl around 13 years old Intelligence officials are particularly watching for the possibility of her appearing alongside her father in front of the assembly of delegates at the upcoming Workers' Party Congress of North Korea Representative Lee Sung-kyun who attended the meeting said There has been a notable shift in the intelligence agency's assessment He stated that previously South Korean intelligence described Kim Choo-ae as being in the stage of succession training And currently they have moved into the phase of appointing a successor This marks a significant change Kim Jong-un is the third generation of the Kim family to lead the country following his father Kim Jong-il and grandfather Kim Il-sung According to previous information from the NIS the North Korean leader is believed to have at least three children Among them is an older boy and a younger child whose gender has not been determined However Kim Choo-ae has recently been frequently seen appearing alongside her father at public events cluding weapons testing and official state activities China's economy is struggling forcing people to sell their blood to survive Amid declining economic conditions and rising unemployment Many people in China are forced to sell blood just to survive Mr Chen Hou a resident of Beijing said unemployment is spreading widely leading many people to become homeless and without stable income He said that many people cannot even find basic low-skilled jobs They have no money and no food If they sell their blood they will be paid money or provided with food He said some people even sell their blood twice a week just to survive In Beijing a blood broker said Donating blood can provide considerable income According to blood type he said that type A and type O blood are currently priced at around 800 yuan Blood types AB and B are priced at around 700 yuan He added that he could arrange connections with hospitals in Beijing o help complete the procedures and schedule the blood donation According to Chinese regulations selling blood has been prohibited since 1998 and only permits voluntary blood donation However the trade of blood continues to take place under the guise of providing nutritional support for donors Mr Duong Dong said the process was similar to regular blood donation at a hospital When they received money they were told it was a nutritional allowance A worker from Guangdong province said he was forced to sell his blood after his company went bankrupt due to post-COVID-19 lockdown measures He said I had sold blood several times and earned about 2 000 yuan But now they're saying that if I continue selling blood I could die He added that the hospital couldn't refer to it as selling blood since that would be illegal so they called it blood donation instead According to independent reports from certain areas in Beijing freelance job opportunities are on the rise Those unable to find work were forced to sell their blood as a last resort for survival Experts warn this situation reflects deep-seated economic challenges and systemic social management issues The provincial analyst revealed that illegal blood trafficking has existed for a long time but was previously conducted in secret and today has become an open trading activity He warned that the rise in such activities would cause serious harm o the entire blood products industry He also believes this phenomenon reflects the growing economic pressure on the public He said that the very fact this has become a functioning word reflects social management chaos and rising unemployment Yes dear viewers we kindly conclude today's program on New Sky Horizon right here The editor sincerely thanks you for your valuable feedback and for your continued support of Sky Horizon Before leaving the screen Ngọc Vi invites you to subscribe to the channel and click the bell icon to receive our latest updates Ngọc Vi sincerely thanks everyone and goodbye until we meet again in the next episodes