* * Global Political News: May Day Protests, U.S.–Qatar Deal & New Pope Elected

🌍 World & Political News – May 2025

May Day Demonstrations Around the World

On May 1, millions of people throughout the world will engage in demonstrations in defense of workers’ rights and against powerful political and business figures. Protests like these took place in nations as various as the United States, Japan and Turkey.

In the U.S., a protest goup that calls themselves the “50501” movement were the organizers of the demonstrations. They were specifically anti-President Trump and billionaire Elon Musk, who were called out for using their power to influence government decisions and not paying attention to everyday people.

U.S. and Qatar Sign Major Economic Deal

The United States signs an economic agreement worth $1.2 trillion with Qatar. This deal focuses on crucial sectors – defense (military), infrastructure (roads and structures), and energy.

This agreement is a significant move toward closer relations between the two countries. It could usher in new jobs, business prospects and a more collegial relationship between the U.S. and Qatar.

New Pope Elected: Leo XIV

The Catholic Church has a new Pope. His name is Robert Francis Prevost, and he has taken the name Pope Leo XIV.

He is the break through Pope because HE is the first North American pope. He is the first Pope of Peruvian and U.S. nationality. It is a new day in the Catholic Church, and people are looking to see what he will do differently.

These international gatherings demonstrate how activists from around the world are driving change, finding new allies and witnessing significant changes in leadership.