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International Affairs
Foreign policy, geopolitics, alliances, and the global events reshaping American interests abroad.
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Pope Leo XIV Taps Anthropic Co-Founder for AI Encyclical Launch on May 25
Pope Leo XIV will launch his first encyclical, Magnifica Humanitas, on May 25, focusing on AI and human dignity, with An
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Taiwan's Lai Defends US Arms as Deterrent After Trump Calls Sales a 'Bargaining Chip'
Taiwan President Lai Ching-te reaffirmed that US arms purchases are a crucial deterrent, responding to Trump's suggestio
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Trump Secures $17B Annual Chinese Farm Purchases Through 2028
The White House announced Sunday that China will purchase at least $17 billion in U.S. agricultural products annually th
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Trump Issues Ultimatum to Iran as Nuclear Talks Hit Deadlock
President Trump warned Iran on Sunday that time is running out for a deal, as peace negotiations remain deadlocked and T
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Three Moves to Reverse US Losses in Iran Conflict
The US is losing its war with Iran. Former Rep. Jane Harman proposes a three-part plan: build a coalition to reopen the
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Trump's Unchecked Military Strikes Erode Global Norms and Legitimacy
The Trump administration's escalating unilateral military strikes, from drug boats to Iran, undermine international law
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Cuba's Fuel Crisis Deepens as Trump Administration Tightens Screws
Cuba has run out of oil and diesel, triggering rolling blackouts and protests, as the Trump administration intensifies p
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Bill Maher Mocks Trump's Beijing Summit: 'China Knows What Trump Likes'
Bill Maher ripped President Trump's summit with Xi Jinping, saying China 'knows what Trump likes'—pomp, parades, and dum
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Trump Raises Jimmy Lai Case With Xi, Drawing Praise From Detained Mogul's Daughter
Claire Lai praised Trump for raising her father's case with Xi Jinping, calling the president a man of his word. Jimmy L
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Waltz: Trump Delivered Clear Message to Xi on Taiwan Status Quo
Ambassador Waltz said Trump was clear with Xi on maintaining Taiwan status quo, aligning with strategic ambiguity policy
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Israel Kills Hamas Commander Who Helped Plan Oct. 7 Attack
Israel killed a senior Hamas commander involved in planning the Oct. 7, 2023 attack. The strike raises tensions as the U
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Rubio: Iran's Attempts to Use US Politics for Leverage Won't Force a 'Bad' Deal on Trump
Secretary of State Marco Rubio rejected the idea that Iran could leverage U.S. domestic politics or energy costs to forc