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Foreign policy, geopolitics, alliances, and the global events reshaping American interests abroad.
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Six Americans Languish in Iran as Trump Weighs Deal—Families Demand Action
At least six Americans remain detained in Iran. Families and advocates urge the Trump administration to demand their rel
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Trump Administration Reviews Mexican Consulates as Bilateral Tensions Escalate
The U.S. is reviewing Mexican consulates for potential closures, deepening strains with Mexico over cartel policy, indic
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Iran-Backed Attacks Drive UAE Deeper into Israel's Arms, Strains Gulf Ties
The UAE has suffered over 2,000 attacks from Iran-backed forces, prompting an unprecedented Israeli deployment of troops
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Trump Sets July 4 Tariff Ultimatum for EU, Threatens Major Hikes
President Trump has given the EU until July 4 to comply with a trade agreement or face significantly higher tariffs, esc
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Trump and Lula Skip Press as White House Meeting Yields Sparse Details
President Trump and Brazilian President Lula held a high-stakes White House meeting without press access. Trump's brief
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Trump's Shadow Diplomacy: How Real Estate Moguls Replaced State Department Pros
The Trump administration has systematically sidelined the State Department, replacing professional diplomats with person
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Trump Hosts Brazil's Lula at White House for Trade and Security Talks
President Trump hosts Brazilian President Lula at the White House for talks on trade and security, with both leaders see
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Rubio Meets Pope Leo at Vatican as Trump Escalates Feud Over Iran War
Secretary of State Marco Rubio met Pope Leo XIV at the Vatican on Thursday, days after President Trump intensified his f
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Biden's Chip Curbs Backfired: Huawei Now Rivals US in AI Race
Biden's export controls on advanced chips were meant to hobble Huawei. Instead, they concentrated its market, fueled sta
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US Proposes One-Page Iran Deal: Halting Enrichment, Freeing Hormuz, Lifting Sanctions
The US has proposed a one-page memorandum to end hostilities with Iran, addressing nuclear enrichment, sanctions relief,
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Macron Demands Immediate Reopening of Strait of Hormuz After Talks with Iran's President
French President Macron demanded the Strait of Hormuz reopen without conditions after talks with Iran's leader, warning
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Oil Prices Tumble on Hopes of US-Iran Strait of Hormuz Deal
Oil prices fell sharply Wednesday on reports the US and Iran are nearing a deal to reopen the Strait of Hormuz. Brent cr