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A year of strikes: US military operations surge under Trump
Under President Donald Trump's leadership, U.S. military operations have significantly increased abroad. This marks a shift from previous administrations towards more active combat engagement....
Ukraine 2025: A Lookback on Major Events Surrounding the War-Torn Nation
In a retrospective analysis, the year 2024 for Ukraine is characterized by continuous diplomatic tensions and political unrest, as well as increasing support and pressure from allied nations....
Putin Vows Not To Wage More Wars If West Respects Russia
Russian President Vladimir Putin has made a commitment that Russia will not initiate further wars if the Western nations respect and treat Russia with dignity. This statement came during recent diplom...
Trump pays tribute to 2 Iowa Guard soldiers, vows retaliation
President Trump paid tribute to Sergeant William Nathaniel Howard and Sergeant Edgar Brian Torres Tovar from the Iowa National Guard during an arrival ceremony for their remains at Andrews Air Force B...
Trump Warns That the U.S. Will Acquire Greenland One Way or Another
U.S. President Donald Trump has expressed an aggressive stance towards acquiring territorial rights over Greenland, indicating that he is determined to pursue this goal regardless of any diplomatic ch...
Former Head of American Intelligence Reveals Unseen Details and How CIA Has Profited: We Expected Putin to Be Much More Effective
The former chief of American intelligence has disclosed new details about the operations and strategies involving Russia's President Vladimir Putin, expressing disappointment in the perceived ineffect...
French Exit from NATO: A Planned Departure Process Should Be Initiated
The article discusses concerns and considerations regarding France potentially initiating a process to leave NATO in a planned manner. It highlights the need for a structured departure if such an acti...
Not American: Greenlanders Reject Donald Trump's Threats
Greenlanders are expressing strong opposition to President Donald Trump's recent threats regarding Greenland, emphasizing their sovereignty and rejecting any notion of the country coming under U.S. ow...
Israel's Netanyahu hopes to 'taper' Israel off US military aid in next decade
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu expressed his intention to reduce Israel's reliance on American military aid and eventually achieve full independence from such assistance within the next 10 ...
Trump: We will get Greenland one way or another, easy or hard
U.S. President Donald Trump has expressed his intent to acquire Greenland, regardless of the ease or difficulty involved in achieving this goal. His comments reflect a continued interest and strategic...
The Flaw in Trump's Logic for Acquiring Greenland
The article critiques former US President Donald Trump's consideration of purchasing Greenland from Denmark, questioning the strategic rationale behind such an endeavor and highlighting potential geop...
Supporting an America First State Department
David Maxwell proposes establishing a Deputy Secretary of State for Military Affairs at the U.S. Department of State to better integrate military and diplomatic efforts, aligning with 'America First' ...
After Venezuela, Who’s Next?
President Donald Trump has signaled a shift from his previous stance of avoiding new military conflicts, implying potential intervention beyond Venezuela....
Zelenskyy appoints Chrystia Freeland as economic development advisor to Ukraine
President Volodymyr Zelenskyy has appointed former Canadian deputy prime minister and ambassador Chrystia Freeland as an economic development adviser for Ukraine. Her role is expected to focus on rebu...
Vance argues Venezuela attack will help curb fentanyl crisis
Vice President Pence defended the U.S. military strike on Venezuela by arguing that it could contribute to reducing the flow of illicit drugs like fentanyl into the country. This defense comes in resp...
Zelenskyy Announces Meetings with US, Europe on Ukraine Security
President Volodymyr Zelenskyy has announced upcoming meetings with the United States and European countries aimed at bolstering security cooperation and support for Ukraine in response to Russian aggr...
U.S. in 2025: Chaos and Polarization
An analysis by Xinhua suggests that the United States will face increasing political discord and social division by the year 2025, characterized by deepening ideological schisms and instability. The a...
China Declares US Interference in Taiwan Affairs Unacceptable
Chinese officials have strongly condemned any form of interference by the United States in matters related to Taiwan. This statement underscores China's firm stance against external involvement in wha...
Geopolitical Risks Facing Our Country in the New Year
The article discusses potential geopolitical risks and challenges that Turkey may face in the upcoming year, including regional conflicts, economic instability, and diplomatic tensions with neighborin...
Trump Confirms US Attack on Venezuelan Narcotics Hub
US President Donald Trump has confirmed that the United States conducted an attack on a narcotics hub in Venezuela. The action aimed at disrupting drug trafficking operations within the country....
‘Two Questions Remain’: Zelensky on Conditions for Peace After Trump Meeting
President Zelensky returned from his meeting with President Trump and discussed conditions necessary for peace in Ukraine, the possibility of introducing foreign troops, and updates on reparations iss...
Convergence Amid Divergence: America, China, and the Emerging Minimalist World Order
The article discusses how despite significant policy differences in implementation, the foreign policy worldviews of the United States and China are converging towards a minimalist approach to global ...
Zelenskyy says meeting with Trump to happen in the near future
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy announced that he expects to meet with U.S. President Donald Trump in the coming weeks or months, though no specific details about time or location have been di...
China’s military buildup makes US increasingly vulnerable, DOD says
The Pentagon's annual report on the Chinese People’s Liberation Army (PLA) highlights a 'historic' buildup that is making the United States increasingly vulnerable....
Estonia Issues Shoot-to-Kill Warning Over Russia’s ‘Little Green Men’
The Minister for Foreign Affairs of Estonia, Margus Tsahkna, has issued warnings that Estonian forces will respond with lethal force against unidentified troops attempting to cross the country's borde...
‘This is shattering’: Europe reels from Trump’s new world order
The article discusses how Europe continues to seek cooperation with the United States under President Donald Trump but finds itself facing challenges that indicate a growing independence. The year has...
Mistrial in case of ex-top aide to New York Governor charged with working as China agent
A mistrial has been declared in the case of Linda Sun, former New York state official, who was accused of working as an agent for China and violating the Foreign Agents Registration Act. The jury coul...
Russia and China May Simultaneously Attack Taiwan and Europe
The article discusses a hypothetical scenario where Russia and China launch simultaneous military campaigns against Taiwan and European countries, suggesting strategic coordination between the two nat...
Why is Trump Behaving in Ways that Benefit Moscow?
A former U.S. intelligence official discusses potential reasons for President Donald Trump's actions that appear to advantage Moscow over Washington interests....
The Destruction of the Transatlantic West Will Weaken America Itself
An opinion piece by Joschka Fischer discusses how the weakening of transatlantic relations between Western nations could harm American interests and security. Fischer warns that undermining this allia...
US designates three Muslim Brotherhood chapters as global terrorists
The United States has officially designated the Egyptian, Lebanese, and Jordanian branches of the Muslim Brotherhood as globally recognized terrorist entities, citing their alleged support for Hamas. ...
Clock ticks in Cuba as Trump cuts off Venezuelan oil
Cuba faces uncertainty due to a significant reduction in oil imports from Venezuela under President Trump's policies. The scarcity of crude oil is becoming critical for the country's stability....
US Offers Ukraine 15-Year Security Guarantee As Part Of Peace Plan, Says Zelenskyy
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy claims that the United States has proposed a 15-year security guarantee for Ukraine as part of an international peace plan. Details and specifics about this pro...
US pledges US$2 billion for UN humanitarian aid as Trump slashes funding
The US has announced a commitment of $2 billion to UN humanitarian aid while President Trump's administration cuts overall foreign assistance funding and issues warnings about financial constraints. T...
In Two Months, Trump Prepares Another Surprise for the World
The article suggests that President Donald Trump will likely deliver another surprising move or announcement on the global stage within two months, continuing his trend of unexpected actions and state...
Post-Miami: Americans Back Ukraine, See Russia as Enemy – But Want Endgame
A recent poll indicates that Americans view Russia negatively and support Ukraine but are unsure about the U.S.' strategic plan to conclude the conflict....
‘I don’t need international law’: Trump’s Wild West doctrine freezes European brains
European nations are grappling with the implications of US President Donald Trump's approach to international relations, which disregards traditional diplomatic norms and multilateral agreements. The ...
Taiwan arms, missing Chinese boy, Trump’s Jimmy Lai appeal: 7 US-China relations reads
The article compiles seven key news stories about U.S.-China relations from recent weeks, including analysis on how former President Donald Trump's foreign policy changes affected alliances and provid...
US Warns of 'New Actions' After Strikes on Nigeria
The United States has issued a warning about potential 'new actions' following recent military strikes conducted against targets in Nigeria. The statement implies that the US is prepared to escalate i...
Military Quote of the Day By Theodore Roosevelt: ‘Speak softly and carry a big stick; you will go far’
Theodore Roosevelt used the phrase 'speak softly and carry a big stick' to guide his foreign policy approach during his presidency. Despite his frail childhood and bookish education, he crafted one of...
2025: The Year Pakistan Stepped Back into the Spotlight
Pakistan has regained its prominence in global affairs after years of relative marginalization. This shift indicates an increase in Pakistan's international influence and interactions....
Can the Nordic countries and Poland create a nuclear umbrella?
Reports suggest that Europe may face changes in U.S. military priorities, with increased focus on Asia and possible reductions in European engagement. This has prompted discussions about alternative s...
The Incredible Shrinking Secretary of State
This commentary discusses the diminishing role and influence of the United States Secretary of State position, focusing on current developments and historical context....
Trump's bet on regime change in Venezuela is a sharp departure from MAGA agenda
Recent actions by President Trump have included military interventions in various countries such as Syria, Iraq, Iran, Nigeria, Yemen and Somalia, along with threats to invade Greenland and Panama. Th...
Trump’s Venezuelan Regime Change: Why Do People Keep Getting Him Wrong on Foreign Policy?
An analysis piece questioning why observers were surprised by President Trump's actions towards regime change in Venezuela, suggesting that many did not predict his involvement despite discussions and...
Trump Suggests US Carried Out First Land Attack Against Cartels in Venezuela
President Donald Trump made an unverified statement implying that the United States conducted its first land-based military operation against criminal cartels operating within Venezuela. The claim lac...
As Trump and Zelenskyy Meet in Florida, Kyiv Hopes This Time May Be Different
U.S. President Donald Trump and newly elected Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy are meeting in Florida, with expectations that this visit will signal a shift in relations between the two countri...
US Decripts Putin and Bush Conversation Transcripts
The United States has declassified transcripts of conversations between Russian President Vladimir Putin and former US President George W. Bush. The release provides insights into the bilateral relati...
China has always done as it pleased — until now
The article suggests that China has historically faced no significant repercussions from U.S. presidents of any political affiliation when failing to uphold commitments....
Trump on Greenland: Their Defense Relies on Two Dogs with Rifles - US Will Take Them 'One Way or Another'
Former U.S. President Donald Trump commented on the military defense capabilities of Greenland, suggesting they are very minimal, relying on just two dogs with rifles for security. Trump stated that d...
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