US foreign policy
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Trump Criticizes Israel’s ‘Violent’ Strike, Says US Uninformed
President Donald Trump stated Israel “violently lashed out” at a facility, claiming the U.S. was unaware of the attack and questioning the level of destruction.
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Thomas Friedman Defines Iran’s ‘Strategy of Out-Crazy’
New York Times columnist Thomas Friedman outlines how Iran utilizes a calculated ‘strategy of out-crazy’ to challenge U.S. influence in the Middle East.
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Iran’s Trade Hub Ambitions Threatened by US
Iran was poised to become a major Eurasian trade hub, but US actions and fears of a stronger rival may be disrupting its ambitious transport corridor plans.
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Iran-Israel Conflict Escalates with Sustained Regional Strikes
Iran and Israel engaged in widespread cross-border military exchanges Saturday, marking a critical escalation. Sustained retaliatory actions across the Middle East raise concerns over regional stability and civilian safety.
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Pedro Sánchez Rejects US Iran Strikes, Defying Trump Threats
Spanish Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez firmly rejected U.S. requests to use military bases for Iran airstrikes, defying Donald Trump’s trade threats. Spain’s ‘No to war’ stance underscores a diplomatic rift.
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Kurdish Militias Launch Offensive in Iran Amid US Support Talks
Iranian Kurdish forces have launched a ground offensive against regime targets in western Iran, following reports of U.S. intelligence discussions.
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Iran Missile Strike on Turkey Won’t Trigger NATO Article 5
A reported Iranian ballistic missile strike targeting NATO member Turkey was intercepted, but U.S. officials state it will not trigger NATO’s collective defense clause.
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US Backing for Iranian Kurdish Opposition Signals New Phase
International media report the U.S. is arming Iranian Kurdish groups, with President Trump engaging leaders. This signals a new phase in Iran’s opposition, raising questions about regional stability and a potential uprising.
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US Ends Spain Trade Over Denied Military Base Access Amid Iran Tensions
President Trump announced an immediate halt to all trade with Spain after Madrid denied U.S. forces access to military bases for operations against Iran.
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North Korea’s Nuclear Stance Hardens Post-Iran Airstrike
North Korean leader Kim Jong-un affirmed confidence in his nuclear deterrent after a U.S. strike on Iran, while the IAEA reported Pyongyang’s significant nuclear program expansion. This signals escalating regional instability.
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Mark Carney Declares End of US-Led World Order in Davos
Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney asserted the end of the US-led global order at Davos, urging nations to forge a new, independent architecture.
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US Plans Full Syria Troop Withdrawal Over Next Two Months
The United States is reportedly withdrawing all 1,000 troops from Syria over the next two months, marking a significant policy shift and strengthening ties with the new Syrian government.
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US Bolsters Mideast Naval Presence Amid Iran Nuclear Diplomacy Push
The United States is deploying a second aircraft carrier to the Middle East, the USS Gerald R. Ford, signaling increased pressure on Iran even as diplomatic efforts continue to secure a nuclear deal.
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After Armenia Visit, Vance’s Deleted ‘Genocide’ Post Reignites US Policy Debate
A social media post from Vice President JD Vance’s account, referring to the 1915 Armenian massacres as ‘genocide,’ was deleted by the White House following his visit to Yerevan, sparking immediate controversy and reigniting debate over U.S. policy and its…
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Saudi Arabia: Mixed Signals on Iran, New US Arms, UK Hacking Verdict
Saudi Arabia has been at the center of a complex web of international developments this week, from issuing conflicting statements on a potential U.S. strike against Iran and securing major U.S. arms deals, to facing a landmark UK High Court…