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South China Sea joint statement says China's maritime claims have no basis
SOUTHCHINASEA-JOINTSTATEMENT:South China Sea joint statement says China's maritime claims have no basis
Trump sends another warning to Iran as the Islamic Republic vows to fight back
(The Center Square) – A significant U.S. naval presence is heading toward Iran as President Donald Trump warns the Islamic Republic to “make a deal.”
U.S. effort to limit China’s influence reaches Latin America
(The Center Square) – The Trump administration’s effort to curb China’s influence in the Western Hemisphere is impacting politics across Latin America, including in countries where conservative candidates want U.S.
U.S. Warship Makes First Visit to Chinese-Backed Ream Naval Base in Cambodia
The U.S. Navy littoral combat ship USS Cincinnati visited Cambodia’s Ream Naval Base on Saturday (Jan. 24). This marks the first time a U.S. warship has docked there since Cambodia completed renovations and upgrades to the port last year with assistance from the Chinese Communist Party (CCP).
Abbott expands prohibited technologies for state employees
(The Center Square) – Texas Gov. Greg Abbott on Monday expanded a list of banned technologies for state employees and devices. It’s the latest of many actions the governor has
U.S. withdrawal from WHO completed over COVID-19 mishandling
(The Center Square) – The United States completed its withdrawal from the World Health Organization due to the group’s mishandling of the COVID-19 pandemic, with a medical group praising the
Trump threatens 100% tariffs on Canada over China deal
(The Center Square) – President Donald Trump warned Canada that all its exports to the U.S. could face 100% tariffs if Canada finalizes a deal with China.
Trump says Greenland deal underway despite few details
(The Center Square) – President Donald Trump said Thursday a deal structure regarding Greenland is developing after he stepped back from threatened tariffs on European allies, which he previously linked
Trump calls off tariffs over Greenland after deal with NATO leader
(The Center Square) – President Donald Trump called off tariffs on U.S. allies opposed to his plans to annex Greenland after announcing a tentative deal with NATO Secretary General Mark
House China Special Committee: UK Approves CCP Super Embassy 'Against Common Sense'
Following the UK's approval on Tuesday (January 20) of the CCP's application to establish a new 'super embassy' in central London, the chairman of the U.S. House China Special Committee remarked that the UK's decision is 'against common sense.'
Trump slams 'stupid' UK decision to give back key military base
(The Center Square) – President Donald Trump sharply criticized the United Kingdom's decision to hand over the Chagos Islands, the location of a strategic U.S. military base, to Mauritius.
European nations join together to oppose Trump's plans for Greenland
(The Center Square) – U.S. allies in Europe are banding together against President Donald Trump's ultimatum: tax imported goods from their countries unless Denmark surrenders control of strategically important Greenland.
Iranian Exiled Crown Prince: Many Military Personnel Have Pledged Loyalty to Him
Following a wave of large-scale protests in Iran, the U.S.-based human rights organisation HRANA reported on January 17 (Saturday) that the estimated death toll has risen to over 3,000.
Trump eyes tariffs to pressure Greenland
(The Center Square) – President Donald Trump said Friday that he could use tariffs in his bid to annex Greenland, an Arctic island with critical mineral reserves, proximity to shipping
Vance's tie-breaking vote tanks resolution restricting Venezuela military actions
(The Center Square) – By the slimmest of margins, the U.S. Senate successfully derailed a resolution that would have curtailed the Trump administration’s power to continue military action in Venezuela.
Trump announces 25% tariff on nations doing business with Iran
(The Center Square) – President Donald Trump on Monday said any nation that does business with Iran will face a 25% tariff on imports as massive protests in the Islamic
The Downfall of Maduro, an Intimate Friend: Why is Putin Unexpectedly Silent?
On Saturday, January 3, the United States announced that it had arrested Venezuelan President Maduro through a large-scale military operation. Although the Russian Foreign Ministry, as a long-time 'intimate friend' of Venezuela, issued a statement supporting the country immediately, President Putin, who truly shapes Russia's political landscape, surprisingly chose to remain silent.
Venezuela resorts to floating storage as onshore tanks fill up amid ship seizures
VENEZUELA-OIL:Venezuela resorts to floating storage as onshore tanks fill up amid ship seizures
Lebanon denies any army link to Hezbollah after Israeli strike
ISRAEL-PALESTINIANS-LEBANON-HEZBOLLAH-ARMY:Lebanon denies any army link to Hezbollah after Israeli strike
US delays announcement of China chip tariffs until 2027
USA-CHINA-SEMICONDUCTORS:US delays announcement of China chip tariffs until 2027
Two men found guilty of UK plot to kill hundreds of Jews as IS fears grow
BRITAIN-COURT-ATTACKS:Two men found guilty of UK plot to kill hundreds of Jews as IS fears grow