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Trump signals push to end Ukraine war
The president-elect says ending the Russia-Ukraine conflict is a priority, without detailing how.
NPR · 1m
Trump announces Ukraine ceasefire Zelenskyy says he wasn't consulted
Donald Trump claims Russia and Ukraine have agreed to stop attacking energy infrastructure, but Volodymyr Zelenskyy says the deal is news to him and demands reciprocal action from Moscow.
the Guardian · 2m
Trump announces fuel deal with Russia
Trump announces a fuel deal with Russia, raising questions about what it means for US sanctions policy.
NPR · 1m
Three years after October 7
The Hamas attack and Israel's response continue to reshape politics, diplomacy and conflict across the world.
Vox · 2m
Trump pivots to Belarus for fertiliser as Canada trade war escalates
The US president says he is negotiating a major potash deal with Belarus, moving away from Canada amid a trade dispute and toward a Russian ally.
the Guardian · 1m
Trump attacks Iran, Cuba at UN, defends AI growth
President Trump used a UN address to defend his Iran war, criticise Cuba, and argue against AI restrictions.
CNBC · 2m
Trump backs Venezuela's new leader in oil power play
US President Donald Trump meets Venezuela's interim President Delcy Rodríguez at the UN, cementing American control over the country's vast oil reserves.
BBC News · 1m
Canada and EU defy Trump with closer alliance
Mark Carney backs EU associate membership for Canada despite US threats of tariffs and trade retaliation.
the Guardian · 1m
Trump at UN: Iran ultimatum, praise for Burnham
The US president issues stark choices on Iran while meeting world leaders at the General Assembly.
BBC News · 1m
US backs away from Yemen fight after Houthi talks
American officials met Iran-backed Houthis in Oman and decided against supporting Saudi Arabia's military push in Yemen.
the Guardian · 2m
Trump's 'infinite' Greenland security deal explained
The US claims a sweeping new agreement with Denmark and Greenland, but details remain murky and locals are deeply skeptical.
Mother Jones · 1m
Settler violence is reshaping US politics on Israel
Even pro-Israel Republicans are condemning West Bank attacks, uniting Democrats and complicating Trump's approach.
Vox · 4m
US blocks Palestinian officials from UN assembly again
Trump administration denies visas to Palestinian delegation for second consecutive year, citing ICC actions and terrorism concerns.
the Guardian · 1m
Report: US will pay for $2.8 billion in bombs for Israel
The Trump administration plans to fund Israel's purchase of 40,000 heavy bombs with US money, even as most Americans oppose more military aid.
Rolling Stone · 1m
How al-Shabab Outlasted Three Peacekeeping Missions
Two decades and $3.6 billion in U.S. money later, the group the peacekeepers came to beat runs its own state.
Foreign Policy · 3m
Trump Has Killed Strategic Ambiguity Over Taiwan
Washington once kept Beijing guessing about defending Taiwan. Now the guessing is over, and that is the danger.
Foreign Policy · 3m
Five Countries Head For The Exit At The ICC
Niger, Burkina Faso, Mali, Venezuela and Chad filed to quit the world's war crimes court while Washington cheered them on.
Dallas Express · 2m
Why 9/11 Still Baffles Us, 25 Years On
A small band of jihadists baited the world's only superpower into a quarter century of self-inflicted strategic ruin.
Foreign Policy · 4m
The US is no longer striking drug boats alone
Rubio says Washington now wants joint operations with Latin American allies, but the strikes have not stopped.
the Guardian · 1m