Trump seeks to delay meeting with Xi in China
The escalating war in Iran has overshadowed many of the US’ foreign policy objectives
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Trump’s confidence is undimmed – but every Iran option comes with risk
The odds of a quick resolution to the war appear to be dwindling by the day, and the political stakes for the president are only growing.
Continue ReadingFrom tornadoes to blizzards, severe weather batters parts of the US
Millions are under weather warnings as mix of snow, thunderstorms, and high winds hit parts of the eastern US, while the west coast faces extreme heat.
Continue ReadingMexico City breaks Guinness Record with giant football training session
A sea of people took over Mexico City’s Zocalo square on Sunday, breaking the Guinness World Records for largest football lesson. The city’s main square became an open-air training ground with 9,500 people practicing football drills under the guidance of instructors. Organisers said the turnout surpassed the previous Guinness World Records set in Seattle in […]
Continue ReadingWary allies show there’s no quick fix to Trump’s Iran crisis
European leaders are hesitant to help Trump secure the Strait of Hormuz, but they know inaction on the Iran war isn’t really an option.
Continue ReadingRussia agrees to stop using Kenyan recruits in Ukraine conflict, Kenya says
Some 1,000 Kenyans are believed to have recruited to fight in Ukraine – many say they were lured under false pretences.
Continue ReadingIran hits key UAE oil port and Dubai airport
The port of Fujairah plays a crucial role in helping keep global supplies moving when the Strait of Hormuz is blocked.
Continue ReadingEcuador deploys 75,000 soldiers and police to combat drug gangs
Citizens of the most violent-wracked provinces have been warned the government is “at war” with the gangs.
Continue ReadingFrench national jailed for 10 years in Azerbaijan for spying
Martin Ryan was accused of collecting secret information about Baku’s military co-operation with Turkey and Pakistan.
Continue ReadingWho wants what from the Iran war?
A next best result for the US would be if a severely damaged Islamic Republic were to then modify its behaviour, stop mistreating its citizens and end its support for radical militias in the region. Again, this looks unlikely after Iran chose as its new supreme leader, a man most likely to irritate Washington in […]
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