Foreign Policy
Five Americans held by Iran on their way home, White House says
WASHINGTON — Five Americans held hostage in Iran will soon return home after President Biden agreed to release the same number of Iranian prisoners in the US and unfreeze $6 billion in Tehran assets, the White House announced Monday. For the full article, click...
Donald Trump announces 2024 presidential run to make US ‘great and glorious again’
PALM BEACH, Fla. — Former President Donald Trump ended months of speculation and launched his bid to retake the White House in 2024 Tuesday, an early attempt to clear the GOP primary field ahead of a potential rematch against Joe Biden. For the full article, click...
America has lost its purpose – UnHerd
With Ayman al-Zawahiri dead, now is time for Washington to abandon the failed counterterrorism policies of the last two decades. For the full article, click here.
Russia says ‘no agreements’ yet on swap for Brittney Griner, Paul Whelan
Russia said Thursday that no deal has been reached on any prisoner exchange with the US a day after reports emerged that Washington had proposed sending back notorious arms dealer Viktor Bout to secure the release of WNBA star Brittney Griner and former Marine Paul...
US to keep 100K troops in Europe to face Russia threat as Biden vows to ‘step up’
President Biden said Wednesday the US will boost its long-term military presence in Europe to counter the threat of Russian expansion — including creating a permanent headquarters for American troops in Poland. For the full article, click here.
Lloyd Austin warns Wei Fenghe, China to back off of Taiwan
Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin warned his Chinese counterpart this week to back off when it comes to Taiwan, telling him China must “refrain from further destabilizing actions.” For the full article, click here.
Taiwan President Tsai Ing-wen looks forward to ‘cooperation’ with US on regional security
TAIPEI — The United States is planning on “cooperation” between its National Guard and Taiwan’s military, Taiwan President Tsai Ing-wen said on Tuesday, deepening security ties in the face of what Taipei’s government complains is a rising threat from China. For the...
Defense chief Austin speaks with Chinese counterpart for first time in office
Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin held a call with his Chinese opposite number for the first time while in office Wednesday as a follow-up to last month’s virtual meeting between President Biden and Chinese President Xi Jinping. For the full article, click here.