David Brennan
News Reporter
David Brennan is currently a World News reporter for Newsweek. Prior to joining Newsweek in early 2017, he reported on British politics and global current affairs as a staff writer at International Business Times. He has also held reporting roles at a selection of trade publications covering the healthcare, transport and property industries. Originally from London, David graduated from the University of Cambridge in 2012 where he studied history. You can contact him at d.brennan@newsweek.com.
GOP Reps Attack Trump's Taliban Invite Before 9/11 Anniversary
Illinois Rep. Adam Kinzinger and Florida Rep. Michael Waltz both had tough words for the commander in chief after he invited Taliban leaders to Camp David.
'Auschwitz-Themed' Barbie Exhibit Accused of Trivializing Holocaust
The artwork sparked outrage at Burning Man and has been the subject of multiple complaints to the Ant-Defamation League.
Mattis Says Russia 'Mucked Around' in Elections, U.S. Needs to Face Putin
The former secretary of defense said the days of cooperation with Russia are gone and that the U.S. must stand alongside its allies against President Vladimir Putin.
Robert Mugabe: World Reacts to Death of Ex-Zimbabwe President and Dictator
The 95-year-old, who died in Singapore, ruled Zimbabwe with an iron fist until toppled by a military coup in 2017.
Putin Defends Rights of Protesters As Activist Is Jailed for Throwing Trash
Anti-government protesters have been marching against a ban on some opposition parties in the upcoming Moscow city parliament elections.
Erdogan Plans to Pit the U.S. Against Russia Over Anti-aircraft Missiles
Relations between NATO allies the U.S. and Turkey have been strained by Ankara's decision to purchase the Russian-made S-400 anti-aircraft system.
Churchill's Grandson Gives Emotional Speech after Expulsion from Party
Sir Nicholas Soames, a former defense minister and 36-year veteran of the House of Commons, was among 21 lawmakers expelled from the Conservative Party over Brexit.
How Hong Kong Protesters' 'Tenacious' Tactics Are Confounding Police, China
The leaderless crowds direct each other via encrypted messaging apps, creating a fluid, adaptable and stubborn mass street protests movement.
South African Party Leader Says Anger Should Be Directed at Wealthy Whites
South Africa is grappling with a wave of violence that has largely targeted foreign nationals from other African countries.
Hong Kong Protesters Reject Carrie Lam's Extradition Bill Withdrawal
The Hong Kong chief executive bowed to months of pressure and withdrew the controversial bill on Wednesday.
Hurricane Dorian Strands Cruise Ship Passengers in New Orleans
The Coast Guard closed Florida ports as the storm approached the East Coast, forcing several cruise ships to change their itineraries.
China Used Twitter Porn Accounts to Spread Hong Kong Propaganda: Report
Last month, Twitter took down almost 200,000 China-linked accounts that were trying to undermine the protests in Hong Kong.
Trump Congratulates Poland As Nation Marks Somber War Anniversary
Trump canceled his visit to the country to stay in the U.S. and oversee the preparations for, and response to, Hurricane Dorian
Anderson Cooper: Trump Is Too Busy Golfing, Tweeting to Follow Hurricane
The president canceled a trip to Poland to stay behind and monitor the storm, but has been engaging in personal Twitter spats and golfing in Virginia.
Russia Condemns U.S. 'Provocation' of Iran As 'Absolutely Unacceptable'
Russian foreign minister Sergey Lavrov said American pressure on the Iran nuclear deal is designed to create a pretense for conflict.
Florida Man: Navy Should Drop Ice in Warm Water to Stop Hurricane Dorian
"There's got to be ways to combat this instead of just pointing at the thing and saying, 'Well, now it's getting worse!'" the man said.
Donald Trump's Afghanistan Peace Plan 'Is Called Losing': Fox News Analyst
Negotiators are reportedly close to an initial agreement that will open dialogue between the Taliban and the Afghan government with a view to ending almost two decades of conflict.
Hurricane Dorian: Bahamas Videos and Photos Show 'Complete Devastation'
The storm hit the Bahamas on Sunday afternoon, bringing with it strong winds, heavy rain and massive storm surges which left homes and businesses underwater.
Chinese Military Says Hong Kong Garrison Is Determined After Troop Rotation
People's Liberation Army spokesperson Ren Guoqiang said the deployment was routine and that troops would continue their normal duties.
China Rejects Hong Kong Protester Demands As Pro-Democracy Leaders Arrested
Hong Kong police are preparing to face a thirteenth consecutive weekend of protests over China's influence over the former British colony.
Russian Official Praises Trump for Delaying Military Aid to Ukraine
Trump has reportedly ordered his national security team to review some $250 million in military aid to Ukraine, which is fighting pro-Moscow separatists in the east of the country.
Carlson Says Biden Is Making His Life Sound Like 'Saving Private Ryan'
The Fox News host mocked Biden for reportedly embellished stories about visits to the front line in Afghanistan to meet soldiers.
Trump Shares Campaign Video With Image Used by White Supremacist Group
The lion head logo appeared at the end of a "Keep American Great" campaign video shared by the president on Wednesday.
Putin Woos Turkey's Erdogan With Ice Cream Amid Stealth Jet Discussions
The two leaders visited an air show outside Moscow this week to inspect Russia's most advanced fighter jet.
Iran Minister Mocked for Sharing TED Talk on YouTube, Which Iran Blocks
Zarif shared the YouTube link on Instagram, which is also on Iran's banned website list alongside Twitter, Facebook and Telegram.
North Korea Blames U.S. 'Imperialistic Behavior' for Missile Launches
Pyongyang has conducted seven rounds of short-range missile tests since July with denuclearization talks with the U.S. in limbo.
Kim Jong Un is Expanding His Arsenal Right Under Trump's Nose: Expert
Victor Cha was nominated to become Trump's ambassador to South Korea but was dropped after warning the White House against a pre-emptive strike on the North.
Former Vice President Doesn't Know What Pence Is Doing in the White House
Walter Mondale, who was vice president under Jimmy Carter, also branded President Donald Trump a liar and said his administration is dividing the country.
Trump Is 'Playing Lapdog' to Putin, Senator Says: 'It's Pretty Horrific'
Trump has been lobbying for Russia to be allowed back into the G7 fold, despite opposition from fellow leaders.
Hong Kong Protests: Cash Bounties Are Being Offered to Identify Activists
The rewards range from $25,500 to $127,500 and relate to a variety of violent acts of vandalism over recent months.