David Brennan
Senior Reporter
David Brennan is currently a Senior Reporter for Newsweek covering world politics and current affairs. Prior to joining Newsweek in early 2018, 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.
Trump Puts Europe on Notice Over Trade: 'We Can't Do It Anymore'
The president has long complained that the European Union is taking advantage of the U.S., and said at Davos that the bloc will be forced to accept a new trading relationship.
If Trump Classifies Bolton Testimony It Would Be 'A Crime': Katyal
The Washington Post reported that the Trump administration is considering blocking possible public testimony from former National Security Advisor John Bolton on national security grounds.
Trump Threats Against Iran Are 'An Extension of White Supremacy': AOC
The New York congresswoman said most Americans have no interest in foreign wars but have been dragged along by a "powerful and concentrated class" that controls U.S. politics.
U.S. Is Giving Saudi Arabia Cover for Rampant Human Rights Abuses: Watchdog
The European Saudi Organisation for Human Rights' 2019 report warned that the Saudi government's suppression of human rights "shows no signs of stopping."
Ayatollah Says U.S. Is Targeting Iran Because It's a Symbol of Resistance
Ayatollah Ali Khamenei suggested Washington does not want his regime's "religious democracy" to succeed.
Guantanamo Bay Torture Psychologists Set for First Public Testimony
James Mitchell and Bruce Jessen designed the "enhanced interrogration" program used against detainees during the initial stages of the War on Terror.
American Foreign Policy Is Creating Global Turmoil: Russian Minister
Sergey Lavrov accused Washington and its allies of trying to establish a new world order "based on rules they created themselves."
Iran's Supreme Leader Says Regime Will Learn From Recent 'Bitter' Events
Ayatollah Ali Khamenei told worshippers in Tehran on Friday that the strike against American targets in Iraq should be considered a "day of Allah."
Killing Soleimani Violated International Law: Ex-Nuremberg Prosecutor
Benjamin B. Ferencz, 99, said he "cannot stay silent" on what he termed the "murder" of the influential Iranian commander.
Iran Plane Probe Will Draw on Lessons Learned From MH17: Response Group
Representatives for the multinational International Coordination and Response Group set out a five-point framework for cooperation with Iran to investigate the destruction of a passenger jet near Tehran last week.
U.S. Risking Nuclear Free-for-All by Delaying New START Extension: Expert
The New START treaty expires in 2021, and the Trump administration is yet to announce whether it intends to renew.
Putin Reshuffle Shows He Wants to Become Russia's Supreme Leader: Kasparov
Russia's entire government—including prime minister Dmitry Medvedev—resigned abruptly on Wednesday, after Putin addressed the nation.
Iranian Government Is Heading for 'Final Implosion': Shah's Son
Reza Pahlavi said U.S. lawmakers must set aside their differences and establish a bipartisan, pro-democracy agenda on Iran.
Trump's 'Ignorance' About International Law Is 'Extreme: Expert
Both the U.S. and Iran have justified recent military action as self-defense, but neither has provided evidence to prove it.
Trump Says U.S. Troops Stayed in Syria 'Because I Kept the Oil'
The president has criticized past administrations for not keeping control of valuable Iraqi oil fields conquered by the military.
Ex-Obama Security Adviser Says Trump Was Correct to Kill Soleimani
James L. Jones said the president should not listen to the "appeasers" who want to return to "normal business."
Iran Could Pay More for Downed Plane Than U.S. Did in 1988: Expert
Canada, Ukraine and the U.S. have all demanded that Tehran pay compensation to the families of those killed when Ukraine International Airlines flight 752 was shot down last week.
U.S. Soldier at Base Hit by Iran Says Troops Were 'Beyond Lucky'
The Ain al-Asad air base in Iraq's western Anbar province was one of two military facilities hit by Iranian ballistic missiles last week.
Trump Considered Killing Qassem Soleimani Several Times Since 2017: Report
Soleimani was considered Iran's top military commander until he was assassinated in a U.S. drone strike in Baghdad earlier this month.
Trump Knows What Is Needed for Israeli-Palestinian Peace: Jordanian King
King Abdullah II said that he and other regional leaders are still waiting to find out what will be in the White House proposal.
#NancyPelosiFakeNews Trends After Speaker Says Iran Protests Are 'Students'
Twitter users accused Pelosi of defending the regime in Tehran, though she condemned its shooting down of a passenger airliner last week and its regional strategy.
Canadian CEO Blames 'Narcissist' Trump for Iran Plane Shoot Down
Michael McCain said the 176 people killed aboard Ukraine International Airlines Flight 752 were "collateral damage" of Trump's "irresponsible" behavior.
'No Way' Esper Wouldn't Have Seen Seen Same Iran Intel as Trump: McFaul
Esper appeared to contradict the president on Sunday, when he said he had not seen evidence that Iran was planning attacks on four American embassies.
How Close Is Iran to a Nuclear Bomb? France Warns It Could Be 1 Year
Both the U.S. and Iran have said they will no longer adhere to the Obama-era Joint Comprehensive Plan of Action.
Graham's Impeachment Stance Is 'Flip-flop of All Time': Ex-Senator
Democrats are keen to hear from key administration official witnesses, but Republicans led by Senator Mitch McConnell are fighting the proposal.
Don Jr., Ivanka Knew They Were Defrauding Trump SoHo Buyers, New Book Says
Journalist Andrea Bernstein said that the two Trump children were well aware of the wrongdoing that prompted allegations of fraud against them in the 2000s.
How U.S. Sanctions on Iran Could Hamper Boeing Plane Crash Investigation
All 176 passengers and crew of a Ukraine International Airways flight to Kiev were killed when a Boeing plane crashed near Tehran.
Trump Has Shown 'No Justification' for Soleimani Strike: Former CIA Agent
Valerie Plame noted that Trump's justification for Soleimani's killing rests on the same intelligence community that he has attacked in the past.
Trump 'All Is Well' Tweet Shows President Doesn't Care About Troops: Crow
Veteran and Democratic Rep. Jason Crow said the president's Twitter post represents "a terrible circumvention of the command structure."
Ukrainian Embassy Retracts Statement Blaming Plane Crash on Engine Failure
All 176 people aboard the flight are believed to have been killed in the incident, which occurred soon after the aircraft left Tehran's international airport for Kiev.
