Diplomacy
60 Percent of Americans View China Unfavorably, Poll Shows
The most concerning finding for the People's Republic may not be the world's mixed opinions, but the fact that net changes in perception skewed downward between 2018 and 2019.
Former U.S. Ambassador Michael McFaul on Trump Diplomacy and Ukraine
A staunch ally of pro-democracy Russians, McFaul is only the second U.S. ambassador to be declared persona non grata by the Russian government.
Saudi Arabia Doesn't Need U.S. To Defend It Against Iran, Rand Paul Says
The White House has been considering how to respond to the weekend's attacks on Saudi oil infrastructure, which both Washington and Riyadh are blaming on Iran.
Leaking Diplomatic Cables Risks Far More Than Trump's Ego
The political fallout from the British ambassador cable leaks was bad enough. But what does it mean for people supplying embassies with confidential information?
British Ambassador's Resignation Could Hurt National Security, Experts Say
Experts say that the British ambassador's resignation will have a longstanding impact on the diplomatic corps.
Israeli-based SodaStream believes economic opportunity will lead to peace
Business as Diplomacy: Daniel Birnbaum, the American-born CEO of the Israeli company SodaStream, is on a mission. But whether that mission is to make millions of dollars selling fizzy water makers, to promote his personal brand of Zionism, or a combination of both, depends on whom you ask.
'America Will Be Forced to Retreat' From Iran Confrontation, Vows Ayatollah
Ali Khamenei said those leading the U.S. government toward conflict "are not decent humans, they don't stand by anything."
Turkey Trolls U.S. With Malcolm X Embassy Street Name
Ankara has previously renamed streets in order to make a political point against its rivals.
U.S. Finally Admits What It Really Wants in Syria
In addition to defeating ISIS, the U.S. will now seek a political resolution in Syria and the removal of all Iranian and Iranian-backed forces.
U.S. Allies in Syria Say Russia's S-300 'Not Bad'
Unlike its U.S. sponsor, the political wing of the Syrian Democratic Forces is not opposed to the Syrian government and is actively trying to reconcile with it.
Trump Expects New Letter From North Korea's Kim Jong Un
It would be the first direct correspondence between the two since President Donald Trump canceled a high-level visit to North Korea, but they have exchanged praise.
Is North Korea Still 'Our Enemy'? South and U.S. Split
South Korea appears to be outpacing its U.S. ally in trying to make peace with their longtime foe North Korea.
Trump 'Open' to Going to Moscow, Waiting for Invite
The White House said that "Trump looks forward to having President Putin to Washington after the first of the year."
Putin's Art of the Deal: How He Matches Up With Trump
With decades of experience in the KGB and at the helm of the Russian ship of state, Putin should prove more than a match for the U.S. president.
Will North Korea Really Denuclearize?
Questions abound about what was agreed to behind closed doors.
South Korea-U.S. War Games Will Take Place Quietly
South Korea is working to ensure that peace negotiations with its neighbor continue.
Trump's Ambassador to Germany Upsets Liberals Again
Richard Grenell broke with diplomatic norms to say he wants to "empower" conservatives across Europe.
Mike Pompeo Tells Right-Wing Hungary to Counter Russia
The secretary of state's entreaties will likely be ignored.
France 'Insults' African Nation Gifting Them Donkeys
The French ambassador denounced the critics as "trolls."
Trump Calls Xi a 'World Class Poker Player'
"I think there was a change in attitude from Kim Jong Un after his meeting with Xi," Trump said.
Trump Tells China to Close Its Border With North Korea
Trump believes that getting tough with North Korea will get him a better deal, but Beijing might not play along.
The Liberal Media Supported Hamas Over President Trump
The liberal media is determined to cast Trump foreign policy success in a negative light, U.S. Ambassador to Israel David Friedman said.
Russia and Japan Plan North Korea Strategy
Russia could act as a spoiler and help North Korea flout international sanctions, experts note.
Military Dispatched to Protect Middle East Embassies
Marines trained specifically to protect embassies were sent to U.S. diplomatic facilities in countries like Jordan, Lebanon and Egypt.
U.S. Official Forbidden From Leaving Pakistan
Colonel Joseph Hall attempted to get on a military plane, but Pakistani officials prevented him from boarding.
U.S. Pastor Wanted to Create a Christian Kurdish State
Turkey uses anonymous witnesses for high-profile political cases when the government doesn't have enough evidence for a guilty verdict, experts told Newsweek.
Rice Says Rex Tillerson Deserves Credit for N.K. Talks
President Donald Trump was famously at loggerheads with his former Secretary of State.
Syrian Fighters Want to Open an Office in Washington
A number of controversial organizations already have offices in Washington. Can fighters in Syria get one too?
Who Does Alexander the Great Belong To?
A decades-long dispute between Greece and its tiny neighbor to the north has stalled that neighboring country's ability to join the European Union and NATO.