International Relations
Arab Gulf Initiative to Promote Holocaust Awareness, Combat Anti-Semitism
The interfaith initiative aims to strengthen the bonds between young people in the region, build greater trust and promote a real, warm and enduring peace.
Russia Security Chief Calls On Biden to Drop 'Aggressive' Rhetoric
The former Russian president said he is pessimistic a Biden presidency would mean better ties between Washington and the Kremlin.
U.N. 'Palestinian Package' of Resolutions Only Fans the Flames of Conflict
By ignoring our three thousand-year link to the Temple Mount, the U.N. validates the Palestinian refusal to recognize our right to exist as the world's only Jewish state.
Pompeo Says Saudi Ties Are 'Strong,' but Biden Looks to Pressure Kingdom
Riyadh has enjoyed American backing despite a raft of human rights abuses, but now must deal lwith Biden who has promised to "reassess" ties.
Former CIA Director Warns of End to International Alliances if Trump Wins
Former CIA Director Michael Hayden endorsed Joe Biden in a new ad from Republican Voters Against Trump.
Pompeo: 'Every Foreign Minister' He's Spoken to Blames China for Pandemic
In an interview with The Hill, Secretary of State Mike Pompeo said "every place I go, every foreign minister that I talk to, they recognize what China has done to the world," referring to the coronavirus pandemic.
Walking the Walk on WHO Withdrawal
Withdrawal from the WHO does not mean abdication of international obligations.
Navigating the U.S./China/Israel Triangle
Israel has been forced to reach out to China for greater investment. There are lessons here for policymakers, moving forward.
China Threatens 'Countermeasures,' Says U.S. Will Bear Consequences
China said the U.S. "seriously" violates the one-China policy after Secretary of State Mike Pompeo called the Taiwan president's leadership "an inspiration to the region and the world."
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.
Mike Pompeo Smiles as Protester in Italy Hands Him a Block of Cheese
Pompeo was shaking hands with the Italian Prime Minister when a protester approached with a block of Parmigiano Reggiano.
Saudi Arabia Announces New Tourist Visa, Looser Restrictions on Women
Intrepid travelers with a taste for luxury and conservatism may now visit the desert country, which is home to five UNESCO World Heritage sites.
Putin Praises Trump, Says Offer of Wildfire Help Could Help Reset Relations
The Kremlin said Putin thanked Trump "for such attentive attitude, for offering help and support" over the massive wildfires.
Italy Is Expelling Migrants Before Christmas
The measure comes on the heels of a new law that seeks to reduce the number of migrants coming to Italy.
Russia Puts Laser Weapons Into Service As INF At Risk
The Peresvet laser complex was placed on experimental combat duty on December 1 after Russian servicemen underwent special training to use the weapon.
Donald Trump: EU Was Set Up to Hurt U.S.
"Frankly, they have to start treating our companies better," Trump said of the bloc.
Russia Is "the Greatest Cyber Threat to U.S. Elections"
President Donald Trump was wrong when he said China is the biggest threat to our elections, experts say.
Russia: Europe to Face 'Serious Consequences' Over INF
Putin has also threatened to target European nations if they allow the U.S. to deploy new intermediate-range missiles.
Jamal Khashoggi Missing: Mike Pompeo Meets Saudi King
Tensions are high between Riyadh and the West over allegations that the journalist was murdered in the Saudi Consulate in Istanbul.
Assange Told to Look After His Cat to Get Internet Back
The Embassy of Ecuador in London cut the WikiLeaks founder's web access in March, accusing him of damaging Ecuador's relations with other nations.
London, Beyond the Sauce
One of Europe's most fermented cities played a fitting host last week to the world's largest annual gathering of spirits aficionados at London Cocktail Week, where mixologists from 300 bars around the globe convened in The Big Smoke to test their boozy chops.
Democratic Republic of Congo Ended Ebola Outbreak
The first case of Ebola occurred in the country's northwest in April. On May 8, an outbreak -- the ninth in the country's last 40 years -- was declared.
'Snapchat Queen' Guilty in Boyfriend's Killing
Fatima Khan posted the a video of her dying lover to Snapchat with the caption: "This is what happens when you f*** with me."
More ISIS Members Have Returned to U.K., Study Shows
The report found that 850 British citizens became members of ISIS, and 425 have returned to the U.K.
Cuba Moves to Recognize Same-Sex Marriage
"Cuba has been moving toward more open and tolerant approaches on gay rights issues for some time."
U.K. and Germany to Resettle Syrian Rescue Workers
The relocation of the rescue workers came amid a Syrian government offensive to retake areas in the country's southwest.
China Is a Bigger Threat to the U.S. Than Russia
"The significance of it is something that I think this country cannot underestimate," a former NATO commander warned.
Merkel Should Play Golf With Trump, Aides Joke
During her upcoming trip to Washington, Chancellor Merkel could face backlash for Germany's failure to participate in the airstrikes on Syria.
White House Claims Trump Keeps 'the World From Chaos'
"I think the president is the one that's keeping the world from chaos," White House Press Secretary Sarah Huckabee Sanders told reporters Friday.