International Relations
Sunak, Zelensky vow to "write a new chapter" in Ukraine, U.K. relations
In his first call as prime minister, Sunak told Zelensky that "he and the Ukrainian people can count on the U.K.'s continued solidarity and support."
Dust Storms, Climate Change Hammer Iraq
We need the world's help in dealing with this very real and very present threat. Otherwise, the Cradle of Civilization will become known as the Cauldron of Climate Change.
What Britain's New Prime Minister Means for Biden
Liz Truss has previously questioned the "special relationship" between the U.S. and Britain.
Nancy Pelosi Bomb Threat at Taiwan Airport Sparks Investigation
The speaker of the House is reportedly due to land at a different airport in Taipei late on Tuesday.
China's Xi Jinping Takes Swipe at U.S. 'Position of Strength' at BRICS
China's President Xi didn't mention the United States by name, but struck a firm tone against much of Washington's current policies.
Russia Trying to Hijack German Telescope
The Russian-German 2019 collaboration Spektrum-Röntgen-Gamma telescope was put in sleep mode after Russia invaded Ukraine.
Why Is Taiwan Important to the United States?
In one way or another, contemporary Taiwan has been a matter of significance to the U.S. government for the last 70 years.
Putin Ally Claims Poland is Already Moving to Take Ukrainian Territory
Nikolai Patrushev accused the West of taking advantage of Russia-Ukraine war "for their own selfish interests."
Chinese Leaders Should Study Vladimir Putin's Mistakes in Ukraine—McFaul
The former U.S. ambassador to Russia said it was "too premature" for the Chinese leadership to believe its own narrative of America in decline.
Taiwan TV News Accidentally Reports China Has Invaded: 'Please Don't Panic'
Public broadcaster CTS offered sincere apologies for its "gross negligence," promising that relevant personnel would be "severely disciplined" for the blunder.
Tucker Carlson Says U.S. Is 'at War With Russia'
Carlson claimed the Biden administration had inserted itself into a "hot war" between Ukraine and Russia.
Ukrainians Pray on the Streets as Russia Attacks in Viral Video
The video of the Ukrainians praying in the town square of Kharkiv has been viewed over 605,000 times.
Fox News Host Confronts Trump on Praise for China's Xi: 'He's a Killer'
"I really believe he liked me and I liked him," Trump said of his relationship with China's president, while agreeing Xi "is a killer."
Senate Clears Emanuel as Japan Ambassador With GOP Help, Dem Opposition
Eight Republican lawmakers approved of Biden's pick, while three Democrats decided against him seven years after the death of Laquan McDonald.
Global Approval of Biden-led U.S. Jumps Nearly 20 Percent From Trump's Low
The median approval rating of U.S. leadership across 46 countries and territories stands at 49 percent—up from the 30 percent at the end of Trump's term.
Taiwan Not Concerned About War With China, Despite Sky-high Tensions
Polling by pro-government and opposition bodies reflects sanguine attitudes toward tensions across the Taiwan Strait.
Chinese State Media Accuses Taiwan President of 'Arrogance' After Speech
Taiwan's ruling party has "thrown itself into a political gamble that has only short-term benefits and no chance of winning in the long run," said the Global Times.
China Warplanes a Warning to Taiwan's 'Foreign Supporters,' Diplomat Says
The Chinese envoy to ASEAN tweeted after 149 Chinese military planes flew sorties into the skies off southwestern Taiwan in early October.
Antony Blinken Says China Military Flights Near Taiwan 'Destabilizing'
The secretary of state warned against "unilateral actions that change the status quo by force" across the Taiwan Strait.
France, Taiwan Meet Despite China Warning of Damage to French Relationship
Ahead of the trip, China tried to discourage the French senators from going to Taiwan.
China Asks Philippines Not to Revise Mutual Defense Treaty With U.S.
"The former Chinese ambassador came to me and said, 'Please do not touch the MDT, leave it as it is,'" Philippine Defense Secretary Delfin Lorenzana said.
France Reducing Number of Visas for Algeria, Morocco by Half Amid Disputes
Morocco's trying to seek "the necessary balance between facilitating the movement of people...and combating clandestine immigration," its foreign minister said.
Mark Milley Faces Grilling Over Chaotic Afghanistan Exit
Milley is also likely to be asked about his conversations with his Chinese counterpart, General Li Zuocheng.
U.S., Russia to Hold 2nd Round of Talks After First Attempt Yields Little
Russian Deputy Foreign Minister Sergey Ryabkov said the two countries have "significant differences on key issues."
Erdogan: Biden Relationship Hasn't Started Well, Unlike Other Presidents
"It is my hope that, as two NATO countries, we should treat each other with friendship, not hostility. But the current trajectory does not bode well," Erdogan said.
Australia Reminds France It's Always Supported Them Amid Submarine Dustup
"Let's remember, tens of thousands of Australians died on French soil over two World Wars protecting France in France," Australia's Deputy Prime Minister said.
France, U.K. Retaining Good Relations Despite Britain in Submarine Deal
The AUKUS deal is "not something that anybody needs to worry about, and particularly not our French friends," U.K. Prime Minster Boris Johnson said.
China Chides Antony Blinken for Backing Arrested Hong Kong Activists
Four pro-democracy activists with Tiananmen vigil organizer the Hong Kong Alliance were detained by police on Wednesday.
Taiwan Navy's 'Carrier Killer' Seeks to Address China Military Imbalance
The nimble warship is the first of a new batch of naval vessels that experts say will improve Taiwan's asymmetric warfare capabilities against China.
China Tells U.S. to Stop Peddling Its Values After Afghanistan Failure
China's Foreign Ministry echoed remarks by Russian President Vladimir Putin, who said the United States had achieved "zero" during its 20 years in Afghanistan.