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Why Europe may come to miss MAGA
As the Democratic Party shifts left, European leaders may find themselves missing the stability provided by the MAGA right, fearing a loss of military support and…
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US State Department drops Biden-era directive on DEI diplomacy
A presidential memorandum in March 2025 ordered the removal of the DEIA "core precept" from Foreign Service tenure and promotion criteria.
Trump declares ‘total control’ of Hormuz once again as Iran keeps strait closed
The US President spoke hours after American forces disabled a cargo ship that had tried to run the blockade of Iranian ports.
Trump confirms he left NATO summit in secret as Air Force One flew as decoy
The US President said the Secret Service and the military put him on a different aircraft while the presidential jet flew out of Ankara carrying reporters who believed…
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Poland’s Nawrocki ends first year in office like a rock star
The event displayed Nawrocki's common touch, ability to mobilise supporters, dominate the agenda and display the strong team he has gathered around him in the presidential…
State Department revokes more than 175,000 visas under Trump
Washington says a US visa is a privilege and not a right, with the running total up by 75,000 since January.
Netanyahu rejects Trump’s 15-point Gaza plan
The Israeli Prime Minister has said his troops will stay put until Hamas gives up every weapon it holds.
Italy to host first CPAC only after 2027 general election
The decision means the Italian edition of the flagship US conservative gathering will be launched only once the next government is in place, rather than during the…
Trump warns he could be the last Republican president as midterms loom
The US President has told an American congressional news outlet that his own voters are angry with their party and may not turn out in November.
Washington stalls approval of Macron’s ambassador pick after UN rights clash
Aurélien Lechevallier was due to take up the post in September but has yet to receive American consent.
US states sue Trump administration over tariffs hitting EU exporters
The 10 per cent duty on European goods is part of a forced-labour action the plaintiffs call a pretext for reviving levies the courts have already rejected.
Trump threatens Iran with ‘decapitation’ as Europe waits on Hormuz
The US President says negotiations are under way despite Tehran's denial, leaving European governments watching the world's most important oil chokepoint.
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Fight between UEFA and Infantino escalates
FIFA’s chief operating officer Kevin Lamour stated that senior staff had been “deceived.”
Trump announces Hamas disarmament deal as EU waits to fund Gaza recovery
Brussels has tied its €900 million early recovery package to the removal of Hamas weapons.
Trump unveils rebuild of Washington’s Dulles airport
The 10-year programme would retire the mobile lounges that have shuttled passengers since 1962 and hand the bill to airlines and bondholders.
US Senate advances Russia sanctions bill as Zelensky meets Trump in Washington
The package named after the late senator Lindsey Graham cleared its first hurdle with Ukraine's president watching from the chamber.
Iran fires missiles at US forces in Jordan as pause in fighting collapses
Jordan says it shot down five missiles in an attack that has driven oil prices sharply higher and renewed pressure on European energy costs.
Trump doubts Russia is helping Iran and says he will ask Putin
The US President has played down Ukrainian claims that Moscow is feeding Tehran satellite imagery of American positions in the Gulf.
Trump ties Saudi nuclear deal to recognition of Israel
The condition surfaced a day after Washington and Riyadh signed the agreement, and the kingdom has yet to respond.
Polish conservative broadcaster’s bank accounts seized by Tusk government
TV Republika is Poland’s most popular news channel which has regularly criticized the Tusk government.
Trump confirms Xi visit to Washington as AI tops agenda
The Chinese leader is due in the US capital in September, having declined to travel to Brussels for his last summit with European Union leaders.
Trump rules out Iran talks as war costs and oil prices climb
Brent crude has pushed back above 94 dollars a barrel, renewing pressure on European energy bills.
Lindsey Graham’s sister announces run for his South Carolina Senate seat
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Trump plays down Spain friction after World Cup win
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Trump declassifies intelligence alleging Chinese interference in US elections
The White House is urging Congress to adopt voting rules it says are already standard in Denmark, Sweden and Germany.
US strikes Iran for sixth consecutive night as Europe’s demining mission stays on hold
The Franco-British force positioned off Oman is still waiting for the order to clear the mines that keep the Strait of Hormuz shut.
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Lindsey Graham, the last hawk but one
Lindsey Graham, the enduring hawk of US politics, passed away on July 11, following his commitment to military service and significant involvement in Middle Eastern…
US Treasury unveils dollar coin bearing Trump’s image
The gold-coloured piece marks 250 years of American independence and is expected to reach collectors in the autumn.
Setback for Tusk as Polish court rejects European Arrest Warrant for former justice minister
Despite Ziobro’s presence in the US, Polish prosecutors were still seeking a European arrest warrant against him.
Trump scraps Strait of Hormuz shipping fee for Gulf investment
US President announced the reversal a day after unveiling the levy following what he called highly productive talks with Middle Eastern leaders.