Foreign Affairs

Politics 2 days ago

Henry Kissinger’s friends, former colleagues reflect on his legacy: ‘A titanic figure’

The legacy of esteemed diplomat Henry Kissinger, who died Wednesday at 100, includes praise for negotiation skills amid controversy, with colleagues lauding his brilliance, mentorship.

Saudi Arabia 5 days ago

Saudi Arabia’s capital Riyadh chosen to host the 2030 World Expo

Riyadh bested Rome and Busan, winning 119 out of 165 votes, and will host the 2030 World Expo.

Politics November 21

GOP lawmaker to introduce bill to prevent International Monetary Fund from giving cash to adversaries

Florida GOP Rep. Scott Franklin is leading a bill in the House aiming to prevent the International Monetary Fund from giving funds to American adversaries.

Iran November 16

Iran on 'execution spree' since start of Israel-Hamas war, killing 107 anti-regime activists, ethnic minority

Iran has allegedly targeted political dissidents and ethnic minorities, with the Baluchi ethnic minority group accounting for 20% of executions while making up only 5% of the population.

Turkey November 14

Turkey cozies up to Iran after praising Hamas 'mujahideen,' seeks reconciliation on key issues

Turkey seems to be trying to balance its desire for closer ties with its Arab neighbors with its allegiance to NATO and its seeming support for Hamas.

California November 11

California city removes homeless in beautification before Biden's summit with Chinese President Xi

The San Francisco economy has struggled to regain its pre-pandemic level due to a shift away from commuting office work toward work-from-home and lack of tourism.

South America November 2

Biden hosts anti-Israel world leader to talk climate, migration; Gaza not on public agenda

Chile, Bolivia and Colombia all recalled their diplomats from Israel amid concerns about Tel Aviv's operations in the Gaza Strip, which occurred in response to Hamas' terrorist attack

Saudi Arabia October 30

Biden admin to meet with Saudi defense minister this week in bid to ease tensions: report

Saudi Arabia has played a nebulous role in the Israel-Hamas conflict so far, seemingly aware it must balance its goals of normalization with Israel against regional anger.

China October 24

Beijing-backed green energy firm is expanding in US, posing serious national security risk: report

A sprawling new report sheds light on how the U.S. power grid and energy supply chain is vulnerable to attacks from Chinese companies backed by China's government.

Russia October 19

Putin spotted in China with nuclear briefcase nearby in rare footage: report

Russian President Vladimir Putin has repeatedly relied on his nuclear options as a means of deterring more direct involvement or stronger support for Ukraine during his invasion.