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U.S. and Israeli strikes on Iran could fuel a new wave of nuclear proliferation
The recent strikes could convince Iran and other states that building nuclear weapons is the only way to prevent such attacks ...
Here’s what triggered the latest deadly sectarian clashes in Syria, and why it matters
Clashes in Syria between Bedouin tribes, government forces, and the Druze minority have left dozens dead, raising fears of ...
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Trump just increased 'the likelihood that terrorists will actually cross the US border'
The U.S. Department of State is eliminating its Office of Countering Violent Extremism (CVE) as part of a sweeping round of ...
State Dept. Begins Firing Nearly 1,400 Workers
The Trump administration began firing more than 1,000 State Department employees on Friday, as it moves to downsize the ...
Trump’s push for Israel-Syria peace gets major backing as activist brings message to Jerusalem
Syrian activist relays discussion with Syrian President Ahmed al-Sharaa about his interest in peace deal with Israel, but ...
State Department Tells Workers Layoffs Will Begin Soon
Mass layoffs: The State Department formally notified employees on Thursday that layoffs would begin “soon,” as part of a major reorganization plan unveiled in May by Secretary of State Marco Rubio.
House Republican moves to permanently repeal sanctions on Syria
Rep. Joe Wilson (R-S.C.) on Wednesday filed text to permanently repeal legislation that imposed strict sanctions on Syria, following President Trump’s move to unwind penalties on the country ...
President Threatens Brazil With Tariffs in Letter Assailing Prosecution of Bolsonaro
In a letter to President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva of Brazil, Mr. Trump wrote that the new tariffs would take effect on Aug.
President’s Criticism of Putin Shows Turn in His Approach on Ukraine
Mr. Trump has long praised Mr. Putin as a tough-minded leader, and has been scornful of Mr. Zelensky. Earlier this year, he ...