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Donald Trump gestures at Turning Point USA's AmericaFest in Phoenix, Arizona, U.S.
DIPLOMACY

Trump’s rapport with European allies has become increasingly complex

For a fortnight, America’s allies remained silent. Since his inauguration, President Donald Trump had received a continuous flow of positive remarks—and minimal criticism—from leaders in Europe and the Anglosphere, who may have privately taken issue with the tumult and bravado he brought to the presidency. However, this temporary harmony was destined to break, and it did so dramatically this week when Trump proposed one of … Continue reading Trump’s rapport with European allies has become increasingly complex

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Syria's Foreign Minister Asaad Hassan al-Shibani walks with Saudi Foreign Minister Faisal bin Farhan Al Saud, as he arrives for a meeting on Syria, following the recent ousting of president Bashar al-Assad, in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia۔
DIPLOMACY

Syria discussions are taking place in Riyadh, featuring participation from both Western and regional stakeholders

Foreign ministers and senior diplomats from Western and Middle Eastern nations are convening with Syria’s newly appointed foreign minister in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, on Sunday. This marks the first regional meeting concerning Syria since the ousting of President Bashar al-Assad last month. German Foreign Minister Annalena Baerbock arrived in Riyadh on Sunday morning in anticipation of her discussions with Syrian Foreign Minister Asaad Hassan Al-Shibani. … Continue reading Syria discussions are taking place in Riyadh, featuring participation from both Western and regional stakeholders

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DISPUTES

U.S. claims Russia has escalated the Ukraine conflict by deploying North Korean personnel

The United States asserted on Monday that Russia is intensifying the conflict in Ukraine by deploying troops from North Korea. This statement followed a warning from the Kremlin that Washington’s involvement in the war would increase if Kyiv’s forces were permitted to launch strikes deep into Russian territory using U.S.-made weaponry. During a briefing, State Department spokesperson Matthew Miller refrained from confirming whether the outgoing … Continue reading U.S. claims Russia has escalated the Ukraine conflict by deploying North Korean personnel

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China and Britain made progress towards reconciliation

China and Britain made progress towards reconciliation on Friday, with Beijing welcoming the new Labour government’s initiative to foster “pragmatic” bilateral relations as a “new starting point.” British Foreign Secretary David Lammy is the second senior U.K. diplomat to visit China in the past six years, and his visit aims to illustrate Britain’s strategic commitment to enhancing ties with Beijing, despite existing significant disagreements. “China-Britain … Continue reading China and Britain made progress towards reconciliation

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Britain relinquish sovereignty over the Chagos Islands to Mauritius

On Thursday, Britain announced its decision to relinquish sovereignty over the Chagos Islands to Mauritius. This agreement will facilitate the return of individuals displaced many years ago, while allowing the United Kingdom to maintain its military operations at the Diego Garcia base in collaboration with the United States. The agreement ensures the continued operation of Diego Garcia, a strategically important military facility, while permitting Mauritius … Continue reading Britain relinquish sovereignty over the Chagos Islands to Mauritius

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