Athens Democracy Forum: Reinventing a Democracy for Our Times
A drumbeat of hard realities echoed through the halls at this year’s Athens Democracy Forum, where participants noted trends that do not portend well for the form of governance.
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Trump to Unveil Farmer Aid as China Shuns U.S. Crops
As it did in 2018, the White House plans to dole out relief funds to struggling U.S. farmers who have lost their biggest customer.
Ask a Correspondent, With Our Chief White House Reporter
Peter Baker answers questions from readers about covering President Trump and the changing U.S. role in the world.
Global Trade Growth to Slow Sharply Next Year, W.T.O. Says
The World Trade Organization said trade growth had proved more resilient in 2025 than expected, but would slow next year as result of President Trump’s tariffs.
Witkoff and Kushner Expected to Join Israel-Hamas Talks
Steve Witkoff and Jared Kushner, both architects of President Trump’s plan to end the war, are expected to join mediation efforts between Israel and Hamas.
Trump Predicts That ‘Canada Will Love Us Again’ in Meeting With Carney
President Trump on Tuesday hosted Prime Minister Mark Carney of Canada, who has been seeking relief from U.S. tariffs.
Trump Calls Off Diplomatic Outreach to Venezuela
The move paves the way for a possible military escalation against drug traffickers or the government of Nicolás Maduro.
Russia Welcomes Trump’s Blessing of Proposal to Extend Caps on Nuclear Weapons
President Trump said a Russian proposal to extend by one year the limits on long-range nuclear weapons sounded “like a good idea to me.”
Fighting in Gaza Continues Before Hamas-Israel Talks
Smoke rose above Gaza, where fighting has continued as Hamas and Israel planned to hold indirect talks in Egypt on the war in Gaza. Significant issues remain to be hashed out.
Israel and Hamas Meet in Egypt to Discuss Gaza Peace Plan
As Israelis brace for a day of mourning and commemoration, negotiators for Israel and Hamas met with mediators in Egypt to hash out an end to the war.