Russia Steps Up Provocations in Europe, Alarming Leaders There
European officials fear that Moscow is escalating its antagonism of Europe as U.S. support recedes. A focus of worry now: election interference in Moldova.
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China’s Small Steps Look Bigger Next to Trump’s Retreat
Beijing’s climate and trade pledges at the U.N. highlighted how modest moves can stand out when the United States is pulling back from global leadership.
Trump Believes ‘We Have a Deal’ on Gaza. But a Host of Obstacles Remain.
Whether President Trump can help bring the war to an end will probably depend on how much he is willing to push Benjamin Netanyahu.
Russia and China Fail to Delay U.N. ‘Snapback’ Sanctions Against Iran Over Nuclear Program
The unsuccessful bid to put off the sanctions for six months over Iran’s nuclear program means they would go into effect early Sunday in Iran.
Argentina’s President Vowed to Fix Its Economy. Then Came a Crisis.
President Javier Milei slashed inflation and spending, but it wasn’t enough to stave off an economic crisis. President Trump has offered him a lifeline.
North Korea Sends Delegation From Pyongyang to General Assembly After Long Absence
The last time North Korea sent officials directly from the capital was in 2018, a year before direct diplomacy between its leader, Kim Jong-un, and President Trump collapsed.
Trump Wades Into Bailout Politics in Offering a Lifeline to Argentina
A $20 billion loan to support Argentina’s president, Javier Milei, could come with economic and political risks.
Gambians Say, ‘Thank You’ After U.S. Denied Local Officials Visas to Attend U.N. Gathering
Gambians who see officials’ attendance at international events as taxpayer-funded vacations were grateful when some officials were refused U.S. entry for the U.N. General Assembly.
Trump Says He Won’t Allow Israel to Annex the West Bank
After more countries recognized a Palestinian state this week, President Trump said on Thursday that he would not permit Israel to take over the territory.
With His Pivot on Ukraine, Trump May Be Washing His Hands of the War
President Trump has shown dwindling interest in mediating a peace accord, joining European “security guarantees” for Ukraine or providing aid and intelligence to the Ukrainians.