Goal to Spend 5 Percent on Militaries Splits NATO Allies
The U.S. defense secretary expressed optimism that allied countries would increase their defense budgets, a demand of President Trump’s.
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Trump Compares Russia and Ukraine to Children Fighting
During a visit by the German leader, President Trump essentially threw up his hands, saying that there was nothing the United States could do right now to end the war.
Trump’s Travel Ban Could Shake Up International Sporting Events
The proclamation said exemptions could be made for athletes and coaches participating in “major” competitions in the United States.
How ASML, a Key Supplier to the Chip Industry, Is Navigating Trump’s Trade War
ASML, the Dutch company that makes multimillion-dollar tools to manufacture advanced semiconductors, is grappling with the repercussions of a tech trade war.
Syrians Rejoice at Being Exempted From Trump Travel Ban
Damascus residents hope the decision is another sign that the world is normalizing relations with Syria after the overthrow of Bashar al-Assad.
Trump and Xi Hold Call, China Says
The two leaders spoke by phone on Thursday, after weeks of worsening tensions between Washington and Beijing.
What to Know About Trump’s New Travel Ban
The order will bar citizens from 12 countries from traveling to the United States. Visas will be restricted for citizens of seven other countries.
In War-Torn Nations, Trump’s Travel Ban Brings a New Hardship
For people in countries like Afghanistan and Myanmar, the president’s order dimmed hopes for sanctuary in the United States.
Friedrich Merz, Germany’s Chancellor, Meets With Trump at White House
The German chancellor had come to Washington hoping to persuade President Trump to play a more active role in defending Ukraine.
Trump Pushes to Restrict Harvard’s International Students From Entering U.S.
The university called it “yet another illegal retaliatory step” from an administration that has sought ways to circumnavigate the courts in its push to bar foreign students.