Your Tuesday Briefing: A U.S. Banking Crisis
Also, Russia is set to face war crimes charges and China’s new premier seeks to reassure investors.
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Trump’s national security advisor: Biden admin ‘sitting still’ amid growing China-Russia-Iran influence
President Joe Biden’s administration is doing nothing to counteract steps by China, Russia and their allies to work more closely together, jeopardizing US interests and undermining its global influence, former White House National Security Adviser Joh…
Interpreting the Week’s Most Important Stories
The larger themes behind the protests in Israel, the U.K.’s tough new immigration plan and a fight over U.S. labor unions.
American Support for Closing Military Bases Abroad May Depend on How You Ask
Economic concerns and changing threats may warrant the consolidation of bases but not necessarily the reduction of military presence.
Your Friday Briefing: Australia’s U.S. Nuclear Submarine Deal
Also, Russia hits targets across Ukraine.
Mexicans Question Government’s Swift Response to Attack on Americans
Many noted the coordinated action after four Americans were kidnapped, and two killed, in a country where crimes against Mexicans get far less attention.
Your Thursday Briefing: Covid Origins Hearing Opens in the U.S.
Also, protests in Georgia and armed villagers in Kashmir.
Your Wednesday Briefing: Xi Accuses the U.S. of ‘Suppression’
Also, the U.S. central bank may raise interest rates higher than expected.
U.S. Defense Secretary Affirms Support for Iraq on Baghdad Visit
Defense Secretary Lloyd J. Austin III met senior Iraqi officials less than two weeks before the 20th anniversary of the U.S.-led invasion of Iraq.
Pentagon chief arrives in Iraq on a surprise visit
US Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin has arrived in Iraqi capital Baghdad on an unannounced visit following meetings in Jordan.