ALLIES

Jun 12 2026POLITICS

Should America turn its back on allies for political reasons?

Over a thousand Afghans who helped U. S. troops during the war now sit in Qatar, waiting for a safe place to go. More than eighty politicians from both major parties want President Trump’s team to stop sending these former allies to unstable countries like Congo. Their argument? America still owes t

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Jun 04 2026POLITICS

Europe and Canada Urged to Step Up Military Support for NATO

Across Europe and Canada, leaders are facing new pressure to boost their military contributions to NATO. This push comes as the United States signals it will reduce its forces in Europe, shifting more responsibility to its allies. The call for action was made by a top U. S. general who oversees NATO

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May 30 2026POLITICS

Strong Allies Needed to Keep China in Check

The U. S. defence chief said that Asia must spend more on its own armies to stop China from becoming too powerful in the region. He spoke at a big meeting of military leaders in Singapore, where he urged countries like Japan, South Korea and the Philippines to raise their defence budgets to about 3

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May 29 2026POLITICS

New Dawn in Hungary: A Crowd‑Led Turnaround

On a bright Saturday morning, people poured into the square before Hungary’s Parliament. The same spot had once seen protests against Soviet rule and later, a government change in 2006. This time, it became the stage for Peter Magyar’s inauguration, symbolizing a shift after 16 years of tight‑contro

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May 25 2026POLITICS

Colombia's Big Three Race Nears Finish Line After Crowd-Pulling Final Push

Colombia wrapped up its main presidential campaign phase last Sunday with three massive rallies that felt more like rock concerts than political events. The biggest crowds turned out in three different cities: Barranquilla on the coast, Medellín in the business heartland, and Bogotá, the capital. Th

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May 10 2026POLITICS

Afghan Allies: Why America Must Keep Its Promises

The United States promised thousands of Afghan helpers a safe place in America after years of fighting alongside U. S. troops, but many now face the threat of being sent back to Taliban rule or relocated to countries they never chose. Programs that were set up to manage these refugees—special vis

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Apr 16 2026POLITICS

John Eastman's Law License Taken Away for Election Claims

A California court decided to remove John Eastman's license to practice law after he pushed false claims about the 2020 election. Eastman worked closely with Donald Trump to challenge Joe Biden's victory. His actions included a Supreme Court case to overturn votes in key states and memos suggesting

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Apr 15 2026POLITICS

Japan Opens Arms Trade to Allies, Drawing Global Attention

Japan is set to relax its strict arms export rules, a move that has caught the eye of countries from Poland to the Philippines. The decision follows President Donald Trump’s uncertain stance on defense commitments and the ongoing conflicts in Iran and Ukraine, which have strained U. S. weapon suppli

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Mar 29 2026POLITICS

Oregon Politician Calls for Grassroots Action in “No Kings” Rallies

Senator Ron Wyden spoke to crowds in Gresham and The Dalles during large “No Kings” protests that also lit up cities like Portland. He warned that real political change rarely starts in Washington, D. C. ; it usually comes from people on the ground. The senator urged listeners to keep fighting again

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Mar 17 2026POLITICS

War in the Middle: A New Twist on an Old Problem

The idea that war is easy to start but hard to finish has shown up again, this time with the United States and Iran. Trump said in a short video that U. S. and Israeli forces would strike Iran, aiming to destroy its navy, missiles and nuclear program in a few weeks. Three weeks later, many of Iran’s

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