DIPLOMATIC

Feb 13 2026POLITICS

America's Wavering Stance: Mixed Messages in the South Caucasus

Vice President JD Vance's recent trip to the South Caucasus sparked confusion rather than clarity. His visit to the Armenian Genocide Memorial in Yerevan was a big deal. It's a place where Armenians remember the 1. 5 million killed in the early 1900s. The U. S. has been careful not to call it a geno

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Jan 29 2026POLITICS

Russia's Backup Plan for Bushehr Nuclear Plant Staff

Russia has a plan to pull out its workers from Iran's Bushehr nuclear plant if things get too risky. This plant, the only one Iran has running, was built by Russia, and there are more nuclear facilities being constructed there. Last year, a U. S. attack hit some of Iran's nuclear sites, but Bushehr

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Jan 28 2026OPINION

Alaska's Choice: Why One Republican is Backing a Democrat for Senate

Alaska is at a crossroads. A retired diplomat, who once worked with Senator Dan Sullivan, is now supporting Mary Peltola for Senate. This isn't a typical political switch. It's a call to action. The diplomat, who spent years serving the U. S. abroad, has seen firsthand how democracy can crumble. He

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Jan 26 2026POLITICS

Swiss Leader Acknowledges Italy's Frustration Over Bar Owner's Release

A recent incident in Switzerland has sparked strong reactions from Italy. The owner of a bar, where a tragic fire occurred on New Year's Day, was released on bail. This decision has left many in Italy feeling upset and confused. The fire, which started early on January 1st, took place in a popular

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Jan 25 2026POLITICS

UK Politicians React to Trump's U-Turn on Afghanistan Comments

Donald Trump's recent change of heart about his comments on UK troops in Afghanistan has left politicians in the UK feeling a mix of relief and frustration. Trump initially claimed that UK troops had stayed back from the frontlines in Afghanistan, a statement that was widely criticized as both offen

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Jan 25 2026POLITICS

A Mixed Message: Trump's Praise and NATO's Past

In a surprising turn, Donald Trump, the former U. S. President, recently praised British troops. This comes after he faced a lot of criticism for downplaying the role of NATO forces in Afghanistan. On Truth Social, he wrote, "The GREAT and very BRAVE soldiers of the United Kingdom will always be wit

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Jan 22 2026POLITICS

Peace Talks: Trump and Zelensky Chat at Davos

In a recent meeting at the World Economic Forum in Davos, Switzerland, US President Donald Trump and Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky had a talk. It lasted about an hour, and Trump said it went well. Trump's envoy, Steve Witkoff, is optimistic about ending the war in Ukraine. He is set to mee

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Jan 21 2026POLITICS

Iran's Nuclear Tensions: A Test of Patience and Compliance

Iran's nuclear program is under the microscope again. The International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) is growing impatient. They want answers about Iran's uranium stockpiles and damaged nuclear sites. Three key facilities—Natanz, Fordow, and Isfahan—were bombed last June. The IAEA hasn't been able to

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Jan 19 2026POLITICS

Ukraine and US Keep Talking: What's Next?

Ukraine's main peace negotiator, Rustem Umerov, shared that discussions with the US about ending the war with Russia will keep going. These talks will happen at the World Economic Forum in Davos, Switzerland. Before this, Umerov and his team met with US officials in Florida. They talked about securi

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Jan 19 2026POLITICS

A Secret Deal to Keep the Peace, For Now

In a surprising turn of events, Israel and Iran have quietly agreed not to strike each other first. This deal, brokered by Russia, is not about making peace. It is about avoiding a big fight for now. Both countries are still ready for war. They are just taking a break to prepare. Russia played a bi

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