FOREIGN POLICY

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Mar 15 2025POLITICS

Greenland Stands United Against Trump's Bold Move

Greenland, the world's largest island, is not just a giant block of ice. It's a place with its own people, culture, and history. Greenland is a semi-autonomous territory of Denmark. This means Greenland manages its own local affairs, but Denmark handles the big stuff like foreign and defense policie

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Mar 14 2025POLITICS

Trump's New Plan: US Military Might for the Panama Canal?

The Trump administration has taken a bold step by asking the Pentagon for military options to secure US access to the Panama Canal. This move is part of a larger shakeup in US strategic priorities. The directive, titled “Interim National Defense Strategic Guidance, ” marks a significant shift from t

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Mar 14 2025POLITICS

Trump's Push for Defense Spending: A NATO Shake-Up

Trump's leadership has stirred up quite a bit of activity within NATO. The U. S. President has been vocal about his desire for NATO members to increase their defense spending. This push has led to some significant developments. Recently, the European Commission called for a massive 800 billion euros

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Mar 13 2025POLITICS

A Student's Freedom at Stake

A recent graduate from Columbia University, Mahmoud Khalil, found himself in a tough spot. He was taken into custody by ICE. This happened just as he was returning home with his wife after breaking their fast during Ramadan. Khalil, a Palestinian born in Syria, had been a vocal figure in campus prot

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Mar 12 2025POLITICS

Europe's Defense Wake-Up Call

Europe is in a state of uncertainty. The continent is grappling with a sudden shift in its security landscape. The U. S. has been a steadfast ally for decades, but recent events have left Europeans wondering if that support is waning. A series of events has sparked this anxiety. The U. S. has be

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Mar 09 2025POLITICS

Trump's Sudden Shift: Ukraine's Struggle for Peace and Security

The Trump administration has made a surprising move by halting military aid and intelligence sharing with Ukraine. This decision has left many wondering if it will push Ukraine and Russia closer to peace or further from it. The pause in support includes not only weapons and financial aid but also cr

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Mar 09 2025POLITICS

Europe's Defense Boost: A New Era of Spending and Unity

Europe is stepping up its defense game. Recent events have pushed EU leaders to seriously consider ramping up defense spending. This shift comes as the US seems to be pulling back its support for Ukraine and Europe. The EU summit in Brussels was a big deal. Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy w

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Mar 07 2025POLITICS

China's Foreign Minister Wang Yi Stands Firm Against US Trade Tactics

China's top diplomat, Wang Yi, recently spoke out against the US's trade policies. He called out the US for its "two-faced" behavior. This is in response to the US's recent increase in tariffs on Chinese goods. Wang Yi made these remarks during a meeting on the sidelines of China's annual parliament

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Mar 07 2025POLITICS

US Shuffles Its Diplomatic Deck

The US is making big changes to its diplomatic setup. It plans to close several consulates in Western Europe and cut jobs worldwide. This move is part of a broader effort to trim costs and reshape the government's approach to foreign policy. The US State Department is also thinking about mergin

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Mar 07 2025POLITICS

Why Hungary Says No to Ukraine in NATO

Hungary's foreign minister, Péter Szijjártó, has made it clear that Ukraine joining NATO is not going to happen. He thinks it would bring the war right into NATO's backyard, which could lead to a third world war. Hungary isn't alone in this view; Slovakia, Germany, and the U. S. also have reservatio

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