US FOREIGN POLICY

Mar 07 2026POLITICS

U. S. Approves $151M Arms Deal for Israel Without Congress

The United States has decided to sell a large amount of bombs and related supplies to Israel, worth about $151. 8 million, without asking Congress for approval. This move was announced by the State Department on Friday. Israel wants to buy 12, 000 general‑purpose bombs that weigh one ton each. The d

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Mar 06 2026POLITICS

Russia Gains and Loses as Trump’s Actions Shift Global Power

The United States has recently intensified its military campaign against Iran, a move that has had mixed results for Russia. On one hand, higher prices for oil and gas have helped Moscow’s economy, while the country also promotes itself as a reliable source of energy for other nations. Additionally,

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Mar 03 2026POLITICS

US Moves and the Cost of Power Plays

The United States and Israel carried out a large military strike on Iran over the weekend, targeting the nation’s leadership. Reports say that Ayatollah Ali Khamenei and many of his top aides were killed in the attack. The Iranian Red Crescent has announced that more than 550 people died, and at lea

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Feb 16 2026POLITICS

A U. S. Diplomat's Trip to Strengthen Bonds with Europe's Conservative Leaders

Marco Rubio, the U. S. Secretary of State, is heading to Eastern Europe for a quick visit. He plans to meet with leaders from Slovakia and Hungary. These countries have leaders who are quite conservative and have a good relationship with former U. S. President Donald Trump. Rubio's trip is all abou

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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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Feb 13 2026POLITICS

Tech and Money Power: Why Countries Are Worried

Countries are starting to worry about their freedom. Why? Because the U. S. has a lot of control over money and technology. This is not about physical borders. It is about the invisible ways the U. S. can influence other nations. Recently, the U. S. took action against Venezuela. It also talked abo

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Jan 27 2026POLITICS

Why Congress Matters in War Decisions

Senator Lisa Murkowski is making waves by standing up for Congress's role in war decisions. She's been vocal about the need for Congress to approve military actions, especially in Venezuela. This isn't about politics; it's about following the Constitution. The U. S. has been taking actions that coul

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Jan 25 2026POLITICS

Power Plays: When Leaders Talk Peace but Act Otherwise

Leaders throughout history have often used the word \"peace\" to justify their actions, but what they mean by it can be very different from what it seems. One recent example is a powerful leader who claimed he stopped eight wars and felt snubbed when he didn't receive a prestigious peace award. He

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Jan 23 2026OPINION

When Power Ignores the Rules: A Look at Global Law and Order

The world has long relied on international law to keep powerful nations in check and protect innocent people from war's worst horrors. This system, built after the devastation of the 20th century, aimed to ensure that force didn't go unchecked. But today, this system is under threat. Powerful nation

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Jan 21 2026OPINION

The Chilling Reality of Power and Force in America

The United States, under the Trump administration, has taken a sharp turn towards a policy driven by strength and force. This shift is evident both domestically and internationally. Abroad, the U. S. has been aggressive, intervening militarily in countries like Venezuela, Nigeria, Somalia, Iran, Yem

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