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China's warplane combat debut over Kashmir riles tense geopolitics

China's recent military successes in South Asia raise concerns about escalating tensions with India.

Marco Rubio defends cuts to the foreign affairs budget in the Senate

Marco Rubio defends significant cuts to the foreign affairs budget while facing criticism over potential U.S. influence loss to China.

13 hours ago

World politics

Pakistan, Afghanistan move towards restoring ties' in talks with China

US politics

Taiwan wants peace with China but needs tight defense Lai DW 05/20/2025

World politics

6 hours ago

As Trump focuses on his trade war, Brazil and China forge closer ties

China's Xi Jinping welcomes Brazil's Lula da Silva, underscoring a budding alliance against US tariffs and in favor of a multipolar world.

DC food

China's warplane combat debut over Kashmir riles tense geopolitics

China's recent military successes in South Asia raise concerns about escalating tensions with India.

Marco Rubio defends cuts to the foreign affairs budget in the Senate

Marco Rubio defends significant cuts to the foreign affairs budget while facing criticism over potential U.S. influence loss to China.

13 hours ago

World politics

Pakistan, Afghanistan move towards restoring ties' in talks with China

US politics

Taiwan wants peace with China but needs tight defense Lai DW 05/20/2025

Trump and Putin hold high-stakes phone call over war in Ukraine

President Trump seeks a ceasefire in Ukraine, expressing frustration with the ongoing conflict and pushing for a peaceful resolution.

Ukraine updates: Trump to hold phone call with Putin DW 05/19/2025

Trump is engaged in diplomatic efforts with Putin to end the Ukraine war.

Finland plans to support Ukraine by buying ammunition from frozen Russian assets.

Abrams tanks from Australia are finally en route to Ukraine.

Trump fails to secure Ukraine ceasefire after Putin call: What's next?

Trump initiates ceasefire talks but struggles to enforce agreement between Russia and Ukraine.

fromFast Company

Trump and Putin talk for 2 hours on the phone but fail to reach a Russia-Ukraine ceasefire deal

Trump aims for a ceasefire in Ukraine amid frustrations over ongoing conflict.

Trump Pushes False White Genocide' Claims in Tense Meeting With South African Leaders

Tensions rose during a White House meeting as Trump confronted Ramaphosa on violence against white farmers in South Africa.

What Trump Got Wrong About Putin

Moscow prefers a neutered Ukraine controlled by strict military and diplomatic limitations rather than merely seeking neutrality.

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Trump and Putin hold high-stakes phone call over war in Ukraine

President Trump seeks a ceasefire in Ukraine, expressing frustration with the ongoing conflict and pushing for a peaceful resolution.

Ukraine updates: Trump to hold phone call with Putin DW 05/19/2025

Trump is engaged in diplomatic efforts with Putin to end the Ukraine war.

Finland plans to support Ukraine by buying ammunition from frozen Russian assets.

Abrams tanks from Australia are finally en route to Ukraine.

Trump fails to secure Ukraine ceasefire after Putin call: What's next?

Trump initiates ceasefire talks but struggles to enforce agreement between Russia and Ukraine.

fromFast Company

Trump and Putin talk for 2 hours on the phone but fail to reach a Russia-Ukraine ceasefire deal

Trump aims for a ceasefire in Ukraine amid frustrations over ongoing conflict.

Trump Pushes False White Genocide' Claims in Tense Meeting With South African Leaders

Tensions rose during a White House meeting as Trump confronted Ramaphosa on violence against white farmers in South Africa.

What Trump Got Wrong About Putin

Moscow prefers a neutered Ukraine controlled by strict military and diplomatic limitations rather than merely seeking neutrality.

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#iran

Iran Meets European Powers As Trump Presses Tehran On Nuclear Proposal

Diplomatic discussions regarding Iran's nuclear negotiations highlight the urgent need for a decision to avoid detrimental consequences.

President Trump discusses Iran nuclear deal with Israel's Benjamin Netanyahu

Trump aims for a positive nuclear deal with Iran while emphasizing diplomatic solutions over severe repercussions.

12 hours ago

Iran-US nuclear talks end with no agreement but possibility of progress'

US-Iran talks on uranium enrichment ended without agreement, but potential for future negotiations remains.

20 hours ago

US politics

Red lines' stalk fifth round of Iran-US nuclear talks

Iran Meets European Powers As Trump Presses Tehran On Nuclear Proposal

Diplomatic discussions regarding Iran's nuclear negotiations highlight the urgent need for a decision to avoid detrimental consequences.

President Trump discusses Iran nuclear deal with Israel's Benjamin Netanyahu

Trump aims for a positive nuclear deal with Iran while emphasizing diplomatic solutions over severe repercussions.

12 hours ago

Iran-US nuclear talks end with no agreement but possibility of progress'

US-Iran talks on uranium enrichment ended without agreement, but potential for future negotiations remains.

20 hours ago

US politics

Red lines' stalk fifth round of Iran-US nuclear talks

First part of Ukraine-Russia POW exchange completed, Zelenskyy says

Prisoner exchange between Ukraine and Russia initiated with 390 individuals swapped, continuing over the weekend as a confidence-building measure.

How to achieve a lasting ceasefire between Russia and Ukraine?

The recent Russia-Ukraine talks were brief but resulted in agreement on a prisoner exchange and discussion of a potential ceasefire.

Russia, Ukraine agree prisoner swap as talks end in less than two hours

Kyiv and Moscow agreed to exchange 1,000 prisoners of war, marking a significant development despite unresolved ceasefire discussions.

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Russo-Ukrainian War

Russia and Ukraine agree prisoner exchange and to continue negotiating a ceasefire

fromeuronews

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First part of Ukraine-Russia POW exchange completed, Zelenskyy says

Prisoner exchange between Ukraine and Russia initiated with 390 individuals swapped, continuing over the weekend as a confidence-building measure.

How to achieve a lasting ceasefire between Russia and Ukraine?

The recent Russia-Ukraine talks were brief but resulted in agreement on a prisoner exchange and discussion of a potential ceasefire.

Russia, Ukraine agree prisoner swap as talks end in less than two hours

Kyiv and Moscow agreed to exchange 1,000 prisoners of war, marking a significant development despite unresolved ceasefire discussions.

fromenglish.elpais.com

Russo-Ukrainian War

Russia and Ukraine agree prisoner exchange and to continue negotiating a ceasefire

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A senior Ukrainian official accuses Russia of making unacceptable demands at peace talks in Turkey

The peace talks between Russia and Ukraine in Istanbul faced challenges due to unacceptable demands from Russia.

Nobody in Ukraine Thinks the War Will End Soon

Ukrainians remain resolute in fighting, dismissing cease-fire talks and questioning the sincerity of Russian negotiations.

Kremlin cites past wars as it threatens long conflict in Ukraine

Russia is prepared for a long conflict in Ukraine, analogous to Peter the Great's persistence in the Great Northern War.

Expectations Low As Ukraine, Russia Meet For Peace Talks In Turkey

Expectations for the Ukraine-Russia peace talks in Istanbul were very low, following previous unsuccessful negotiations.

Kremlin Says Russia, Ukraine 'Yet To Agree' On More Peace Talks As 2 Killed In Strikes On Donetsk

Russia and Ukraine have not scheduled any peace negotiations despite diplomatic talks and ongoing violence in Donetsk.

If Russia won't go for peace, US must boost Ukraine aid

Putin's true intentions regarding peace talks with Ukraine remain uncertain and pose challenges for achieving a cease-fire.

fromwww.independent.co.uk

A senior Ukrainian official accuses Russia of making unacceptable demands at peace talks in Turkey

The peace talks between Russia and Ukraine in Istanbul faced challenges due to unacceptable demands from Russia.

Nobody in Ukraine Thinks the War Will End Soon

Ukrainians remain resolute in fighting, dismissing cease-fire talks and questioning the sincerity of Russian negotiations.

Kremlin cites past wars as it threatens long conflict in Ukraine

Russia is prepared for a long conflict in Ukraine, analogous to Peter the Great's persistence in the Great Northern War.

Expectations Low As Ukraine, Russia Meet For Peace Talks In Turkey

Expectations for the Ukraine-Russia peace talks in Istanbul were very low, following previous unsuccessful negotiations.

Kremlin Says Russia, Ukraine 'Yet To Agree' On More Peace Talks As 2 Killed In Strikes On Donetsk

Russia and Ukraine have not scheduled any peace negotiations despite diplomatic talks and ongoing violence in Donetsk.

fromThe American Conservative

If Russia won't go for peace, US must boost Ukraine aid

Putin's true intentions regarding peace talks with Ukraine remain uncertain and pose challenges for achieving a cease-fire.

more#ukraine

From Foggy Bottom to Fertile Ground

Washington, DC, teaches you how to read the room, speak in acronyms, and feign conviction in things you do not believe.

Right-wing politics

#violence

What we know about the victims of the D.C. Jewish museum shooting

A couple's tragic death underscores the challenges of diplomacy and the pursuit of peace.

NYC LGBT

Murdered Israeli Embassy diplomats Yaron Lischinsky and Sarah Milgrim were young lovers, just days from getting engaged

Two Israeli diplomats, Yaron Lischinsky and Sarah Milgrim, were murdered days before their engagement.

Milgrim was involved in peace-building efforts between Israelis and Palestinians.

Left-wing politics

My peaceful hand was met with murder in woke terror attack on Jewish Museum

The recent shooting of Israeli diplomats highlights a troubling ideological division leading to violence against Jews.

What we know about the victims of the D.C. Jewish museum shooting

A couple's tragic death underscores the challenges of diplomacy and the pursuit of peace.

NYC LGBT

Murdered Israeli Embassy diplomats Yaron Lischinsky and Sarah Milgrim were young lovers, just days from getting engaged

Two Israeli diplomats, Yaron Lischinsky and Sarah Milgrim, were murdered days before their engagement.

Milgrim was involved in peace-building efforts between Israelis and Palestinians.

Left-wing politics

My peaceful hand was met with murder in woke terror attack on Jewish Museum

The recent shooting of Israeli diplomats highlights a troubling ideological division leading to violence against Jews.

more#violence

#international-relations

Governments condemn Israel for firing towards diplomats in West Bank

International condemnation follows Israeli forces firing warning shots near diplomats, emphasizing the need for accountability and protection of diplomatic missions.

Zelenskyy meets Vance in Rome, hours after Russia's largest drone attack on Ukraine

U.S. and European leaders are collaborating to end the war in Ukraine amid intensified diplomatic efforts.

Trump is getting the Ukraine-Russia war all wrong - and he's making it even harder on himself

Trump's approach to the Ukraine war mistakenly favors Russia while pressuring Ukraine, complicating potential pathways to peace.

Israeli troops fire warning shots' at 25 diplomats visiting occupied West Bank

Israeli military fired warning shots at diplomats visiting Jenin, escalating international tensions regarding Israel's military actions in the region.

France and Italy Summon Israeli Ambassadors After Israel Fired Warning Shots' at Diplomatic Delegation

The French Foreign Affairs Minister summoned the Israeli ambassador following warning shots fired at diplomats in the West Bank, calling the situation unacceptable.

Russo-Ukrainian War

Putin's No-Show Tempers Hopes For Breakthrough In Ukraine-Russia Peace Talks

Governments condemn Israel for firing towards diplomats in West Bank

International condemnation follows Israeli forces firing warning shots near diplomats, emphasizing the need for accountability and protection of diplomatic missions.

Zelenskyy meets Vance in Rome, hours after Russia's largest drone attack on Ukraine

U.S. and European leaders are collaborating to end the war in Ukraine amid intensified diplomatic efforts.

Trump is getting the Ukraine-Russia war all wrong - and he's making it even harder on himself

Trump's approach to the Ukraine war mistakenly favors Russia while pressuring Ukraine, complicating potential pathways to peace.

Israeli troops fire warning shots' at 25 diplomats visiting occupied West Bank

Israeli military fired warning shots at diplomats visiting Jenin, escalating international tensions regarding Israel's military actions in the region.

France and Italy Summon Israeli Ambassadors After Israel Fired Warning Shots' at Diplomatic Delegation

The French Foreign Affairs Minister summoned the Israeli ambassador following warning shots fired at diplomats in the West Bank, calling the situation unacceptable.

more#international-relations

Russo-Ukrainian War

Putin's No-Show Tempers Hopes For Breakthrough In Ukraine-Russia Peace Talks

#international-law

UK politics

Israeli army firing at Irish diplomats is a clear breach of law, Tanaiste Simon Harris says

UK politics

Irish officials deliver demarche to Israelis after two Irish diplomats fired at by IDF in the West Bank

UK politics

Israeli army firing at Irish diplomats is a clear breach of law, Tanaiste Simon Harris says

UK politics

Irish officials deliver demarche to Israelis after two Irish diplomats fired at by IDF in the West Bank

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#middle-east

Oman confirms new round of US-Iran talks despite enrichment dispute

US-Iran nuclear negotiations continue amidst significant disagreements on uranium enrichment.

Iran asserts its right to enrich uranium despite US opposition.

SF politics

Syria's new leader 'open' to joining Abraham Accords, normalizing relations with Israel, two reps who met him say

Oman confirms new round of US-Iran talks despite enrichment dispute

US-Iran nuclear negotiations continue amidst significant disagreements on uranium enrichment.

Iran asserts its right to enrich uranium despite US opposition.

SF politics

Syria's new leader 'open' to joining Abraham Accords, normalizing relations with Israel, two reps who met him say

US news

South Africa's president heads to the White House. Can he charm Trump?

US politics

High stakes for South Africa's Ramaphosa's Trump meeting DW 05/20/2025

US politics

South Africa's Ramaphosa to visit Trump: Can they fix tricky relations?

US news

South Africa's president heads to the White House. Can he charm Trump?

US politics

High stakes for South Africa's Ramaphosa's Trump meeting DW 05/20/2025

US politics

South Africa's Ramaphosa to visit Trump: Can they fix tricky relations?

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#gaza

Marco Rubio suggests US engagement' led to limited aid entering Gaza

Humanitarian aid reaching Gaza is insufficient despite recent US engagement.

US politics

Middle East: Israel allows Gaza aid for 'diplomatic reasons' DW 05/19/2025

Marco Rubio suggests US engagement' led to limited aid entering Gaza

Humanitarian aid reaching Gaza is insufficient despite recent US engagement.

US politics

Middle East: Israel allows Gaza aid for 'diplomatic reasons' DW 05/19/2025

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#trump-administration

Donald, Vladimir, And A 2-Hour Phone Call: Did Putin Get The Better Of Trump?

Trump's shift in tone towards Putin indicates a retreat from strong diplomatic pressure regarding the Ukraine conflict.

Very disturbing': Trump receipt of overseas gifts unprecedented, experts warn

Trump's presidency showcases an unprecedented openness to foreign gifts and investments that reshapes U.S. foreign policy in favor of monetary gains.

fromwww.mediaite.com

Trump Made the First Move for Jet Gift' From Qataris: Report

Trump's claim that Qatar gifted a plane is contradicted by sources indicating the U.S. initiated the acquisition talks.

fromeuronews

Paris food

Trump nominee Charles Kushner confirmed as US ambassador to France

fromBusiness Insider

US politics

Qatar's PM says he doesn't know why its $400 million Jumbo jet gift is being called 'bribery'

Donald, Vladimir, And A 2-Hour Phone Call: Did Putin Get The Better Of Trump?

Trump's shift in tone towards Putin indicates a retreat from strong diplomatic pressure regarding the Ukraine conflict.

Very disturbing': Trump receipt of overseas gifts unprecedented, experts warn

Trump's presidency showcases an unprecedented openness to foreign gifts and investments that reshapes U.S. foreign policy in favor of monetary gains.

fromwww.mediaite.com

Trump Made the First Move for Jet Gift' From Qataris: Report

Trump's claim that Qatar gifted a plane is contradicted by sources indicating the U.S. initiated the acquisition talks.

fromeuronews

Paris food

Trump nominee Charles Kushner confirmed as US ambassador to France

fromBusiness Insider

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US politics

Qatar's PM says he doesn't know why its $400 million Jumbo jet gift is being called 'bribery'

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A meeting with Sheinbaum, dinner with the far right, and a photo with Our Lady of Guadalupe: Trump's new ambassador arrives in Mexico

"Thank you, Mexico!" Applause erupted from the crowd as Ronald Johnson took to the floor, greeted warmly by mariachis and marked a stark contrast from his predecessor.

US news

#pope-leo-xiv

US news

Pope Leo meets with Vance, who delivers an invitation to visit the White House

World politics

Pope Leo XIV to be inaugurated at Vatican Mass DW 05/18/2025

fromABC7 Chicago

LGBT

Pope Leo XIV affirms family is based on union between a man and a woman, unborn has inherent dignity

fromABC7 Los Angeles

US politics

VP Vance to attend Pope Leo's inaugural mass in Rome

Pope Leo meets with Vance, who delivers an invitation to visit the White House

Vatican meeting signals a diplomatic reset in U.S.-Vatican relations and a joint focus on peace in Ukraine.

World politics

Pope Leo XIV to be inaugurated at Vatican Mass DW 05/18/2025

Pope Leo XIV's inauguration will be attended by a wide array of international leaders, highlighting the event's diplomatic significance.

fromABC7 Chicago

LGBT

Pope Leo XIV affirms family is based on union between a man and a woman, unborn has inherent dignity

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US politics

VP Vance to attend Pope Leo's inaugural mass in Rome

Trump calls Putin, Zelenskyy and other European leaders in a push to end Russia's war

Trump is actively pursuing diplomatic calls to negotiate an end to the war in Ukraine amid stalled talks.

Europe politics

Italy's Meloni scores diplomatic win as 'bridge builder' by bringing US and EU to the same table

Journalism's role is crucial in presenting facts amid a significant political moment.

Italy's Premier Meloni aims to enhance U.S.-EU relations through trilateral discussions.

Vance and Zelensky shake hands at Pope Leo XIV's inaugural mass - in first encounter since Oval Office blow-up

Vance and Zelensky aim to improve US-Ukraine relations despite previous tensions, amidst ongoing crises in Ukraine.

Europe politics

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World Leaders Shown AI Baby Versions of Themselves at European Summit

The European Political Community summit featured a playful AI baby montage, blending lightheartedness with serious discussions on geopolitical tensions.

Russia-Ukraine war: List of key events, day 1,178

Russia is gearing up for a military offensive in Ukraine, coinciding with a recent dialogue that yielded the largest POW exchange.

Istanbul talks highlight Turkiye's balancing act between Russia and Ukraine

Turkiye's diplomatic balancing act highlights its critical role in the Ukraine-Russia conflict and its expanding regional influence.

Trump says US close to a nuclear deal with Iran

The U.S. and Iran are nearing a nuclear deal but face significant negotiation challenges.

fromThe Local France

French chauffeur to face trial over alleged theft from UK minister

The driver was charged with theft after a dispute over charges during a ride for Foreign Minister David Lammy and his wife, leading to legal action.

London food

Russia-Ukraine war: List of key events, day 1,176

Russia captured two villages in eastern Ukraine, while missile strikes in Sumy resulted in civilian casualties, raising the stakes ahead of peace talks.