The US defense chief on Wednesday dismissed China and Russia as non-factors in Washington's decision making when it comes to the war against Iran
The US defense chief on Wednesday dismissed China and Russia as non-factors in Washington's decision making when it comes to the war against Iran. Russia and China have longstanding diplomatic and trade ties with Iran, while Russia has close military links to the country.
Russia accused of rigging votes in occupied Ukraine to boost Putin’s allies
Russia has been trying to integrate occupied Ukrainian territories into its political system since the start of the war.
Opinion: Trump’s 401(k) proposal could be a major step toward retirement security
Getting all workers into retirement savings plans, particularly low-earners, remains a formidable challenge.
Quebec’s governing party is running out of time to save itself
In the leadership race, Christine Fréchette leads Bernard Drainville as the CAQ faces political collapse The post Quebec’s Governing Party Is Running Out of Time to Save Itself first appeared on The Walrus.
Congress once fought to limit a president’s war powers - more than 50 years later, its successors are less willing to assert their authority
Article 1 of the U.S. Constitution gives Congress the power to declare war, not the president. But most modern presidents and their legal counsel have asserted that Article 2 of the Constitution allows the president to use the military in certain situations without prior congressional approval – and have acted on that, sending troops into conflicts from Panama to Libya, with no regard for Congress’ will. Congress has for the most part registered...
Rift between Javier Milei and his vice president deepens with accusations of coup-mongering and corruption
High-ranking officials close to the Argentine president accuse Victoria Villarruel of betting on the ‘government’s failure’
US submarine sinks Iranian warship by torpedo in a first since World War II
War Secretary Pete Hegseth announced that a U.S. submarine torpedo strike sank an Iranian warship in a first enemy ship sinking since World War II.
Starmer defends Iran response as Badenoch calls for offensive action
It comes after Trump criticised the PM for refusing to allow the use of UK bases in the initial US-Israel strikes.
Jesse Jackson praises Donald Trump in resurfaced clip
In early 1999, Rev. Jesse Jackson publicly praised Donald Trump at the Rainbow PUSH Coalition’s Wall Street Project conference, which aimed to expand minority access to corporate America and financial markets. At the January 14, 1999 event in New York, Jackson introduced Trump warmly and thanked him for supporting the initiative, including providing free office space at 40 Wall Street.
Defense official tells senator 'Canada needs to step up' militarily
Trump defense official tells MAGA senator that Canada ‘needs to step up’ militarily - The Trump official said his department has been in ‘continuing’ contact with Canada about NATO targets, NORAD and a potential Golden Dome missile defense program
Soaring power prices send US politicians on search for solutions
US politicians are racing to tame the soaring cost of electricity that threatens to upend this year’s congressional elections.
Gen. Keane 'stunned' after Iran's missile stocks decimated
Fox News' chief foreign correspondent Trey Yingst reports as air raid sirens ring out over Tel Aviv. Senior strategic analyst Gen. Jack Keane analyzes the success of 'Operation Epic Fury.'
Nirenberg cruises; Gonzales heads to runoff; Talarico could change Texas
After winning the Democratic primary for Bexar County judge, former San Antonio Mayor Ron Nirenberg is set to take center stage in county politics.
SEC Burgum travels to Venezuela for rare earth mineral talks weeks after Maduro arrest
Interior Secretary Doug Burgum traveled to Venezuela to explore a rare earth minerals partnership as the Trump administration seeks alternatives to China.
Trump-appointed judge condemns 'villainy' of DHS toward ICE detainee
A Trump-appointed judge denounced efforts to deport a 24-year-old college graduate originally from Honduras.
Americans urged to leave 14 Middle East countries amid Iran war
The State Department said it was facilitating charter flights from Saudi Arabia, Jordan and the UAE for Americans.
Hungarian veto on Ukraine loan proves EU needs less unanimity, says new Dutch PM
"The Netherlands is back," Dutch Prime Minister Rob Jetten declared on his first trip to Brussels since taking office. View on euronews
Trump says US will escort, insure oil tankers amid the Iran war
President Donald Trump said the US will provide insurance guarantees and naval escorts to ensure safe passage for oil tankers and other vessels through the Strait of Hormuz, intending to head off a potential energy crisis caused by the war with Iran.
Spanish military hopes to save two key dates with the United States: "Defense must be above politics"
Despite the Trump-Sánchez clash, the U.S. threat is commercial, not military. The anti-Trump stance of the Pedro Sánchez government has turned contacts between the national executive and the U.S. into a series of diplomatic mishaps, snubs, and public recriminations by Donald Trump. However, the portrayal of both leaders as individuals with opposing ideologies who are not interested in bridging their differences affects many interests but one:...
Utah Republicans push to reverse Biden-era regulations for Grand Staircase-Escalante
Environmental activists are calling the move dangerous to the national monument while lawmakers such as Rep. Maloy and Sen. Lee have said current restrictions go too far.
Polis signals possible clemency for Tina Peters, comparing her sentence to lighter one given to state lawmaker
Polis pointed to the case of a former Democratic state legislator who was sentenced to probation for the same charge that sent Tina Peters to prison.
Ex-Labour mayor and councillor join Reform UK
Former Newham councillors Sir Robin Wales and Clive Furness say Labour has failed London.