Briefing: 'He wasn't convincing to the world and to the American people', former US ambassador to NATO says
Strategic angle: Ivo Daalder critiques Trump's address, highlighting its lack of persuasiveness.
Editorial Staff Apr 2
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Briefing: Trump undermining NATO by creating doubt about US commitment, Macron says
Strategic angle: The US president has repeatedly criticized Western partners for not responding to his call for a naval force to reopen the Strait of Hormuz.
Editorial Staff Apr 2
Briefing: ‘Dumbest alliance break-up in history’: Trump threatens to leave NATO
Strategic angle: Donald Trump reiterates his threat to withdraw the U.S. from NATO, calling it a significant mistake.
Editorial Staff Apr 2
Briefing: Trump says he's considering pulling U.S. out of 'paper tiger' NATO
Strategic angle: The President's comments are the latest threat to America's allies after their reluctance to help reopen the Strait of Hormuz.
Editorial Staff Apr 1
US embassy in Venezuela formally resumes operations after seven-year closure
The US has reopened its embassy in Venezuela, marking a significant shift in diplomatic relations after years of operating from Colombia.
Editorial Staff Mar 30
Briefing: Denver sets NWSL attendance record at Mile High
Strategic angle: Denver Summit set the NWSL attendance record in their inaugural home game, bringing in a crowd of 63,004 against the Washington Spirit.
Editorial Staff Mar 28
Briefing: Trump administration sidelines, threatens Europe in Iran war: EU flounders in new world order
Strategic angle: US President Donald Trump issues stark warnings to European nations regarding their role in the Iran conflict, raising concerns about NATO's future.
Editorial Staff Mar 27
Briefing: The Ghost Camaro Got Humanitarian Aid Into A War Zone When The United Nations Could Not
Strategic angle: Helge Meyer navigated a blockade in an iconic Camaro to deliver aid where traditional channels failed.
Editorial Staff Mar 27
Briefing: South Africa excluded from G7 summit due to boycott threats from US
Strategic angle: Tensions rise as South Africa is left out of the G7 summit following US pressure.
Editorial Staff Mar 27
Briefing: NATO Secretary General Annual Report for 2025 Released
Strategic angle: NATO's European allies and Canada boost defense spending by 20% in 2025, according to Mark Rutte's report.
Editorial Staff Mar 26
Briefing: Facing European cold shoulder, Ukraine turns to Middle East partners
Strategic angle: Amid blocked EU aid and stalled diplomatic talks, Ukraine seeks new alliances in the Middle East.
Editorial Staff Mar 26
Briefing: Melania Trump shares the spotlight with a robot at an education and technology event
Strategic angle: The robot accompanied the first lady to the White House East Room for the final day of a summit she had convened with counterparts from around the world.
Editorial Staff Mar 26
Hungary's foreign minister admits calling Lavrov during key EU meetings
Hungarian FM Péter Szijjártó confirms regular communication with Russian counterpart during private EU discussions.
Editorial Staff Mar 26
Briefing: Japan says Chinese Embassy break-in 'regrettable'
Strategic angle: A soldier's break-in at the Chinese Embassy in Tokyo exacerbates already tense diplomatic relations over Taiwan.
Editorial Staff Mar 25
Briefing: US 'shifts' towards diplomacy with Iran ahead of midterms
Strategic angle: Hopes rise for a de-escalation in tensions as the US engages in talks with Tehran.
Editorial Staff Mar 24
US ambassador says failing to implement EU-US trade deal 'economic malpractice'
Concerns raised over the economic implications of not advancing the trade agreement.
Editorial Staff Mar 24
Briefing: Ultimatums, diplomacy and a trip to Graceland as Trump eyes a deal with Iran
Strategic angle: America may be a nation at war, but the president's activities have been a mix of diplomacy and diversions - with the occasional swing toward the surreal.
Editorial Staff Mar 24
EU speeds up free trade with Mercosur treaty and new Australia agreement
European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen highlights a 'trade trilogy' to enhance EU's global exchanges.
Editorial Staff Mar 24
Briefing: The Critical Minerals Report (03.22.2026): Building a ‘Critical Minerals NATO’, Iran Shockwaves, and Cobalt–Tungsten–Uranium as Barometers of Global Turbulence
Strategic angle: An in-depth analysis of critical minerals and their geopolitical implications.
Editorial Staff Mar 22
Briefing: Before Robert De Niro Was A Star He Promoted AMC's Ambassador In A '70s Car Commercial
Strategic angle: Even future stars have to pay the bills. Robert De Niro brought warmth to the small screen as a recent college grad who wants his parents to admire his new car.
Editorial Staff Mar 22