World & Security — Archive
Foreign policy, defense, trade, and international relations
Reports Indicate Fraud and Waste in Ukraine Led to Additional Weapons Contracts
Allegations of mismanagement in Ukrainian defense procurement may have resulted in increased U.S. military aid rather than reduced support.
Ford Calls Duffy’s China Criticism ‘Wrongheaded Attempt to Capture Headlines’
Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy sent a letter expressing ‘profound concern’ over Ford’s reliance on foreign adversary technology; Ford disputes the accuracy.
Iran Signals Readiness to Escalate Fight in Face of Rising U.S. Pressure
Tehran warns of retaliatory measures as diplomatic tensions intensify over nuclear restrictions and regional proxy conflicts.
National Gas Average Hits $4.15, Breaking Labor Day Records Amid Iran Conflict
The national average shattered the 2012 record of $3.82, driven by Middle East tensions that offset typical post-summer price declines.
Trump Bans Sale of Canadian Dairy, Vehicles, and Alcohol in U.S.
Executive orders signed on Tuesday take effect Sept. 29, coinciding with the implementation of Canadian retaliatory tariffs on $27.6 billion in U.S. goods.
US Bans Dairy, Motorcycles and Most Alcohol From Canada as Trade War Escalates
The ban takes effect in three weeks in response to Canadian retaliatory tariffs on $20 billion in US imports, further straining relations between the two neighbors.
Canada, France, UK Announce Joint Ban on Imports From Israeli Settlements
The three nations label the move a "turning point" in efforts to secure a two-state solution, following their recognition of Palestinian statehood a year prior.
US Issues Sweeping Sanctions Against Iranian Airlines, Foreign Businesses
The Trump administration targets all Iranian carriers and 12 foreign firms linked to Mahan Air under Operation Economic Outcast.
Reuters/Ipsos Poll: 33% See Domestic Terrorism as Top Threat, Outpacing Foreign Threats at 20%
The survey reveals a shift in public perception, with random violent acts cited by 42% of respondents as a primary safety concern.
Far-Right AfD Wins 44 Percent of Seats in German State Election, Challenging Chancellor Merz
The Alternative for Germany party falls just three seats short of a majority in Saxony-Anhalt, marking the first time the traditional firewall against the far right is tested in a state government.