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🇺🇸 Fox News
National & Local

Carlos Fernández de Cossío: Cuba 'preparing' for 'possibility of military aggression'

Cuban Deputy Foreign Minister Carlos Fernández de Cossío stated that Cuba is preparing for potential U.S. military aggression despite recent U.S. officials indicating no plans for invasion.

Mar 22 • 20:37 UTC
🇫🇮 Iltalehti
National & Local

Stubb's Direct Words in a British Newspaper: The United States is No Longer What It Was

Finnish President Alexander Stubb discusses the current division in the West and the changing dynamics of U.S. foreign policy in a recent interview with the Telegraph.

Mar 22 • 18:04 UTC
🇪🇪 Postimees
World

Cuba's Minister: Preparing for Possible US Attack

Cuba's Deputy Foreign Minister stated that the communist-led island nation is preparing for a possible attack from the US while asserting there are no current tensions with Washington.

Mar 22 • 15:40 UTC
🇨🇦 National Post
World

Cuba would 'be naive' to not ready its military in response to Trump’s threats: official

Cuba's Deputy Foreign Minister indicated that the country is bracing for potential military aggression due to heightened threats from the U.S., particularly under the Trump administration.

Mar 22 • 14:09 UTC
🇨🇳 South China Morning Post
World

International capital flowing to China as investors seek certainty during Iranian conflict

Foreign investors are increasingly diverting capital to China amid uncertainties arising from the Iranian conflict and geopolitical tensions.

Mar 22 • 08:24 UTC
🇮🇳 Aaj Tak (Hindi)
National & Local

Why did Donald Trump get angry at NATO?

Donald Trump expressed strong discontent over NATO countries not supporting the U.S. in the Iran war, calling them cowards and highlighting NATO's weakness without American backing.

Mar 21 • 17:32 UTC
🇮🇱 Haaretz
World

Behind the Tension Between Trump and NATO Lies Distrust, Ideological Cracks, and One Dreadful Clause

Donald Trump's recent aggressive attacks on NATO reflect deeper ideological cracks and a significant mistrust between him and the alliance.

Mar 21 • 16:20 UTC
🇪🇨 El Universo (ES)
World

The Predatory Hegemon

A Harvard article argues Donald Trump's second term can be characterized as a 'predatory hegemon' seeking short-term gains at the expense of allies and adversaries alike.

Mar 21 • 11:00 UTC
🇱🇹 Lrytas
National & Local

Media: Amidst the energy crisis, Cuba denied the US embassy's request to bring in fuel

Cuba's foreign ministry rejected a request from the US embassy to import fuel, labeling it as shameless amidst the country's ongoing energy crisis.

Mar 21 • 09:28 UTC
🇬🇧 Sky News
National & Local

Has Trump given his biggest indication he's done with the Iran war? Don't take anything for certain

President Trump appears to signal a potential withdrawal from the Iran conflict, describing military achievements more definitively than before.

Mar 20 • 23:45 UTC
🇺🇸 Fox News
National & Local

Not just tariffs: Foreign nations profited off of us — now Trump is striking back

The Trump administration is actively countering international trade practices that it views as harmful to U.S. workers and industries.

Mar 20 • 09:00 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
World

Iran warns UK that allowing US to use military bases is 'participation in aggression' in phone call

Iran has condemned the UK for permitting US military operations from its bases, viewing it as an act of aggression.

Mar 20 • 07:48 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

'State 51, anyone?': after eyeing Canada, Greenland, and Cuba, Trump suggests giving Venezuela state status in the U.S.

Donald Trump suggested on social media the idea of granting Venezuela statehood in the U.S. following their baseball team's victory against the U.S.

Mar 20 • 05:00 UTC
🇦🇷 Clarin (ES)
World

How Trump Should Get Out of the Mess with Iran

The article discusses the geopolitical complexities surrounding U.S.-Iran relations under Trump, particularly focusing on the implications of military action and the broader economic consequences.

Mar 19 • 13:39 UTC
🇬🇷 Naftemporiki
World

Oman: The Trump administration 'lost control of its foreign policy' – War is destruction

Oman's Foreign Minister criticized the Trump administration for losing control of its foreign policy, stating that a peace agreement between the US and Iran was close.

Mar 19 • 13:29 UTC
🇩🇪 FAZ
World

Beijing's Maneuvering: China Leaves Its Partner Iran to Its Fate

The article discusses China's strategic distancing from Iran amid the ongoing conflict with U.S. and Israeli forces, highlighting that Beijing's interests outweigh its commitment to Tehran.

Mar 19 • 06:20 UTC
🇦🇷 La Nacion (ES)
National & Local

Javier Milei, live: the latest measures of the Government

Javier Milei's government is facing scrutiny from opposition, particularly regarding foreign relations and the recent economic policies.

Mar 19 • 03:33 UTC
🇪🇪 Postimees
World

Wadephul: US support for Ukraine remains despite Iranian crisis

US support for Ukraine is expected to continue despite the tensions in transatlantic relations caused by the Iranian conflict, according to German Foreign Minister Johann Wadephul.

Mar 19 • 03:20 UTC
🇯🇵 Asahi Shimbun (JP)
National & Local

Change in the US-Japan Summit in Iran: What Japan Should Do - Tsuneo Watanabe

Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi is set to meet with President Trump at the White House, focusing on Japan's response to the escalating situation in Iran.

Mar 19 • 00:59 UTC
🇦🇷 La Nacion (ES)
National & Local

Peter Lamelas: 'Trump asked me to align Argentina with the United States'

Peter Lamelas, the U.S. Ambassador to Argentina, stated that Donald Trump urged him to align Argentina more closely with the United States during an interview.

Mar 18 • 22:18 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Mauro Vieira responds to US report on alleged Chinese bases in Brazil

Brazil's Foreign Minister Mauro Vieira refuted claims from a US Congressional report alleging the existence of Chinese military installations in Brazil.

Mar 18 • 19:31 UTC
🇬🇧 Guardian
National & Local

As Trump shows lack of direction on Iran, even Badenoch distances herself

Kemi Badenoch distances herself from Donald Trump's foreign policy on Iran amidst criticism from Keir Starmer regarding her stance on US-Iran relations.

Mar 18 • 18:19 UTC
🇶🇦 Al Jazeera
National & Local

Iraqji to Al Jazeera English: The assassination of Larijani will not destabilize Iran

Iran's Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi stated that the assassination of Ali Larijani will not undermine the stability of the Iranian government.

Mar 18 • 05:33 UTC
🇦🇷 Clarin (ES)
National & Local

USTR threatens with new restrictions

The US Trade Representative, Ambassador Jamieson Greer, announced investigations into trade practices of several countries under Section 301 of the Trade Act of 1974.

Mar 17 • 19:16 UTC
🇮🇱 Haaretz
National & Local

Qatar: If the US stops the war, we will have to deal with Iran's revenge

Qatar's foreign ministry spokesperson Majed Al-Ansari stated that regional countries will face Iranian retaliation if the US decides to end the war, emphasizing the need for military deterrence against both Israeli and Iranian hegemony.

Mar 17 • 17:48 UTC
🇩🇪 FAZ
National & Local

Washington and London: Has Keir Starmer now had his 'Love Actually Moment'?

UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer is facing calls from Labour Party members for a firmer stance against US President Donald Trump amid recent humiliating comments about Britain.

Mar 17 • 13:40 UTC
🇷🇺 RT
National & Local

South Africa has no reason to cut ties with Iran – official

South Africa's Foreign Ministry asserts it will maintain ties with Iran despite US criticism, emphasizing its stance against being drawn into great power rivalries.

Mar 17 • 13:18 UTC
🇰🇷 Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

‘Did we receive an official request for troop deployment from the U.S.?’ asks Diplomacy, ‘It’s difficult to answer’ says Defense, ‘There was none’

South Korean officials presented differing responses regarding whether the U.S. made an official request for troop deployment to the Hormuz Strait, with the Foreign Minister indicating ambiguity and the Defense Minister denying any official request.

Mar 17 • 10:00 UTC
🇫🇷 Le Figaro
World

Captured by Iran, Donald Trump postpones his visit to China

Donald Trump has postponed his planned visit to China due to ongoing tensions with Iran, highlighting the precarious nature of U.S.-China relations amid Middle Eastern conflicts.

Mar 17 • 07:50 UTC
🇶🇦 Al Jazeera
World

From Venezuela to Iran: How Trump's maximum pressure strategy changed the world's calculations

The article discusses how the United States' military operations in Venezuela and subsequent war against Iran reflect a shift towards a reliance on force rather than diplomacy in international relations.

Mar 17 • 04:09 UTC
🇬🇷 Naftemporiki
World

Axios: Steve Witkoff has been in contact with Iranian Foreign Minister Araqchi in recent days

A direct communication channel has been reactivated between US Special Envoy Steve Witkoff and Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araqchi amidst ongoing conflict.

Mar 16 • 20:00 UTC
🇫🇮 Ilta-Sanomat
National & Local

Editorial: Donald Trump Extended a Hand to Russia

The U.S. Treasury's temporary allowance for the sale of Russian oil amid rising global prices showcases a shift in Donald Trump's administration's approach to energy markets and foreign relations.

Mar 16 • 19:00 UTC
🇬🇧 Guardian
National & Local

Tucker Carlson expresses fear that he may face federal charges for talking to Iranians

Tucker Carlson fears potential federal charges for allegedly acting as an agent of a foreign power by communicating with Iranians.

Mar 16 • 18:10 UTC
🇬🇷 Naftemporiki
World

Trump: Macron's Support for the Strait of Hormuz is an '8' on a Scale of 1 to 10

Donald Trump rated Emmanuel Macron's willingness to assist in ensuring safe passage through the Strait of Hormuz as an '8' during a White House event, expressing that the score was not perfect, yet satisfactory considering France's involvement.

Mar 16 • 17:34 UTC
🇱🇹 15min
World

Trump on Hormuz: For 40 years we have protected you, and you don’t want to get involved

Donald Trump emphasized the U.S. commitment to protecting allies for the past 40 years while urging other nations to get involved.

Mar 16 • 16:44 UTC
🇬🇧 Guardian
National & Local

UK not obliged to support every demand of ‘transactional’ US president, minister says

A UK minister stated that the country is not obligated to comply with every demand from the US, underlining President Trump's transactional nature regarding foreign relations, particularly with Iran.

Mar 16 • 08:46 UTC
🇬🇷 To Vima
National & Local

Tsipras in Alexandroupoli: The Intervention for Iran, the Shots at the 'King's Jester'

Former Greek Prime Minister Alexis Tsipras is expected to send messages about foreign policy during a book presentation in Alexandroupoli, where he will criticize the current government's handling of U.S.-Israel actions in Iran.

Mar 16 • 06:14 UTC
🇯🇵 Asahi Shimbun (JP)
National & Local

The True Nature of Japan-U.S. Relations: Has It Been Communicated to the Public?

An interview with Tsutomu Hatano, a professor emeritus at Tsukuba University, explores whether the Japanese government has honestly communicated the true nature of Japan-U.S. relations to its citizens, especially in the context of an upcoming summit amid rising tensions in the Middle East.

Mar 16 • 02:00 UTC
🇺🇸 Fox News
World

Iranian foreign minister claims Trump launched war 'because it is fun'

Iran's foreign minister accused President Trump of initiating a war against Iran for amusement, highlighting the ongoing conflict between the two nations.

Mar 15 • 23:00 UTC
🇩🇪 FAZ
World

Live Blog Iran War: Iran's Foreign Minister: 'We Will Continue'

Iran's Foreign Minister Abbas Araghtschi asserts the country will continue its defensive actions until the U.S. acknowledges what he calls an 'illegal war.'

Mar 15 • 18:39 UTC
🇦🇷 La Nacion (ES)
National & Local

Martin Gurri: "Trump is less crazy than we all believe"

Martin Gurri discusses former President Trump's complex approach to international relations and his impact on U.S.-Latin America relations.

Mar 15 • 03:01 UTC
🇦🇺 Guardian Australia
National & Local

The Sunday Read: Paul Daley on Australia’s Blind Acceptance of Trump’s War on Iran - Podcast

Paul Daley critiques Australia's unquestioning support of the U.S. stance on Iran under Trump, warning it could lead to perilous consequences for the nation.

Mar 14 • 19:00 UTC
🇱🇹 15min
World

Iran's Foreign Minister Calls for Neighboring Countries to 'Drive Out' US Troops from the Middle East

Iran's Foreign Minister urged neighboring countries to expel US forces from the Middle East, stating that the US security umbrella in the region has become ineffective.

Mar 14 • 18:48 UTC
🇪🇪 ERR
World

Ülo Mattheus: If the Ayatollah is gone, is Putin next?

Ülo Mattheus explores the potential threats to Vladimir Putin's rule in light of recent political changes in Iran and the ongoing conflict dynamics in Europe.

Mar 14 • 06:20 UTC
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
National & Local

'There is a thing called diplomacy,' says reader about the US-Brazil relationship

A Brazilian reader comments on the implications of a proposal from the Trump administration for Brazil to accept foreign prisoners, arguing that such proposals threaten Brazilian sovereignty and necessitate a diplomatic response.

Mar 14 • 00:30 UTC
🇩🇪 FAZ
National & Local

Resignation of the Minister of Foreign Affairs: Social Democrats Leave Greenland's Government

The Social Democrats have left Greenland's government, prompting the resignation of Foreign Minister Vivian Motzfeldt amid rising tensions with the USA.

Mar 13 • 19:46 UTC
🇪🇸 El País
National & Local

Cuba and the US: Another Uncomfortable Negotiation

Cuba officially admits to negotiating with the US government amid a backdrop of political pressure and rhetoric from its leadership.

Mar 13 • 16:52 UTC
🇪🇪 ERR
National & Local

Kallas: The USA Wants to Divide Europe

Kaja Kallas, the EU's foreign policy leader, has accused the current U.S. administration of attempting to divide Europe and weaken the European Union.

Mar 13 • 10:58 UTC
🇬🇷 To Vima
World

What do the USA really want from Iran?

The article discusses the complexities of US-Iran relations, highlighting the challenges faced by modern leaders in understanding historical nuances.

Mar 13 • 08:44 UTC
🇯🇵 Asahi Shimbun (JP)
National & Local

Former NSS Director Okano Points Out "Dramatic Change" in US Foreign Policy, Contributes to US Magazine

Former NSS director Masanori Okano highlighted a "dramatic change" in US foreign policy in a recent contribution to a US diplomatic journal, indicating that allies like Japan are compelled to rethink their approach to the US.

Mar 12 • 22:00 UTC

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