Taiwan’s future holds major implications for democracy, security, and economic cooperation far beyond its shores. As tensions simmer in East Asia, this island’s role in global geopolitics gains renewed urgency for those seeking to protect freedom and prosperity.
Exiled Crown Prince Reza Pahlavi has proposed a new vision for a democratic Iran, including an end to nuclear ambitions, a crackdown on drug trafficking, and official recognition of Israel. Experts say the English-language proposals are likely aimed at garnering U.S. attention, underscoring the prince’s quest to reshape Iran’s global image.
The Trump administration’s January 3 military operation to detain Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro has sparked backlash from legal experts and international observers. Critics argue the action may have violated both the U.S. Constitution and international law, fueling debate over the United States’ legal authority to topple a foreign leader.
For more than a century, U.S. leaders have occasionally looked northward to Greenland. Though Donald Trump’s recent approach was more forceful than any prior gambit, the idea actually dates back to the 1860s under President Andrew Johnson.
A new commentary likens Donald Trump’s approach to Venezuela to previous conflicts the United States has entered, so-called “forever wars.” Drawing on historical parallels, the author cautions that Trump’s ultimate goals in Venezuela may never be fully realized.
Officials from the United States, Israel, and Qatar are gathering in New York on Sunday to restore ties following an Israeli airstrike on Qatar in September. Steve Witkoff, President Donald Trump’s envoy to the Middle East, joins Israeli official David Barnea for talks aimed at mending relations with this key U.S. ally.
President Donald Trump has issued a grim warning to Hamas, declaring that if the bloodshed in Gaza persists, the United States “will have no choice but to go in and kill them.” This statement marks a significant shift from his earlier stance, where he downplayed the seriousness of Gaza’s internal violence.
China’s continued interest in taking Taiwan holds implications that extend beyond the Asian region. In this commentary, readers—particularly Minnesotans—are urged to recognize that the costs of ignoring this tension are too great to overlook.
The Trump administration has brought its fight against foreign aid spending to the Supreme Court, asking the justices to block billions of dollars intended for overseas programs. The Justice Department’s move signals a significant escalation in the ongoing dispute over how—and whether—the U.S. government should fund international assistance.
In response to escalating tensions with Iran, the United States plans to move some diplomats out of the Middle East. This strategic decision reflects growing concerns over regional stability and the safety of US personnel.
