President Trump’s return has emboldened supporters of Israeli annexation of the occupied territory who want to mandate the use of language reflecting that view. Opponents of annexation say the term reflects a political agenda.
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How a German State Helped Russia Complete Nord Stream 2
The threat of U.S. sanctions jeopardized completion of a second direct gas pipeline from Russia. So Gazprom and German officials concocted a phony climate foundation to get the job done.
U.S. Expands Intelligence Sharing With Ukraine on Russian Forces in Donbas Region
Western officials say they expect the Kremlin to mount a major offensive in the Donbas, where Russian-backed separatists have been fighting Ukrainian forces for years.
Trump, On George Floyd Protests, Tests a Role He’s Long Admired: A Strongman
The president’s unapologetic calls for force, and his efforts to bring the military into his political line, follow a strongman’s playbook. It’s a risky move for him, and for democracy.
Senator Tom Cotton Repeats Fringe Theory of Coronavirus Origins
Scientists have dismissed suggestions that the Chinese government was behind the outbreak, but it’s the kind of tale that gains traction among those who see China as a threat.