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Americans Demand a Rethinking of the ‘Forever War’
The United States must stop its involvement in endless wars, say bipartisan critics of both President Trump’s actions and Washington policymakers.
Congress Wants to Force Trump’s Hand on Human Rights in China and Beyond
Lawmakers aim to pass veto-proof legislation in 2020 that would punish China over its treatment of ethnic Uighur Muslims.
Officials Discussed Hold on Ukraine Aid After Trump Spoke With Country’s Leader
Emails also suggest President Trump first began asking about $250 million in Pentagon aid after a June 19 article in the Washington Examiner.
Erdogan’s Dismissive Retort on Armenian Genocide Shows How Low U.S. Ties Have Sunk
The Turkish leader said the House of Representatives had no moral standing to adjudicate on the murder of 1.5 million Armenians.
House Passes Resolution Recognizing Armenian Genocide
It is the first time that a chamber of Congress has officially designated the 1915 slaughter of an estimated 1.5 million Armenians as a genocide.
U.K. Supreme Court Declared Boris Johnson’s Actions Unlawful. What Happens Next?
The ruling puts Parliament back in session almost three weeks earlier than expected, and has consequences for Brexit.
Protesters Besiege Hong Kong After Rally Near U.S. Consulate
Protesters carrying American flags sought support for a bill in Congress that would punish Chinese officials who suppress freedoms in the city.
Tlaib Renounces Trip to West Bank Under Israel’s Conditions
Israel said Ms. Tlaib could visit her grandmother in the West Bank if she agreed not to “promote boycotts.” Ms. Tlaib initially agreed then canceled.
The Anti-Boycott Law Israel Used to Bar Both Omar and Tlaib
The nation has used the 2017 law to deny entry to some foreign supporters of the Boycott, Divestment and Sanctions movement.