The White House took a surprise parting shot at China on Tuesday by banning the popular Chinese payment service and other applications.
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North Korea Party Congress Opens With Kim Jong-un Admitting Failures
Mr. Kim convened the first Workers’ Party Congress in five years to revamp his policies as North Korea’s economic troubles deepened amid international sanctions and the pandemic.
Trump Bans Alipay and 7 Other Chinese Apps
The White House took a surprise parting shot at China on Tuesday by banning the popular Chinese payment service and other applications.
Rumored Trump Trip to Scottish Golf Course Ruled Out of Bounds
Scotland’s first minister, Nicola Sturgeon, has shot down a supposed plan for the president to pass the Biden inauguration at his Turnberry links.
Trump’s Georgia Phone Call Leaves Allies Fearful for American Democracy
Many now take the president’s disregard for democratic and ethical norms for granted, but also fear its effect on America’s standing in the world.
Trump’s Call Leaves Allies Fearful for American Democracy
Many now take the president’s disregard for democratic and ethical norms for granted, but also fear its effect on America’s standing in the world.
In Reversal, Pentagon Announces Aircraft Carrier Nimitz Will Remain in Middle East
The acting defense secretary abruptly reversed his previous order to redeploy the Nimitz, which he had done over the objections of his top military advisers.
Biden Plans Renewed Nuclear Talks With Russia While Punishing Kremlin, Adviser Says
The president-elect also plans to pursue a “follow-on negotiation” with Iran over its missile capabilities if Tehran re-enters compliance with the nuclear deal.
With Concessions and Deals, China’s Leader Tries to Box Out Biden
Xi Jinping has been making trade agreements in Asia and now Europe, hoping to head off the incoming president’s efforts to rally a united front against China.
In Abrupt Reversal of Iran Strategy, Pentagon Orders Aircraft Carrier Home
After weeks of escalation and threatening language, the Defense Department is sending mixed messages as the anniversary of the death of an Iranian general nears.