The pending withdrawal from Syria is the latest example of a broader American disengagement from the Middle East. Russia and Iran are filling the void.
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Pompeo Speech Lays Out Vision for Mideast, Taking Shots at Obama
The secretary of state pledged a tougher approach against Iran and more assertive American leadership, notwithstanding the decision to withdraw from Syria.
Two Speeches, a Decade Apart: How Pompeo Departed From Obama
Secretary of State Mike Pompeo’s Middle East speech contrasted starkly with President Obama’s in 2009. A look at the major points of contention.
China’s Ambassador to Canada Blames ‘White Supremacy’ in Feud Over Arrests
Lu Shaye said in an op-ed for The Hill Times that Canadians applied “double standards,” viewing their own country’s laws as having to be observed, but not China’s.
U.S.-North Korea Summit Looks Imminent, South Korean Leader Says
President Moon Jae-in of South Korea said Kim Jong-un’s visit to China this week indicated that the North Korean leader would soon have a second meeting with President Trump.
A Norwegian Air Jet Landed in Iran 4 Weeks Ago. It Can’t Leave Yet.
Stranded passengers moved on safely the next day, but repairs for the plane have been delayed because of U.S. sanctions.
Drum Rolls for Trump’s Speech? More Like Eye Rolls in Mexico
The president’s latest call for a border wall stirred weariness among leaders and citizens alike. At least, those who could be troubled to listen to it.
U.S. Downgraded E.U.’s Diplomatic Status (but Didn’t Say Anything)
The Trump administration didn’t formally announce the move or tell the bloc, which was left to figure it out on its own.
Iran Has Held U.S. Navy Veteran Since July, Family Says
Michael R. White of Imperial Beach, Calif., was seized in late July while visiting an Iranian woman whom his mother described as his girlfriend.
Bolton Puts Conditions on Syria Withdrawal, Suggesting a Delay of Months or Years
John R. Bolton, the national security adviser, said troops would remain until the Islamic State was completely defeated and Turkey guaranteed it would not strike Kurdish forces.