At a time when tensions among North Korea, China and the United States have been high, some officials see Mr. Xi’s trip to Pyongyang as a way to cool things down.
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In Face-Off With Iran, Escalation May Depend on Who Prevails Inside Washington and Tehran
The attacks in the Gulf of Oman emboldens the hard-liners in Iran and the U.S., each able to argue their longtime adversary is itching for war.
Distrusting Both Iran and U.S., Europe Urges ‘Maximum Restraint’
Washington’s history of hyping intelligence is weighing on European governments, who are suspicious of President Trump’s hawkish Iran policies.
‘Flying Object’ Struck Tanker in Gulf of Oman, Operator Says, Not a Mine
A Japanese company’s account of the damage to its ship differed from the explanation of American officials who blamed Iran.
Tankers Are Attacked in Mideast, and U.S. Says Video Shows Iran Was Involved
Explosions disabled both tankers and forced their crews to evacuate. Secretary of State Mike Pompeo said without presenting evidence that Iran was responsible.
As Protesters Fill Hong Kong’s Streets, Businesses Are Alarmed, Too
A wave of concern has spread through a community of foreign consultants, investors and executives who have made the territory their home and regional headquarters.
Sudan’s Protesters Call Off Strike and Agree to Resume Talks With Military
Eight days after the military killed dozens of protesters in a brutal crackdown, protest leaders said they were ready to resume power-sharing talks.
Lebanese Man Freed by Iran Says He Shared Cell Space with American
The freed man, Nizar Zakka, who has lived in the United States for most of his life, said he and other foreign prisoners are political pawns.
China Moves to Close Gap in Trade Expertise as Clash With Trump Intensifies
Beijing called in one of its most experienced negotiators on trade policy shortly before talks with the United States collapsed, adding a veteran voice at a critical moment.
Iran Releases U.S. Resident Charged With Spying
Nizar Zakka, arrested in 2015 and convicted of spying for the United States, was released to Lebanese authorities.