Iran’s response to the assassination of its top nuclear scientist poses an early challenge to the Biden administration, and may be seen as a provocation by President Trump.
Tag: United States International Relations
Australia Sounds the Alarm on China, Then Runs for Shelter
When Australia’s leader demanded an apology for a tweet by a Chinese official, his response reflected the insecurities facing many countries in dealing with China.
NATO Needs to Adapt Quickly to Stay Relevant for 2030, Report Urges
After France’s president said NATO was suffering “brain death,” the alliance sought advice on how to stay vibrant as it faces new challenges from Russia and China.
NATO Needs to Adapt Quickly to Stay Relevant for 2030, Report Urges
After France’s president said NATO was suffering “brain death,” the alliance sought advice on how to stay vibrant as it faces new challenges from Russia and China.
‘Trump Is Better’: In Asia, Pro-Democracy Forces Worry About Biden
The president-elect’s aim of returning normalcy to foreign policy has spooked human rights defenders in Asia, who see President Trump as someone who confronted dictators.
Leadership of U.N. Human Rights Body Becomes Proxy Battle for World Powers
A fight over the council’s presidency is seen by some as an effort by China, Russia and Saudi Arabia to put a more compliant state in control ahead of greater involvement by the Biden administration.
Brazen Killings Expose Iran’s Vulnerabilities as It Struggles to Respond
After suffering a string of audacious attacks, Tehran faces an agonizing choice: embracing hard-liner demands for swift retaliation or trying to make a fresh start with the Biden administration.
Assassination in Iran Threatens Fate of Nuclear Deal
The killing of Iran’s top nuclear scientist is likely to impede the country’s military ambitions. Its real purpose may have been to prevent the president-elect from resuming diplomacy with Tehran.
As Iran Threatens Payback After Assassination, Germany Urges Restraint
The killing of Iran’s top nuclear scientist, which Tehran blamed on Israel, raised fears of an escalation in violent retribution.
Trump Gave W.H.O. a List of Demands. Hours Later, He Walked Away.
When President Trump quit the health organization, he left a list of seven demands on the table. Here they are.