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.
Tag: United States International Relations
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.
American ISIS Member Caught on Syrian Battlefield, Militia Says
The Houston native is said to have once sought a job teaching English for the Islamic State. The militia said it had also captured a second American.
Pompeo Plans to Press Saudi Leaders Over Killing of Jamal Khashoggi
Mr. Khashoggi’s case underscores the complexities of Secretary of State Mike Pompeo’s coming visit to eight Arab nations in the Middle East, where he will discuss strategies to contain Iran.
Spy or Not? American Who Loves Russia Ensnared in New Cold War
Paul N. Whelan, now in a Moscow prison, cut a curious figure. He traveled on Russian trains, collected tea glass holders and cultivated military contacts.
U.S. Renews China Travel Warning, Citing Risk of Arbitrary Detention
The State Department said that possible “exit bans” could trap Americans in China.
U.S. Accuses Iran of Using Space Launch as Cover for Missile Program
Responding to a warning from the secretary of state, Iran’s foreign minister said the U.S. was “in no position to lecture” about violating global deals after withdrawing from the 2015 nuclear deal.
Mexico Calls on U.S. to Investigate Use of Tear Gas at Border
Mexico’s Foreign Ministry has asked for an investigation into two episodes at the border near San Diego, in which American border officers used tear gas to repel migrants.