A false, convoluted tale about Ukraine and a Democratic conspiracy to undermine the 2016 election has formed the background of President Trump’s impeachment inquiry.
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Pompeo Confirms He Listened to Trump’s Call to Ukraine President
“I was on the phone call,” the American secretary of state said at a news conference in Rome — the first time he has addressed the topic publicly.
Ukraine? Impeachment? Trump Can Survive It All, Foreign Analysts Say
The notion of this president demanding political favors from fellow leaders is such familiar behavior it fails to elicit much shock.
Brother of Iran’s President Is Sentenced to Prison for Corruption
President Hassan Rouhani campaigned on a promise to fight corruption, but long-running accusations against his brother have undermined him politically.
Hours After Agreeing to Resume Talks, North Korea Launches Missile
North Korea launched the missiles shortly after saying it would restart stalled talks with the United States over its nuclear weapons program.
How Iran’s President Left Trump Hanging, and Macron in the Hall
President Emmanuel Macron of France tried to broker a call in the New York hotel where Iran’s president, Hassan Rouhani, was staying. President Trump wanted to talk. Mr. Rouhani declined.
Hong Kong’s Status as Neutral Ground at Risk as China Asserts Power
The island’s traditional role as a gateway is under assault from President Trump’s trade war and a crackdown on pro-democracy demonstrators.
Syria Demands Immediate Withdrawal of U.S. and Turkish Forces, Again
Syria’s foreign minister demanded both countries evacuate their forces from the war-ravaged country or face “countermeasures.” Syria has made such threats before without taking steps to enforce them.
Police Watchdog Is Asked to Review Boris Johnson’s Ties to U.S. Businesswoman
Britain’s prime minister is being accused of having given undue aid to an American entrepreneur while serving as mayor of London.
How Did Ukraine Land in the Middle of an American Political Drama?
For the second time in three years, Ukraine has been caught in the glare of American news cameras.