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‘Tearing down’: What drives Trump’s foreign policy?

Motivated by grievances against allies and foes, US president is ‘tearing down’ the modern global order, analysts say.

Al Jazeera · Apr 29, 2025

Are Democrats Regretting Trying To Out-Hawk Trump?

Rep. Adam Smith (D–Wash.) thinks Democrats should return to their antiwar roots—and be open to negotiating with Russia.

Reason · Mar 13, 2025

Biden tries to clean up a broken Middle East ahead of Trump’s arrival

U.S. leaders hope Gaza conflict has ceased spreading around the region as ‘permanent’ peace deal reached in Lebanon

The Independent UK · Nov 27, 2024

Martin Indyk Got Us Knee-Deep Into the Middle East—and Then Tried To Get Us Out

The late U.S. diplomat helped form America’s policies towards Iran, Iraq, and Israel. By the end of his life, he'd had enough.

Reason · Jul 26, 2024

What we know so far about Israel's strike on Iran — and what could happen next

Israel and Iran seem to be downplaying the attack, the latest in a series of retaliatory strikes between the two. Analysts say that could be a sign of the de-escalation world leaders are calling for.

WEKU · Apr 19, 2024

‘Arsonist and firefighter’: Can the US restrain Israel after Iran attack?

Washington has urged Israel to avoid escalation, but Gaza track record raises doubts US will be heeded, analysts say.

Al Jazeera · Apr 14, 2024

‘Disastrous’: Israel-Iran tensions test limits of US policy amid Gaza war

Biden’s ‘ironclad’ backing of Israel is coming into conflict with stated US goal of averting regional war, analysts say.

Al Jazeera · Apr 12, 2024

IDF rescues two hostages, kills dozens

Heavy airstrikes that provided cover for the operation killed at least 67 Palestinians, AP reports

Salon · Feb 12, 2024

US hawks demand war with Iran

"This is how America gets dragged into endless war," expert warns

Salon · Jan 29, 2024

Joe vows to keep futilely bombing Yemen

"Are they stopping the Houthis? No. Are they gonna continue? Yes," Biden told reporters

Salon · Jan 18, 2024