Politics

In a world where the geopolitical landscape shifts like quicksand, the notion that NATO members can simply rise to meet U.S. President Donald Trump’s ambitious defense spending demands of 5% of GDP appears not only impractical but somewhat delusional. Greece’s Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis recently articulated a sentiment that resonates across many NATO allies: this

In a highly contentious atmosphere, the U.S. House of Representatives narrowly passed President Trump’s ambitious tax bill early Thursday. This legislation, touted as “big and beautiful” by its proponents, showcases a hallmark of the GOP’s approach—not merely a strategy for economic growth but a minefield of contradictions that reveals a troubling tendency towards exacerbating income

The Trump administration’s recent decision to accept a luxurious Boeing 747 from the Qatari government represents a troubling intersection of politics, ethics, and national security. While Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth justified this acceptance by claiming adherence to federal regulations, the broader implications of such a diplomatic gift evoke deep concern. Just as a gift horse

In an era when the integrity of political office is under constant scrutiny, the allegation that Qatar offered a Boeing 747 jet to former U.S. President Donald Trump raises profound questions about the moral and ethical boundaries of diplomatic relations. Sheikh Mohammed bin Abdulrahman al-Thani’s denial of catering to the whims of an unpredictable administration

In a stark display of panic-driven policymaking, the United States has once again taken a combative stance against China that could jeopardize any semblance of the fragile trade agreements established in recent weeks. The Trump administration’s warning against using Chinese-made chips, especially those linked to Huawei, reflects less a commitment to national security and more

In a world where political strength is often measured by decisiveness and resilience, President Joe Biden’s recent diagnosis of prostate cancer injects an unsettling reality into the lives of many Americans. Word spread like wildfire that the 82-year-old leader was coping with not just any cancer, but a particularly aggressive form with a Gleason score

In the face of escalating tensions between two nuclear-armed nations, India and Pakistan, the urgency for a lasting solution has never been more pressing. Recent diplomatic efforts, spearheaded by the United States and the United Kingdom, have temporarily halted hostilities, but the mechanism to maintain a ceasefire remains delicately tenuous. The conflict has resurfaced with

In a landmark ruling, the Supreme Court’s recent decision to halt the expulsion of Venezuelan nationals underscores a critical examination of the legal framework employed under the Trump administration. The ruling, which emerged from a 7-2 majority, shines a harsh light on the inadequacies of the due process afforded to detainees facing deportation—a dramatization of

The ongoing negotiations between Iran and the United States regarding its nuclear ambitions continue to represent a paradox of hope and skepticism. On one hand, both countries have expressed a renewed commitment to dialogue; on the other, the dialogues hint at an inevitable collision of conflicting interests. This juxtaposition raises valid concerns about the sincerity

In the heated arena of international politics, the convergence of leaders can often signal an impending breakthrough or a mere spectacle of diplomatic theater. Such was the case with U.S. President Donald Trump and Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy when they met recently in Rome under the somber shadow of Pope Francis’s funeral. The occasion, laden