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fromwww.mediaite.com
1 week ago

Trump Admin Purges 1,300 State Department Jobs in Monumental Shake-Up

More than 1,300 employees are laid off from the State Department as part of a major overhaul of American diplomacy.
Privacy technologies
fromFortune
1 week ago

State Department warns diplomats of AI impostor posing as Marco Rubio

The State Department warns of AI-driven impersonation of officials, including Secretary of State Rubio, targeting U.S. diplomats.
fromFortune
1 week ago
Privacy technologies

State Department warns diplomats of AI impostor posing as Marco Rubio

#international-relations
#venezuela
#security
fromwww.aljazeera.com
5 days ago

Russia, Ukraine exchange more bodies of war dead, Kremlin says

About 1,000 bodies of Ukrainian soldiers have been exchanged for the bodies of 19 Russian soldiers as part of an agreement reached during ongoing peace talks.
World news
fromABC7 Los Angeles
6 days ago

Trump to host Bahrain, Qatar officials at White House

The U.S. and Bahrain signed the agreement as the Trump administration ramps up efforts to enhance global energy security.
US politics
#china
fromwww.npr.org
1 week ago

Here's a list of Trump's tariff letters so far and the rates they threaten

President Trump's trade policy exemplifies unpredictability, as shown by the recent letters to foreign leaders detailing potential tariff rates to be imposed starting August 1.
US politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 week ago

The diplomacy of art: Bayeux tapestry loan shows cultural gifts still matter

Art and antiques, alongside silk fabrics, animals and inventions, have always been the mainstay of the diplomatic gift, the entry point and sometimes the centre point for any communication.
History
fromwww.aljazeera.com
1 week ago

Trump's African summit was a masterclass in modern colonial theatre

Trump's opening summit speech was a blend of flattery and exploitation as he presented African leaders as representatives of the continent while undermining their dignity.
US politics
fromIntelligencer
1 week ago

Why Did Trump Tap an 'Alpha Male' Influencer for Ambassadorship?

In a three-minute video set to patriotic-sounding music, Adams compared his being tapped for the position to the Americans called to serve in the armed forces or as first responders.
US politics
fromwww.mediaite.com
1 week ago

Tammy Duckworth Torches Unqualified' Singapore Ambassador Nominee: Do Some Homework!'

Dr. Anjani Sinha, a Florida orthopedic and sports injury surgeon, is deeply unprepared to effectively lead our nation's diplomatic mission in Singapore. He will not have my vote.
US politics
#trump
fromFortune
2 weeks ago
US politics

Trump to speak with both Putin and Zelensky as U.S. freezes weapons aid to Ukraine

fromFortune
2 weeks ago
US politics

Trump to speak with both Putin and Zelensky as U.S. freezes weapons aid to Ukraine

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fromwww.theguardian.com
2 weeks ago

UK threatens sanctions on Iran if it does not end uncertainty on nuclear plan

Iran faces even more pressure in the coming weeks because the E3 can snap back on our sanctions, and it's not just our sanctions, it's actually a UN mechanism that would impose dramatic sanctions on Iran across nearly every single front in its economy.
Europe politics
fromeuronews
2 weeks ago

Migration Commissioner expelled from Libya as 'persona non grata'

The Government of National Stability denounced what it called "flagrant contravention of established diplomatic norms and international convention," and "actions that demonstrably disregard Libyan national sovereignty."
Europe news
fromwww.aljazeera.com
2 weeks ago

Iran rejects Trump's claims it asked for relaunch of nuclear talks

Iran has clarified it has not requested talks with the United States over its nuclear program, contradicting claims made by President Trump regarding negotiations for a new deal.
US politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 weeks ago

George Osborne was on No 10 list to be UK ambassador to US, Keir Starmer's biographer says

George Osborne was approached to be the UK ambassador to Washington, but his candidacy faced significant opposition from Labour and was ultimately rejected.
UK politics
#brexit
fromwww.dw.com
2 weeks ago

German polls show Merz gaining ground as SPD loses DW 07/07/2025

Germany continues to need the SPD for issues of peacekeeping and diplomatic relations in Europe.
Germany news
fromwww.mercurynews.com
2 weeks ago

UK foreign secretary visits Syria, renewing ties after 14 years of conflict

British Foreign Secretary David Lammy met in Damascus with interim President Ahmad al-Sharaa, indicating a revival of ties after 14 years of conflict and tensions.
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fromenglish.elpais.com
2 weeks ago

Mexico makes small progress in negotiations with the US amid Trump's onslaught

Relations between Mexico and the United States remain tense despite recent small agreements, highlighting the limitations of diplomatic efforts to resolve bilateral issues.
US politics
#recognition
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#russia
#donald-trump
fromIrish Independent
3 weeks ago

New US ambassador to Ireland Ed Walsh assumes office and thanks 'friend, President Donald J. Trump for trust in me'

As a professional in business and public service, I will bring invaluable lessons learned to my new role here as ambassador to Ireland.
US politics
fromIrish Independent
3 weeks ago

Ambassador Martin Fraser's residence in London costs taxpayer 43,500 a month

The department confirmed it paid estate agency Knight Frank €522,394 in 2024 to cover just a single-year lease on the English property, which is home to ambassador Martin Fraser.
Canada news
fromPsychology Today
3 weeks ago

Balancing Truth-Telling With Diplomacy

Difficult conversations are essential for effective leadership; navigating the delicate balance between truth-telling and diplomacy is crucial for women leaders to assert their authority without conflict.
Women
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 weeks ago

Cautious optimism in UK on progress to secure British-Egyptian dissident's release

Alaa Abd el-Fattah's family holds cautious optimism for his release as UK-Egypt discussions on trade relations and diplomatic efforts continue, especially after key phone calls.
UK politics
fromRadioFreeEurope/RadioLiberty
3 weeks ago

No Nuclear Talks Scheduled But US, Iran Maintain Contact, Both Sides Say

"The plan to require the government to suspend cooperation with the International Atomic Energy Agency was not found to be contrary to Islamic law and the constitution after review by members of the Guardian Council."
US politics
fromThe Nation
3 weeks ago

How the People of the Chagos Islands Won Back the Right to Return to Their Homelands

The recent treaty signed between the British government and Mauritius marks a turning point in decolonization efforts, allowing exiled Chagossians to return home.
UK news
fromMedievalists.net
3 weeks ago

Strategic Rivals: How England and France Waged War in the High Middle Ages - Medievalists.net

Medieval kings survived through a mix of battlefield prowess, diplomacy, and financial acumen, rather than mere brute strength.
History
fromPsychology Today
3 weeks ago

The Paradox of Power

"The notion that lasting peace can be maintained through military readiness creates cognitive dissonance, reflecting a struggle between aggression and social harmony."
World politics
fromThe Cipher Brief
3 weeks ago

North Korea's Sticking Points: Abduction and Uranium Enrichment

Kim Jong-il's admission of North Korea abducting Japanese citizens shocked Japan, but unresolved issues and false remains complicate relations further.
US news
fromeuronews
3 weeks ago

Cambodia says Thailand raising tensions with new border crossing rules

The Cambodian government has already stated that we will not initiate any border closure, and that it will also lift restrictions if Thailand does so first.
Canada news
fromThe Mercury News
4 weeks ago

Letters: Trump's attack on Iran makes Mideast less safe

Trump's illegal and unprovoked bombing of Iran will further destabilize an already fragile Middle East. Despite Trump's public statement, bombing Iran is a declaration of war against Iran.
US politics
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