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Canadian prime minister to Trump: We're not for sale

Canada is not for sale, as emphasized by PM Mark Carney during discussions with President Trump.

Trump and Carney to meet at White House in closely watched encounter

Prime Minister Mark Carney emphasizes Canada's sovereignty amidst Trump's threats of annexation.

Canada's Mark Carney to Visit Trump and Begin Tariff Negotiations

Mark Carney emphasizes the need for Canada to renegotiate its relationship with the U.S. amidst tensions caused by Trump's administration.

Canada in talks with the US about joining its 'Golden Dome' missile defense system, Carney says

Canada is in discussions with the U.S. about joining the Golden Dome missile defense system.

Canada Not For Sale,' Carney tells Trump, Who Responds With Never Say Never'

Canada asserts its sovereignty amidst overtures from the US regarding statehood.

fromwww.cbc.ca

Ford says PM Carney 'held his own' in first meeting with Trump | CBC News

Ford commended Carney's productive encounter with Trump, indicating the potential for improved Canada-U.S. relations.

Canadian prime minister to Trump: We're not for sale

Canada is not for sale, as emphasized by PM Mark Carney during discussions with President Trump.

Trump and Carney to meet at White House in closely watched encounter

Prime Minister Mark Carney emphasizes Canada's sovereignty amidst Trump's threats of annexation.

Canada's Mark Carney to Visit Trump and Begin Tariff Negotiations

Mark Carney emphasizes the need for Canada to renegotiate its relationship with the U.S. amidst tensions caused by Trump's administration.

Canada in talks with the US about joining its 'Golden Dome' missile defense system, Carney says

Canada is in discussions with the U.S. about joining the Golden Dome missile defense system.

Canada Not For Sale,' Carney tells Trump, Who Responds With Never Say Never'

Canada asserts its sovereignty amidst overtures from the US regarding statehood.

fromwww.cbc.ca

Ford says PM Carney 'held his own' in first meeting with Trump | CBC News

Ford commended Carney's productive encounter with Trump, indicating the potential for improved Canada-U.S. relations.

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UK politics

On Gaza and Ukraine, Britain drifts from lockstep with the United States

Britain is shifting its foreign policy stance, aligning more with the EU and acting independently from the US.

The UK is adopting distinct positions on foreign affairs, especially towards Russia and Israel.

Trump's Shrinking Plan to End the Russia-Ukraine War

Trump's initial promise of peace in Ukraine contrasts with his current support for Putin during the conflict.

Arabian horses escort Trump's Beast in Saudi Arabia, with Elon Musk in attendance

President Trump's visit to Saudi Arabia featured lavish ceremonies and high-profile attendees, showcasing U.S.-Saudi relations.

Trump Says He Asked Mexico to Let U.S. Military In to Fight Cartels

Trump proposed sending U.S. troops to Mexico to combat drug cartels, but President Sheinbaum rejected this idea.

Russo-Ukrainian War

US: Trump says will 'pass' on Ukraine talks if too difficult DW 04/19/2025

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UK news

The Special Relationship is Now Pretty Ordinary - emptywheel

fromThe Atlantic

Trump's Shrinking Plan to End the Russia-Ukraine War

Trump's initial promise of peace in Ukraine contrasts with his current support for Putin during the conflict.

Arabian horses escort Trump's Beast in Saudi Arabia, with Elon Musk in attendance

President Trump's visit to Saudi Arabia featured lavish ceremonies and high-profile attendees, showcasing U.S.-Saudi relations.

Trump Says He Asked Mexico to Let U.S. Military In to Fight Cartels

Trump proposed sending U.S. troops to Mexico to combat drug cartels, but President Sheinbaum rejected this idea.

Russo-Ukrainian War

US: Trump says will 'pass' on Ukraine talks if too difficult DW 04/19/2025

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UK news

The Special Relationship is Now Pretty Ordinary - emptywheel

Trump just brought a group of white South Africans to the U.S. as refugees. What are they escaping?

The South African government rejects U.S. claims of Afrikaner persecution, calling them completely false and stemming from misinformation.

Right-wing politics

What's South Africa's land law at the heart of the Trump-Ramaphosa spat?

US politics

What to Know About Escalating U.S.-South Africa Tensions as Trump Hosts Ramaphosa at White House

US Elections

South Africa's Ramaphosa expected to take golf stars to Trump meeting

US politics

High stakes for Ramaphosa's meeting with Trump DW 05/20/2025

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US politics

Trump to meet South African president amid deteriorating relations

fromBoston.com

Trump just brought a group of white South Africans to the U.S. as refugees. What are they escaping?

The South African government rejects U.S. claims of Afrikaner persecution, calling them completely false and stemming from misinformation.

Right-wing politics

What's South Africa's land law at the heart of the Trump-Ramaphosa spat?

US politics

What to Know About Escalating U.S.-South Africa Tensions as Trump Hosts Ramaphosa at White House

US Elections

South Africa's Ramaphosa expected to take golf stars to Trump meeting

US politics

High stakes for Ramaphosa's meeting with Trump DW 05/20/2025

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US politics

Trump to meet South African president amid deteriorating relations

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Iranian officials warn nuclear talks in peril without uranium compromise

Iran urges U.S. to negotiate on nuclear program but resists zero enrichment demand.

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Russia's Putin open to Ukraine peace deal: US envoy

Witkoff believes a permanent peace deal with Ukraine is possible, but Lavrov cautions that reaching an agreement will be difficult.

Kyiv mayor says Ukraine may need to cede land DW 04/25/2025

Russia is negotiating a deal with the US regarding the Ukraine conflict, indicating progress but needing further adjustments.

Ukraine war briefing: US and Kyiv ready to sign' minerals deal amid uncertainty over last-minute hurdles

Ukraine and the US are poised to sign a minerals deal, though last-minute changes are causing delays.

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US news

Kuwait frees 10 more Americans in the second release in as many months

US politics

Qatar's PM says he doesn't know why its $400 million Jumbo jet gift is being called 'bribery'

Russia's Putin open to Ukraine peace deal: US envoy

Witkoff believes a permanent peace deal with Ukraine is possible, but Lavrov cautions that reaching an agreement will be difficult.

Kyiv mayor says Ukraine may need to cede land DW 04/25/2025

Russia is negotiating a deal with the US regarding the Ukraine conflict, indicating progress but needing further adjustments.

Ukraine war briefing: US and Kyiv ready to sign' minerals deal amid uncertainty over last-minute hurdles

Ukraine and the US are poised to sign a minerals deal, though last-minute changes are causing delays.

fromABC7 Los Angeles

US news

Kuwait frees 10 more Americans in the second release in as many months

US politics

Qatar's PM says he doesn't know why its $400 million Jumbo jet gift is being called 'bribery'

more#diplomacy

Artificial intelligence

Trump strikes 'historic' deal with UAE to build biggest AI campus outside US

The UAE and US signed an agreement to build the largest AI campus outside the US, allowing expanded access to advanced AI chips.

China reportedly admitted cyberattacks on US infrastructure

Chinese officials acknowledged directing cyberattacks on US infrastructure, linking them to Taiwan support, during a recent meeting with American counterparts.

Trump's trade war: the view from China podcast

China is adopting a defiant nationalism in response to escalating trade tensions with the U.S.

World politics

Why China has warned countries against appeasing' Trump in trade deals

China's trading power makes it difficult for the US to isolate it, limiting Trump's demands.

China Tries to Downplay the Trade War's Effects on Its Economy

China acknowledges the impact of U.S. tariffs but believes it will emerge stronger and resilient.

China and Russia pledge to deepen ties as they criticise US on Victory Day

China and Russia deepen their partnership, emphasizing their shared views on WWII history and condemning NATO's expansion and US sanctions.

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Europeans Are Talking About These Major Current Events That Americans Might Not Know About

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fromTheregister

China reportedly admitted cyberattacks on US infrastructure

Chinese officials acknowledged directing cyberattacks on US infrastructure, linking them to Taiwan support, during a recent meeting with American counterparts.

Trump's trade war: the view from China podcast

China is adopting a defiant nationalism in response to escalating trade tensions with the U.S.

World politics

Why China has warned countries against appeasing' Trump in trade deals

China's trading power makes it difficult for the US to isolate it, limiting Trump's demands.

China Tries to Downplay the Trade War's Effects on Its Economy

China acknowledges the impact of U.S. tariffs but believes it will emerge stronger and resilient.

China and Russia pledge to deepen ties as they criticise US on Victory Day

China and Russia deepen their partnership, emphasizing their shared views on WWII history and condemning NATO's expansion and US sanctions.

fromBuzzFeed

Europe news

Europeans Are Talking About These Major Current Events That Americans Might Not Know About

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Artificial intelligence

US tech firms secure AI deals as Trump tours Gulf states

US tech firms secure $600bn in AI commitments from Saudi Arabia during Trump's Gulf tour.

US news

As oil prices fall can Gulf big spenders keep Trump pledges? DW 05/11/2025

Artificial intelligence

US tech firms secure AI deals as Trump tours Gulf states

US tech firms secure $600bn in AI commitments from Saudi Arabia during Trump's Gulf tour.

US news

As oil prices fall can Gulf big spenders keep Trump pledges? DW 05/11/2025

Macron open to deploying French nuclear weapons in Europe DW 05/14/2025

Macron is open to discussing the deployment of France's nuclear weapons in Europe under specific conditions.

Hamas releases US hostage raising hopes of Gaza ceasefire DW 05/12/2025

Hamas released Edan Alexander, the last known US hostage, in hopes of restarting ceasefire talks with Israel.

Canada votes after Trump renews 51st state call DW 04/28/2025

Canadians are prioritizing sovereignty in a snap election shaped by U.S. President Trump's controversial statements and a pressing cost-of-living crisis.

E.U. threatens tariffs on aircraft, car parts if U.S. trade talks fail

The EU threatens tariffs on U.S. goods to push for a trade deal amid stalled negotiations.

US Elections

Canada votes after Trump renews 51st state call DW 04/28/2025

Canadians are prioritizing sovereignty in a snap election shaped by U.S. President Trump's controversial statements and a pressing cost-of-living crisis.

E.U. threatens tariffs on aircraft, car parts if U.S. trade talks fail

The EU threatens tariffs on U.S. goods to push for a trade deal amid stalled negotiations.

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Ukraine updates: Washington, Kyiv sign economic deal DW 04/30/2025

Ukraine and the US signed a reconstruction investment agreement, enhancing collaboration and access to Ukrainian natural resources.

Russia worries about a U.S. tilt toward Ukraine after minerals deal

Russia fears losing negotiation power with the U.S. after Ukraine signs a minerals partnership with Washington.

Russo-Ukrainian War

Ukraine's parliament ratifies landmark minerals deal with US

Russo-Ukrainian War

Ukraine expected to ratify US minerals deal lacking security guarantees

Russo-Ukrainian War

Once Banished From Trump's White House, Zelensky Has New Hope

US news

Ukraine updates: Kyiv wants to 'align' with US over minerals DW 04/07/2025

Ukraine updates: Washington, Kyiv sign economic deal DW 04/30/2025

Ukraine and the US signed a reconstruction investment agreement, enhancing collaboration and access to Ukrainian natural resources.

Russia worries about a U.S. tilt toward Ukraine after minerals deal

Russia fears losing negotiation power with the U.S. after Ukraine signs a minerals partnership with Washington.

Ukraine's parliament ratifies landmark minerals deal with US

Ukraine ratified a minerals deal with the US to secure military support against Russia.

Ukraine expected to ratify US minerals deal lacking security guarantees

Ukraine signs a minerals deal with the US to strengthen economic ties, but lacks specific security guarantees essential for defense against Russian aggression.

Once Banished From Trump's White House, Zelensky Has New Hope

Zelensky's visit to Trump escalated tensions, but an economic deal offered new hope for Ukraine.

Ukraine updates: Kyiv wants to 'align' with US over minerals DW 04/07/2025

Ukrainian negotiators aim to finalize a delayed mineral deal with the US, emphasizing business presence and rights in exchange for aid.

Germany updates: Police presence increases at borders DW 05/08/2025

Germany's government implements stricter border controls and asylum regulations under new leadership.

Trump deal is a significant achievement for Starmer

The UK has reached significant trade agreements with the US and India, marking a pivotal moment for Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer.

UK politics

Reeves highlights importance of EU trade to Britain before US tariff talks

UK politics

fromwww.bbc.com

Trump deal is a significant achievement for Starmer

The UK has reached significant trade agreements with the US and India, marking a pivotal moment for Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer.

UK politics

Reeves highlights importance of EU trade to Britain before US tariff talks

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#trade

EU offers zero tariff deal to US but prepares for trade war

The EU seeks a tariff-free trade deal with the US but is prepared to retaliate against US tariffs.

fromwww.bbc.com

UK politics

Reeves says she understands Trump's trade concerns

US politics

Australia's Albanese says he had warm' call with Trump after election win

EU offers zero tariff deal to US but prepares for trade war

The EU seeks a tariff-free trade deal with the US but is prepared to retaliate against US tariffs.

fromwww.bbc.com

UK politics

Reeves says she understands Trump's trade concerns

US politics

Australia's Albanese says he had warm' call with Trump after election win

more#trade

Caution surrounds planned DRC-Rwanda peace agreement DW 04/30/2025

"We are discussing how to build new regional economic value chains that link our countries, including with American private sector investment," Nduhungirehe said.

Russo-Ukrainian War

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US politics

The Indo Daily: 100 days later - is America really 'greater?'

fromTruthout

US politics

From Fighting to Facilitating Fascism: Historian Explores Latin American History

US politics

Maryland senator meets Kilmar Abrego Garcia in El Salvador amid battle over US return

fromIrish Independent

US politics

The Indo Daily: 100 days later - is America really 'greater?'

fromTruthout

US politics

From Fighting to Facilitating Fascism: Historian Explores Latin American History

US politics

Maryland senator meets Kilmar Abrego Garcia in El Salvador amid battle over US return

Climate Change, Once a Big Issue, Fades From Canada's Election

Climate change is not a primary concern for Canadian voters despite the evident climate crisis.

fromThe Local France

Price of flights between France and the US set to fall this summer

According to Liligo data, average round-trip ticket prices for trips over the summer of 2025 are significantly lower than last year.

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UK politics

Reeves hints at priority as she says trading relationship with Europe arguably more important' than US UK politics live

Keir Starmer's position is that Britain can maintain strong ties with both the US and Europe, despite political pressures.

US VP Vance discusses thorny issue of migration with Vatican

The Vatican and US affirm good relations while addressing global migration issues and humanitarian crises.

UK classifies trade documents as 'secret' to shield from US amid escalating Trump tariff tensions

UK officials are classifying trade documents as 'secret' to protect sensitive information from US amid strained relations.

fromPractical Ecommerce

Charts: European Views on U.S. Tariffs

Most Western Europeans support retaliatory tariffs against the U.S.

A significant majority of Germans see tariffs as impactful on their economy.

The fairness of E.U.-U.S. trade dealings is a key concern.

UK politics

The Guardian view on a UK-US trade deal: MPs must get a vote on any agreement with Trump | Editorial

US politics

Is Zimbabwe wooing Donald Trump by paying white farmers and ending tariffs?

UK news

fromBusiness Matters

UK classifies trade documents as 'secret' to shield from US amid escalating Trump tariff tensions

UK officials are classifying trade documents as 'secret' to protect sensitive information from US amid strained relations.

fromPractical Ecommerce

Charts: European Views on U.S. Tariffs

Most Western Europeans support retaliatory tariffs against the U.S.

A significant majority of Germans see tariffs as impactful on their economy.

The fairness of E.U.-U.S. trade dealings is a key concern.

UK politics

The Guardian view on a UK-US trade deal: MPs must get a vote on any agreement with Trump | Editorial

US politics

Is Zimbabwe wooing Donald Trump by paying white farmers and ending tariffs?

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#geopolitics

West as we knew it no longer exists,' warns Von der Leyen Europe live

The West as previously understood has changed due to political shifts, notably from the Trump presidency.

European Commission President von der Leyen stresses the need for Europe to enhance its manufacturing and defense capabilities.

Europe politics

Europe's race to rearm is pointless if its adversaries are waging war online | Johnny Ryan

Europe is rapidly increasing military investments amid geopolitical tensions, but risks political manipulation and historical missteps.

West as we knew it no longer exists,' warns Von der Leyen Europe live

The West as previously understood has changed due to political shifts, notably from the Trump presidency.

European Commission President von der Leyen stresses the need for Europe to enhance its manufacturing and defense capabilities.