A bipartisan Senate group says Trump’s Russian diesel deal would aid Putin’s war effort while doing little to lower U.S. fuel prices.
Ukraine will meet Trump envoys Jared Kushner and Steve Witkoff on a new war-ending plan as Zelensky urges sanctions, Starlink access and leverage over Russia.
Germany says Putin’s possible G20 attendance would test Moscow’s readiness for Ukraine talks, as U.S. senators urge Trump to withdraw the invitation.
Lavrov said Russia will not pause operations for Ukraine talks, while Rubio kept open a U.S. role in pursuing a ceasefire.
Trump says the U.S. has secured an open-ended Greenland security role, while Denmark and Greenland frame the deal as still expected.
Venezuela released 131 political prisoners after initial reconciliation talks with opposition, agreeing also on judicial reforms under U.S.-backed negotiations.
Colombian President de la Espriella declares national emergency after a 7.4 magnitude earthquake kills 132 and injures over 570; U.S. pledges $15.5M aid amid strategic policy shifts.
German Foreign Minister Johann Wadephul defends the International Criminal Court against U.S. claims of sovereignty threats amid a U.S. campaign targeting the tribunal’s authority.
President Trump pledges to remove Syria from terrorism sponsors list, lifting sanctions and opening new investment opportunities amid geopolitical realignment.
German and US foreign ministers met in Washington to reinforce their partnership, discuss NATO contributions, support for Ukraine, and regional cooperation ahead of key international summits.
The US has imposed sanctions on five Cuban state-owned firms controlling 40% of GDP, targeting GAESA-linked entities and escalating tensions amid legal claims by American companies.
Far-right businessman Abelardo de la Espriella narrowly wins Colombia's presidency with strong U.S. backing, promising deregulation and militarized drug crime control.
Italy’s Foreign Minister Antonio Tajani canceled his US visit following President Trump’s controversial remarks about PM Giorgia Meloni, calling the comments offensive and damaging bilateral relations.
The U.S. has sanctioned Cuba’s state oil company CUPET, intensifying pressure on the communist regime amid a severe economic crisis worsened by disrupted Venezuelan oil supplies.
The US Justice Department has charged former Cuban leader Raul Castro with conspiracy to murder four American pilots in 1996, heightening geopolitical tensions.
US President Donald Trump and Chinese President Xi Jinping held a ceremonial meeting in Beijing to discuss Iran, Taiwan, and trade relations, signaling efforts to strengthen bilateral ties.
Iran mandates detailed vessel information declaration for tankers passing through the Strait of Hormuz amid escalating US-Iran tensions and potential transit fees.
The US notifies European allies of significant arms shipment delays as it prioritizes replenishing military stockpiles depleted by conflict with Iran, impacting NATO partners and Ukraine.
US President Trump announced a three-week extension of the Israel-Lebanon ceasefire following historic US-facilitated talks aimed at advancing peace and countering Hezbollah.