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world5 days ago•3 min saved

Cruz presses for rapid, free Venezuelan elections amid U.S. oil plan

Sen. Ted Cruz urged Venezuela to hold free and fair elections by mid-next year, saying democracy must proceed even as the U.S. advances a plan to take control of Venezuela’s oil reserves; he praised the 65-billion-barrel oil deal for potential benefits to the U.S. economy and gas prices, while insisting elections should not be delayed. He reiterated Maduro’s illegitimacy, supported a rapid electoral process, and also touched on Iran and his own potential 2028 presidential run.

via NBC News|

#freeelections #oildeal #tedcruz

world20 days ago•9 min saved

Trump hints Strait of Hormuz could be US territory as tensions spike

As U.S.-Iran tensions heat up, Trump floated making the Strait of Hormuz U.S. territory after defeating Iran, prompting a swift Iranian rebuke that Tehran will control the strait; the live blog also notes UAE blaming Iran for attacks on ADNOC vessels, reports of an unknown projectile strike near Kumzar, and ongoing U.S. military deployments and morale measures aboard the USS Abraham Lincoln, underscoring a crowded naval flashpoint in the Hormuz corridor.

via Fox News|

#iran #middleeast #oilmarket

world3 months ago•3 min saved

US Signals Hard Line Toward Havana on Independence Day

On Cuban Independence Day, the White House honors Cuba’s founding ideals, denounces the Havana regime, and announces new sanctions that sever financial lifelines to Cuba’s military and intelligence apparatus following the January capture and extradition of Maduro, while reaffirming US solidarity with Cuban-Americans and a future free Cuba.

via The White House (.gov)|

#cuba #independenceday #maduro

geopolitics5 months ago•14 min saved

Iran’s Long Game: Outsmarting the West in the Gulf

Iran has spent decades building an asymmetric, decentralized military and an economic strategy to disrupt energy markets and strain the U.S.-led Gulf security order. By leveraging the IRGC, proxies, and strategic vulnerabilities like the Strait of Hormuz, Tehran aims to outlast adversaries and widen gaps between Washington and Gulf partners, potentially leaving Iran resilient and the U.S.-Gulf alliance weakened after the conflict.

via Foreign Affairs|

#geopolitics #iran #irgc

politics5 months ago•4 min saved

Poll: Americans Say U.S.-Iran Conflict Has Gone Too Far

A new AP-NORC poll shows about 60% of Americans believe U.S. military action in Iran has gone too far, with rising concern about gas costs and broad support for preventing Iran from obtaining a nuclear weapon. Trump’s overall approval remains steady, but the war could become a political liability, as most Americans oppose expanding the conflict, prefer keeping oil prices low, and show party-line differences on escalation.

via PBS|

#gasprices #iran #politics

world7 months ago•1 min saved

Catholic Cardinals Call for Moral Redirection of U.S. Foreign Policy

Three leading U.S. Catholic archbishops—Cupich, McElroy, and Tobin—call for a genuinely moral foreign policy, criticizing the Trump administration’s principles and urging military action only as a last resort after citing Venezuela, Ukraine, and Greenland; they frame this as the most significant moral debate about America’s world role since the Cold War, inspired by Pope Leo.

via The New York Times|

#catholicchurch #internationalrelations #politics

world8 months ago•3 min saved

House GOP to Outline 2026 Legislation Strategy at Private Retreat

Venezuela's political situation dominates US congressional discussions, with debates over leadership and US military involvement following the recent capture of Nicolás Maduro, amid divided Republican opinions and upcoming votes on military action and funding.

via Politico|

#congressionalagenda #maduro #republicans

politics10 months ago•1 min saved

US Revokes Visas of Six Foreigners Over Charlie Kirk Criticism

The US State Department revoked visas of foreigners who celebrated Charlie Kirk's assassination, citing concerns over threats to free speech and political violence, following Kirk's death and a posthumous Presidential Medal of Freedom award.

via Politico|

#charliekirk #freespeech #politicalviolence

politics1 year ago•1 min saved

Debate Intensifies Over US Involvement in Syria Amid Global Tensions

Rep. Mark Alford, R-Mo., expressed his agreement with President-elect Donald Trump's stance that the U.S. should avoid involvement in Syria to prevent another prolonged conflict. Alford emphasized that Israel is effectively managing the situation by targeting strategic weapons in Syria, thus reducing the threat from jihadist groups. He highlighted the importance of allowing Israel to handle its security concerns in the region, particularly near the Golan Heights, without U.S. intervention.

via Newsmax|

#endlesswars #israeldefense #middleeastconflict

world1 year ago•5 min saved

Capturing El Salvador's Civil War: A Photographer's Lens on the 1980s

Photojournalist Robert Nickelsberg's book "Legacy of Lies" documents the brutal civil war in El Salvador during the early 1980s, highlighting the impact of U.S. foreign policy in the region. Through black-and-white photographs and essays, the book captures the violence fueled by U.S. support for El Salvador's right-wing military government against left-wing guerrillas, resulting in significant civilian casualties and social upheaval. The work provides a visual narrative of the Cold War's influence on Latin America and the enduring consequences of U.S. intervention.

via NPR|

#civilwar #coldwar #elsalvador

politics1 year ago•0 min saved

Iran Denies Musk Meeting Amid Diplomatic Tensions

In the wake of Iran's missile launch into Israel, President-elect Donald Trump's administration, with Marco Rubio as the nominee for Secretary of State, is expected to adopt a less hawkish stance towards Iran compared to previous policies. Rubio has advocated for maximum pressure and direct measures to influence Iran's actions, reflecting a shift in the U.S. approach to Middle East tensions.

via The Washington Post|

#iran #marcorubio #middleeasttensions

politics1 year ago•5 min saved

Biden's Amazon Visit Highlights Climate and Conservation Efforts Ahead of G20

President Joe Biden is set to become the first sitting U.S. president to visit the Amazon, highlighting his commitment to global climate efforts despite a mixed international record. While Biden has made climate change a central part of his domestic agenda, his administration has faced challenges in securing foreign aid for global climate initiatives and has struggled to meet its own emissions reduction targets. The visit underscores Biden's dedication to environmental issues, even as geopolitical tensions and domestic political challenges threaten to undermine his climate legacy.

via POLITICO|

#amazon #biden #cleanenergy

politicsinternational-relations2 years ago•5 min saved

"Blinken's Middle East Diplomacy Targets Ceasefire and Regional Stability Amid Israel-Hamas Conflict"

U.S. Secretary of State Antony Blinken is on a diplomatic mission in the Middle East, meeting with leaders in Jordan, Qatar, Turkey, Greece, and other nations to address the escalating conflict between Israel and Hamas. Despite calls for a ceasefire, the U.S. supports Israel's military campaign, which aims to neutralize Hamas's control over Gaza. Blinken's discussions focus on curbing civilian casualties, increasing humanitarian aid to Gaza, and preventing regional spillover of the conflict. The U.S. opposes the forced removal of Palestinians from Gaza and is working on a postwar strategy that excludes Hamas from future governance.

via Voice of America - VOA News|

##blinkenmiddleeasttour #ceasefirenegotiations

opinion2 years ago•5 min saved

"Rising Tensions in Middle East Challenge Global Efforts to Maintain Peace"

The Middle East is experiencing escalating tensions that could lead to a larger regional conflict, with recent attacks involving US drone strikes, Iranian-backed militias, and proxy warfare. The Biden administration is attempting to prevent further escalation, but the situation is complicated by technological advances in warfare, such as armed drones, and the growth of proxy forces, particularly those supported by Iran. Despite efforts to focus on other global threats, the US continues to be drawn into Middle Eastern affairs due to alliances, energy interests, and competition with Iran.

via CNN|

##dronestrikes #hezbollah

politicsinternational-relations2 years ago•1 min saved

"Blinken's Diplomatic Marathon Across Middle East Amid Rising Tensions"

U.S. Secretary of State Antony J. Blinken is set to visit multiple Middle Eastern countries from January 4-11, 2024, to discuss a range of issues including the protection of civilians in Israel and Palestinian territories, the release of hostages, humanitarian assistance in Gaza, and regional peace efforts. His tour aims to reaffirm the U.S. commitment to peace in the Middle East, emphasizing the vision of a future Palestinian state coexisting peacefully alongside Israel.

via Department of State|

##blinkenmiddleeasttour #humanitarianassistance