Tag: United States International Relations
U.S. Finds Subdued Foreign Meddling Operations in Midterm Elections
Russia was linked to influence campaigns targeting Democrats that gained little traction, but the Kremlin may be more focused on France’s elections in the spring.
Iran is Reviewing ‘Concrete Proposals’ on Nuclear Program, Officials Say
Iran’s willingness to re-engage on the issue suggests that Qatar-led diplomatic efforts to avert full-blown war between the U.S. and Iran have had some success.
Midterm Election Losses Complicate Trump’s Options on Iran War
The midterm results laid bare the deep unpopularity of the war of choice that President Trump started and is now struggling to end.
Trump Points to War in Iran for Republican Midterm Losses
President Trump answered questions on Wednesday from reporters about the election results. He also commented on Vice President JD Vance’s lengthy social media post that largely blamed the Republican losses on the war in Iran.
For Israelis, U.S. Midterms Show How Far Their Star Has Fallen in America
Israel once had bipartisan support in the United States, but a strong showing for Democrats, some of whom are deeply critical of the war in Gaza, has left the country with fewer friends in Congress.
Israeli Claims of Iranian Chemical Weapons Divide U.S. Officials
Some administration officials suggested Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu is trying to draw President Trump back into military action.
U.S. Military Strikes Iran’s Qeshm Island
Footage from an island in the Strait of Hormuz showed several explosions on Monday. U.S. officials said they conducted small-scale defensive strikes to prevent Iranian attacks. It was the first U.S. attack inside Iran since early September.
Iran Says It Would Reopen Strait of Hormuz in 2 Days as Part of U.S. Deal
Iranian officials spoke of some progress in negotiating to reopen the strait, a vital oil and gas shipping lane, even as they prepare for all-out war.
Vance Proposes Restarting Peace Talks in Outreach to Iranian Official
In his letter, the vice president suggested an immediate resumption of comprehensive talks, including about Iran’s nuclear program.
A New Level of Threat and Fear Risks Pushing the U.S. and Iran Back to Full War
With new intelligence and the possibility of all sides seeking pretexts for action, the war in Iran is entering a dangerous phase ahead of elections in the United States and Israel.