Category: United States International Relations

In ‘The Brink of War,’ a Return to an Era of Razor-Edge Diplomacy

The New York Times – Movies:
A new film depicts the 1986 nuclear arms summit in Reykjavik, Iceland, between Ronald Reagan and Mikhail Gorbachev, which both offered and dashed hopes of a dramatic breakthrough.
As China Pushes to Expand in Asia, Trump Focuses on Iran

The New York Times – On the Runway:
Asian allies are beginning to wonder whether the United States would or could defend them in a war.
Wary of Trump, Europe Seeks Role in Eventual Russia-Ukraine Talks

The New York Times – On the Runway:
French, German and British diplomats are working on a format for future negotiations — even if Russia has shown little interest.
Navy and USS Lincoln’s Problems Are Tied to Attacks on U.S. Base Early in War

The New York Times – On the Runway:
Diego Garcia, a tiny island 2,200 miles from the Gulf of Oman, took over as the Navy’s logistics hub after Iran damaged a base in Bahrain.
The Warring Visions of American Power

The New York Times – On the Runway:
American foreign policy is at a crossroads. Could international law provide a framework for a foreign policy after President Trump?
The Taliban Kicked the U.S. Out of Afghanistan. Now They Want It Back.

The New York Times – On the Runway:
In an interview, Afghanistan’s foreign minister called on the U.S. to reopen its embassy and invest in the country — a near-impossible sell for now, analysts and former diplomats say.
He Was Deported to Eswatini in Southern Africa. He May Never Go Free.

The New York Times – On the Runway:
As the Trump administration sends a growing number of immigrants to countries they have no connection to, some find themselves imprisoned with no way out.
Trump Wants to Move On From the Middle East. It’s Not Letting Him.

The New York Times – On the Runway:
President Trump is eager to declare success in Iran and Gaza, but he is struggling to impose his will in either conflict.
Mike DeWine: Only Trump Can Pull Off Immigration Reform

The New York Times – On the Runway:
It could be his Nixon-goes-to-China.
Canada Offers U.S. Concessions in Trade Talks but Demands a Comprehensive Deal

The New York Times – Business:
Prime Minister Mark Carney is attempting to prevent 50 percent tariffs against many Canadian goods scheduled for this month.
C.I.A. Sets Up Secret Cuba Task Force as Trump Pressures Havana

The New York Times – On the Runway:
The task force will allow the spy agency to quickly direct more financial, human and technical resources at the island, with the goal of creating fissures among the Cuban political elite.
Why Congress Wants a Closer U.S.-Israel Defense Partnership

The New York Times – On the Runway:
A proposal making its way through Congress would integrate the U.S. and Israeli defense and intelligence apparatuses more tightly. Some worry that it is a bad idea.