America’s allies fear that the Trump administration’s foreign policy may move in a worse direction. Hoping it won’t is too sanguine. Better to plan for the worst https://t.co/f6dmdOmp3e ...

an escalation in the Caribbean. Trump has announced the seizure of that oil tanker and the attorney general released rather dramatic footage which shows first you see the tanker in the distance, then you see the repelling of agents down there. They repelled from those helicopters and it was a search of cabins and compartments.Bondi says this was done safely, securely, and lawfully with US oversight. But there's of course larger legal scrutiny on operations like this and the powers the administration has bee ...

US-Russia Relations & Foreign Policy - The report suggests a shift in the US administration's posture towards Russia, seemingly disregarding previous concerns about Russian aggression, cyber attacks, and military threats [2] - Concerns are raised that the administration's actions may prioritize the personal financial interests of individuals connected to Donald Trump, potentially at the expense of American interests and security [3] - Russia is perceived by some within the administration as a "financial opportunity," despite historical challenges and risks associated with investing in the country due to a lack of rule of law [3][4] - Russia is allegedly attempting to leverage special deals to undermine US support for Ukraine and create divisions between the US and its European allies [5] - The administration is described as potentially favoring a world order of authoritarian ethnostates, influencing its approach to foreign policy and relationships with Europe [6][7] - The current US foreign policy lacks consistency and is driven by the whims of Donald Trump, exemplified by actions towards Venezuela [13] - The concept of "spheres of influence," with the US, Russia, and China each controlling regions, is identified as a Russian idea with potential drawbacks, including historical associations with world wars and disregard for US interests in Europe [15][16][17] Economic & Geopolitical Implications - The administration views past US efforts to promote global prosperity as the US being taken advantage of, failing to recognize the mutual benefits of international cooperation [11][12] - Abandoning alliances with Europe is questioned, considering the global prosperity and poverty reduction achieved over the past 70 years [8][9] - The Secretary General of NATO warns that Russia's actions indicate it has no intention of staying within its borders, highlighting the potential for conflict in Europe [19][20] Allegations of Corruption & Abuse of Power - The report alleges that the Trump administration's actions are primarily motivated by Donald Trump's desire to profit from his office, potentially leading to corruption and the subordination of American interests to personal gain [20][21][22]

The International Development Finance, a government agency that’s taken on a growing role in the Trump administration’s foreign policy, stands to see its financing capacity more than triple under a new proposal in Congress https://t.co/Hwpq8awD81 ...

Latin America, a region long neglected by the United [music] States, now finds itself at the center of President Donald Trump's foreign policy. For Trump, the region holds the key to achieving some of his most cherished objectives. Halting illegal migration, securing the southern land border, stopping the flow of illegal drugs, and rolling back Chinese influence.But many Latin Americans are finding Trump's new attention rather unsettling. and polling shows that many of them now view the United States much m ...

From @WSJopinion: Americans are open to getting tougher on drug cartels and the President’s powers to conduct foreign policy deserve a wide berth. But the Administration has to start explaining why it is asking men and women like Adm. Bradley to open fire.https://t.co/enEbEshk62 ...

From @WSJopinion: Americans are open to getting tougher on drug cartels and the President’s powers to conduct foreign policy deserve a wide berth. But the Administration has to start explaining why it is asking men and women like Adm. Bradley to open fire.https://t.co/KSaHwSqthY ...

America’s new National Security Strategy is the latest and fullest statement of what “America First” means in foreign policy. And, for many of its readers, it will be profoundly alarming https://t.co/WnCsgNtMVDPhoto: Getty Images https://t.co/f5nIu1XUhA ...

Geopolitical Stance on Ukraine - Ukrainian sovereignty is of utmost importance, with considerations for its prosperity post-ceasefire [1] - Canada strongly advocates for Ukraine's inclusion in peace negotiations and NATO discussions, opposing any negotiation that compromises Ukrainian interests, especially regarding Luhansk, Donetsk and Crimea [2][3][7] - Canada welcomes Ukraine's potential accession to NATO, contingent on Ukraine meeting the necessary requirements [4] NATO's Role and Peace Plan - The peace plan involves considerations for NATO, including potential limitations on accepting new members [4] - Some aspects of the peace plan require the involvement of other organizations, including NATO [5] - Discussions regarding a ceasefire and peace plan are actively underway, highlighting the need for solutions that respect Ukraine's geographical boundaries [6][7] Canadian Support for Ukraine - Canada was among the first to contribute to the Pearl program, demonstrating a strong commitment to Ukraine [9] - Canada's defense budget for 2025 includes an $80 billion commitment, aiming to reach 2% of GDP this year and 5% of GDP by 2035, underscoring the importance of Ukraine and NATO in its foreign policy [10] - Canada intends to double non-U S trade in the next ten years, necessitating diversification of supply chains and trading routes [11]

Our weekly podcast on China. This week, what a leaked document reveals about China’s foreign policy https://t.co/8jqw5AiDju ...