US foreign policy
Trump's Proposed 'Core Five' Superclub: A New Global Power Forum Including India, Russia, China and Japan
Dec 12, 2025 02:50 pm CST
Reports indicate President Trump is exploring the creation of a 'C5' or 'Core Five' forum comprising the US, Russia, China, India, and Japan. This potential new global power alliance would bypass traditional wealth and democracy requirements of existing forums like the G7, focusing instead on major population centers and military-economic powers, raising concerns among traditional US allies about Western unity.
US Approves $686 Million Technical Upgrade Package for Pakistan's F-16 Fleet: Enhanced Counterterrorism Capabilities and Extended Service Life
Dec 11, 2025 05:05 pm CST
The United States has approved a significant $686 million arms deal to modernize Pakistan's F-16 fighter jets with advanced Link-16 systems, avionics upgrades, and comprehensive support services. The package aims to enhance counterterrorism capabilities, improve interoperability with US forces, and extend the aircraft's service life through 2040 while addressing critical safety concerns. Lockheed Martin will serve as the principal contractor for this strategic upgrade that supports US foreign policy objectives in the region.
Trump Lambasts European Allies as "Decaying" While Demanding Ukrainian Elections Amid Russian Invasion
Dec 10, 2025 06:19 am CST
President Donald Trump intensifies diplomatic tensions by characterizing European nations as "decaying" and "weak" on immigration and Ukraine policies in a recent Politico interview. Trump urges Ukrainian President Zelensky to hold elections despite the ongoing Russian invasion and claims NATO leaders refer to him as "daddy," highlighting growing rifts between the United States and its traditional allies amid controversial US peace plans for Ukraine.
US Concerns Intensify Over India-Russia Relations Following Putin's High-Profile Visit to New Delhi
Dec 08, 2025 06:46 pm CST
Michael Kugelman, Senior Fellow at the Atlantic Council, discusses how Putin's recent visit to India has heightened US concerns about India-Russia relations amid shifting global alliances. The expert analyzes the implications for US-India ties under the Trump administration, trade tensions, and regional security dynamics in an increasingly polarized geopolitical landscape.
Former Pentagon Official: How Trump's Decisions Are Pushing India Closer to Russia
Dec 06, 2025 09:49 pm CST
A former Pentagon official claims that US President Donald Trump's "gross incompetence" has damaged US-India relations, potentially due to Pakistani influence. As Russia promises "uninterrupted shipments" of fuel to India, Michael Rubin criticizes the US for hypocritically lecturing India about Russian oil purchases while maintaining its own trade with Moscow, arguing that America should respect India's need to secure energy resources for its growing economy.
India Emerges as Critical Partner in Trump's New National Security Strategy: Deepening Economic and Defense Ties
Dec 06, 2025 02:05 am CST
The Trump Administration's new National Security Strategy positions India as a vital strategic partner, emphasizing enhanced cooperation across economic, technological, and defense sectors. The strategy highlights the Indo-Pacific region's economic significance and encourages India's active role in regional security through the Quadrilateral Security Dialogue with Australia, Japan, and the US, signaling a pragmatic approach to international partnerships based on shared interests rather than ideological alignment.
Marco Rubio Warns Radical Islam Poses Imminent Global Threat and Announces Visa Restrictions for Persecutors of Christians
Dec 04, 2025 01:33 pm CST
US State Secretary Marco Rubio has issued a warning about radical Islam's expanding threat to global security, announcing visa restrictions against those who perpetrate violence against Christians worldwide. Highlighting concerns about terrorist groups in Nigeria and beyond, Rubio emphasized America's commitment to protecting religious freedom while addressing the strategic challenges posed by extremist ideologies seeking territorial and population control.
Marco Rubio Credits Trump for Resolving "Dangerous" India-Pakistan Tensions in Transformative Foreign Policy Approach
Dec 03, 2025 08:33 pm CST
US Secretary of State Marco Rubio has praised President Donald Trump for brokering several peace agreements, particularly highlighting the resolution of tensions between India and Pakistan. During a recent White House Cabinet meeting, Trump claimed credit for ending "eight wars" globally, though India has denied any third-party intervention in its regional affairs.
S Jaishankar Highlights Politics Over Economics: India's Strategic Response to US-Led Trade Tensions and Global Supply Chain Challenges
Nov 30, 2025 02:22 pm CST
External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar addresses how politics increasingly dominates economics in international relations, emphasizing India's strategic approach to diversifying supply sources amid US-led trade tensions. The article explores India's push for self-reliance, manufacturing growth, and technological advancement as part of its broader vision to become a developed nation by 2047, while navigating complex global challenges including China's economic dominance and changing US trade policies.
Trump Pardons Former Honduras President Ahead of Critical Presidential Election
Nov 30, 2025 10:34 am CST
President Trump has pardoned former Honduras President Juan Orlando Hernandez, who was serving a 45-year sentence for drug trafficking, days before Honduras' presidential election. The controversial move comes alongside Trump's endorsement of right-wing candidate Nasry Asfura and threats to cut US support if Asfura loses to his leftist opponents in the upcoming three-way race.