Us Foreign Policy

During a Cabinet meeting, President Donald Trump addressed several issues, beginning with Usha Vance’s Greenland visit, which he characterized as a gesture of "friendliness, not provocation." He emphasized that officials from Greenland were reaching out to the U.S., expressing interest in proper protection and support. Trump suggested that U.S. control of Greenland could be a possibility in the future, citing national security reasons. He also mentioned that Secretary of State Marco Rubio might visit Greenland soon, as officials there had requested U.S. involvement. Additionally, Trump announced a forthcoming deal with Ukraine on minerals and rare earths. In his remarks on the ongoing Russia-Ukraine conflict, he highlighted discussions about territorial lines and nuclear plants during ceasefire talks in Saudi Arabia. Trump reiterated his idea of the U.S. taking control of the Zaporizhzhia nuclear power plant, noting the country’s expertise in operating such facilities.

Fate of USAID hangs in balance as Trump Pauses Foreign Aid, Musk Criticizes USAID | N18G

US President Donald Trump’s 90-day foreign aid pause led to the removal of USAID security officials after they blocked access to Elon Musk’s Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE) representatives. Tensions escalated as DOGE personnel accessed restricted areas, sparking Musk’s criticism, calling USAID a "criminal organization." With Trump considering dissolving USAID, concerns arose about merging it with the State Department. Republican Brian Mast supports this, while Democrats argue it’s unconstitutional. USAID, created in 1961, has been the U.S.’s humanitarian arm, funding global aid and health programs. Critics fear Trump's actions may eliminate USAID’s independent status, creating a constitutional crisis.

Blinken heckled during speech on Gaza ceasefire, accused of genocide | N18G

On January 14, 2025, U.S. Secretary of State Antony Blinken faced heckling during a speech at the Atlantic Council, where he outlined a post-war plan for Gaza. The protesters accused Blinken of war crimes and genocide against Palestinians, a sentiment linked to U.S. support for Israel amid the ongoing Israeli-Palestinian conflict. The conflict escalated in October 2023 when Hamas attacked Israel, killing over 1,200 people and taking hostages, leading to Israel's military assault on Gaza, which has resulted in over 46,000 Palestinian deaths. Israel has been accused of genocide and war crimes, though it denies these claims. The violence has displaced nearly all of Gaza's population and drawn concerns from global hunger organizations. Blinken revealed that the Biden administration is preparing to hand over a post-war management plan to President-elect Donald Trump’s team, including provisions for an interim Palestinian Authority-led administration and international involvement in Gaza’s governance.

US foreign policy is too volatile to lead the world

The swings between Democratic and Republican presidents weren’t so wild in America’s heyday

Israel-Iran war: How Israeli airstrikes are redefining middle eastern power dynamics with US support

Israel's military strikes against Iran's allies intensify Middle East tensions, sparking debates on US involvement and regional stability.

US foreign policy must be in concert with allies like India, Japan & Australia: Senator Robert Menendez

Senator Bill Nelson said he is excited about the new Quad working group that will facilitate greater space cooperation among the US’ partners in Australia, India, and Japan.

American sanctions on Cuba will hurt the country’s people, not its regime

Even superpowers must learn to live with regimes they dislike.

What Joe Biden’s phone calls tell us about his foreign policy

Washington’s current priorities lie in repairing relations with neighbours and European allies that Trump had jettisoned, particularly given the vitriol towards NATO 

The end of ‘America First’: How Biden says he will reengage with the world

It is far easier to promise to return to the largely internationalist approach of the post-World War II era than it is to execute that shift after four years of global withdrawal

Editorials of The Times | Three Trump supporters have a new target: Germany

Trump has been especially worked up by the notion that the United States is paying a disproportionate share of the cost of protecting Europe from Russia while Germany is cutting gas deals with Moscow

To deal with China, Trump should learn German

The looming Cold War with China — over trade, technology and global influence — will be fought in Berlin

America will remain a key player in Asia: Barack Obama

President Barack Obama said on Tuesday his push to rebalance US foreign policy to focus more on Asia was not "a passing fad" of his presidency and, in a clear reference to China, said bigger countries should not dictate to smaller ones.

Friend or foe: How does US view China?

Diplomatic relations in Asia are at a delicate point: China is asserting its claims in the South China Sea, alarming regional neighbors who hope that the US, the world`s remaining superpower, will provide some balance in the region.