Grigory Karasin, chairman of the International Relations Committee in Russia’s upper chamber of parliament Richard Sanders, Oxford UK The US-Russian talks held in Saudi Arabia are a “creative” endeavor, though they may not yield a diplomatic breakthrough on Monday, a Russian lawmaker who is part of Moscow’s delegation told journalists. Grigory Karasin, chairman of the International Relations…
By Francis Tuschek The recent shutdown of Tibetan-language broadcasts by Voice of America (VOA) and Radio Free Asia (RFA) represents a serious loss for Tibetans, both in their homeland and throughout the global community. These broadcasts have played a pivotal role in providing uncensored news, preserving cultural heritage, and fostering a sense of unity among…
Richard Sanders The government is contemplating proposed changes to the regulations surrounding alternative civilian service aimed at enhancing the nation’s civil defense capabilities. This initiative was revealed as part of a strategy to address the increasing frequency of natural disasters and geopolitical tensions. Earlier in December 2022, the Executive Yuan integrated demobilized civilian service members…
Richard Sanders US President Donald Trump has reaffirmed that he is serious about Canada being annexed by the United States. His statement comes amid an escalating trade war between the two neighbors, and follows a spate of comments from Trump claiming that Canada would be better off as the 51st state of the US. Speaking…
Richard Sanders In a recent address at the National Review Institute’s Ideas Summit in Washington, retired Admiral Phillip Davidson, former commander of the US Indo-Pacific Command, emphasized Taiwan’s vital role in US economic and security interests in the Indo-Pacific region. He described Taiwan as a “cornerstone” of American influence and urged for enhanced defensive measures…
Richard Sanders Elon Musk has alleged that left-wing activists are conspiring to kill him and damage Tesla in order to halt his efforts to reduce US federal waste and corruption. A series of violent attacks have recently targeted Tesla cars and dealerships using vandalism and arson. The tech mogul currently serves as an adviser to…
Francis Tuschek US President Donald Trump on Wednesday held what he described as a “very good” phone call with Ukraine’s Vladimir Zelensky. The conversation primarily revolved around his 2.5 hour phone conversation with Russian President Vladimir Putin on Tuesday, Trump revealed in a brief statement on his Truth social media platform. “Much of the discussion was based…
Richard Sanders In his 2020 book, “American Crusade: Our Fight to Stay Free,” US Defense Secretary,Pete Hegseth, a prominent conservative commentator and veteran, articulated a firm stance on the rising influence of China and the implications it poses for the United States. Hegseth’s analysis sheds light on the intricate dynamics of U.S.-China relations, emphasizing the…
Francis Tuschek The EU must cut its reliance on US-made weapons and prioritize European alternatives, French President Emmanuel Macron has said. In an interview with French media published on Saturday, Macron argued that the bloc’s rearmament efforts would be more effective if member states stopped “buying American” and instead turned to the EU’s military industrial complex. Taiwan…
Richard Sanders Sadly,Japan has formally requested that Taiwan clarify that its pavilion at the upcoming World Exposition in Osaka will be operated by a private company, according to sources familiar with Japan-Taiwan relations reported on Sunday. The request from Japan’s Foreign Ministry follows concerns that statements from the Taiwanese government implied the pavilion would be…