U.S. Sanctions China for Buying Russian Arms
The sanctions unveiled Thursday related to China's purchase of fighter jets and missiles from Russia's state arms exporter.
National Security & Defense
Report: Pompeo Bucks Advisers, Backs Continued Support for Saudi War in Yemen
Most of the State Department's diplomatic staff reportedly advised against the move, arguing that the Saudis hadn't done enough to prevent civilian casualties.
State Department: Islamist Militants’ Tactics Evolving after U.S. Victories
The report notes that the fight against terrorist groups has been hindered by Iran, which remains the leading state sponsor of terror.
The Risks of American Intervention in Venezuela
While there are serious arguments for backing a coup in Caracas, the potential downsides of such a move are too great.
America Shouldn’t Abandon Its Global Leadership Role
Today’s defense budget is actually quite low when measured by historic standards.
The Bob Newhart Peace Plan
The Palestinians need to stop making war before their conflict with Israel can be resolved.
In the Russia Probe, It’s ‘Qui S’excuse S’accuse’
The FBI strained to make a case on Donald Trump even as they were burying a daunting criminal case on Mrs. Clinton.
Pompeo: John Kerry ‘Actively Undermining U.S. Policy’ on Iran
The secretary of state blasted his predecessor's meetings with Iranian officials on Friday, calling them 'literally unheard of.'
The Post-9/11 Cycle of Cynicism
All remembrance and no action dishonors the 3,000 who died 17 years ago — and endangers us all.
The Afghanistan War at 17
The anniversary of the September 11 attacks is a grim reminder of the costs of simply admitting defeat.