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Shield of the Americas 2026
QiOSK

Trump and 14 Lat Am leaders ignite new drug-terror war at UN

Leaders designated 24 cartels, gangs, and drug trafficking groups as foreign terrorists. Expect lots of guns, ammo, and drone strikes to follow.

Diesel gas prices
QiOSK

Banning US diesel exports will likely backfire on Americans

Sen. Chuck Grassley has endorsed a moratorium thinking it will provide more fuel the states, particularly famers. Not so fast, say experts.

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Middle East

When Saudi Arabia realizes it's backed the wrong horse

George W. Bush's war helped hand Iraq to Iran. Trump’s war may help hand the Gulf — and above all Riyadh — to China.

t Cairo's Al-Ittihadiya Palace, Egyptian President Abdel Fatah al-Sisi receives Chinese President Xi Jinping
Middle East

China is outfoxing the US in the battle for Mideast influence

Washington's military posture comes with huge risks and responsibilities, easing Beijing's burden in the region

Donald Trump Xi Jinping 2026
Asia-Pacific

Trump and Xi meet on a 'rotting' diplomatic foundation

The war in Iran, a murky trade truce, and a hawkish foreign policy establishment that is just itching for a fight makes for uncertain dynamics at Thursday's summit

Pakistan media
Middle East

Does Mecca Pact demand Pakistan enter Yemen conflict?

Islamabad's response need not be a binary choice between internvention and non-intervention