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‘High risk gamble’: How Trump’s economic messaging is hurting Republicans

Summary: - The piece argues Trump’s current economic messaging is harming Republicans’ midterm prospects, with his economic approval at an all-time low and surveys suggesting voters are dissatisfied with the economy. - Trump is pursuing a long-term, high-risk strategy that may sacrifice Republican majorities to address economic and geopolitical problems, according to GOP strategists. - On foreign policy, Trump has framed Iran and the Strait of Hormuz as central to the econom

2026-05-30

diplomacy

Trump's new era of diplomacy

Summary: - Under Trump, the United States is pursuing a reoriented, less traditional diplomacy: strikes in Iran, threats of action in Cuba, and a rapid troop withdrawal from Europe, all while sidelining formal diplomatic institutions. - The administration has hollowed out embassies and packed the foreign policy team with donors and allies, expanding their influence across posts and portfolios. - Notable appointments include Kari Lake and Doug Mastriano as ambassadors (Jamaica

2026-05-28

conflict

Iran’s Hormuz Deal Hinges on Leverage, Not T

Iran and the US negotiate over Hormuz, but trust issues complicate peace.

2026-05-27

india

India-US Mineral Pact Exposes China Supply Ch

India and the US sign a deal to secure critical minerals, countering China's dominance.

2026-05-27

general

Israel’s Lebanon Escalation Puts Iran Truce

Israel's military actions in Lebanon complicate US-Iran negotiations for peace.

2026-05-27

general

Armenia’s US Deal Gives Pashinyan Leverage

Armenia's US deal strengthens Pashinyan's campaign ahead of elections.

2026-05-27

us politics

US Strikes Impact Iran Deal Negotiations

US military strikes are reshaping the dynamics of Iran deal negotiations.

2026-05-26

international

Iran Talks Amid US Military Strikes

US strikes on Iranian targets coincide with ongoing diplomatic talks in Doha.

2026-05-26

security

What's inside the Iran deal Trump is close to signing

Summary: The article reports that the U.S. and Iran are close to signing a 60-day memorandum of understanding for a temporary ceasefire and de-escalation in the Strait of Hormuz. Key elements during the 60 days include opening the strait with toll-free passage, Iran clearing mines, and the U.S. lifting some sanctions and allowing oil sales in exchange for Iran negotiating limits on its nuclear program (including suspending enrichment and removing highly enriched uranium stock

2026-05-26