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Very few policymakers even concede that Washington’s overseas military adventures often have not turned out as planned.

Calling Trump’s foreign policy one of “restraint” hardly stands up to scrutiny.

America and Iran should get the deal done despite obstacles, but the influence of Israel and Saudi Arabia continues to undermine American national interest.

The previously unthinkable idea that the U.S. is at war with Russia has been gradually normalised, the heat turned up so slowly.

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Between July 15 and August 2, Washington signed off on billions of dollars worth of military deals, over a third of which went to autocracies.

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The White House announced President Bidens Saudi trip as Democrats face pressure to address record-high gas prices. Energy will be on the agenda.

The White House announced President Bidens Saudi trip as Democrats face pressure to address record-high gas prices. Energy will be on the agenda.