Trump's UN Speech Was A Giant Gift To China And Russia
The philosophy Trump expressed, that every nation should do what it considers to be in its best interests, pivoted away from more than a half-century of US policy.
Trump’s Splashy Debut At The UN Comes Without A Strategy For Syria
Donald Trump came to the UN on Monday. But his presence made little difference to the world's biggest humanitarian crisis: Syria.
Putin Spokesman Confirms Russia Offered A Reset With Trump
The confirmation came in response to questions about a BuzzFeed News report.
Russia Sought A Broad Reset With Trump, Secret Document Shows
A Russian proposal obtained by BuzzFeed News reveals Moscow’s ambitious plan to break with the past and launch a major rapprochement with the United States.
Trump Official Freezes On Camera After A Question About Climate Change
The silence was deafening.
The Gorka That Matters Isn’t Leaving The Trump Administration
Sebastian Gorka is out at the White House, but his wife, Katharine, remains a force in government, wielding more power than her husband ever did.
Bannon Leaves Behind A White House Of Hawks And Internationalists
Here’s how Stephen Bannon’s departure could reshape the balance of power in the Trump administration on foreign policy.
As Leak Probes Abound, Tillerson Promotes Diplomat Who Passed Classified Info To AIPAC
The promotion of David Satterfield comes as the Trump administration cracks down on leakers elsewhere in the government.
Trump Hasn't Appointed An Ambassador To Korea And Now It’s A Big Problem
North Korea is threatening war, Donald Trump and Rex Tillerson are sending mixed signals, and there’s no US ambassador in South Korea to straighten things out.
The Anatomy Of A Trump Administration Resignation Letter
In Washington, only a tiny fraction of bureaucrats quit their jobs in a blaze of glory. Here's how the rest do it.
Rumors Of "Purge List" Rattle White House Staff
National Security Adviser H.R. McMaster reassured staffers on Thursday that their jobs are safe, but questions remain about whom the guillotine will claim next.
Trump's Pick For Senior Africa Director Is A Major Victory For The CIA
President Trump has picked Cyril Sartor, the agency's former deputy assistant director for Africa, as his senior director for the continent.
Putin's New Limits On US Diplomacy Are Likely To Affect Russians Most
Russian support staff will feel the brunt of Putin's order that the US reduce its staff in Russia by 755 positions.
This Is The Retired General Who Is Taking Over For Reince Priebus
Meet John F. Kelly, president's new chief of staff.
Trump’s Hope For A Mini Reset With Russia Is Becoming A Pipe Dream
Even low-stakes talks aimed at basic cooperation have hit a wall as both capitals sanction each other.
Stateless Ex-Georgian President Is Holed Up In New York
The polarizing politician who fought a war with Russia in 2008 and later moved to Ukraine has been stripped of his Ukrainian and Georgian citizenship. Now he’s camping out in New York.
After Heated Clash With White House, Tillerson Eyes New Pick For Top Asia Envoy
The White House is resisting Rex Tillerson’s candidate to become America’s top diplomat to Asia amid reports that the secretary could leave Foggy Bottom. But a top aide says Rex isn’t going anywhere.
Donald Trump Has Your Full Attention. Can Anyone Else Be Heard?
In the age of Trump, global players — from tech companies to governments — have to shout.
The US Is Furious Turkey Published Location Of US Troops In Syria
A senior State Department official tells BuzzFeed News that the US has raised “strong concerns” to senior Turkish officials after a report details the location and numbers of US troops in Syria.
Trump Is Showing The World What A Weak American Presidency Looks Like
More than just the health care collapse, Donald Trump has so far failed to bring the “Art of the Deal” to the White House.