Will US sanctions on Mexican cartels make a difference?Taking a look at how U.S.-Mexico relations have deteriorated this year and how the new imposed sanctions factor in.
Biden Administration touts economic progress as APEC wraps upPresident Joe Biden reaffirmed the U.S. commitment to Asia-Pacific economic development Friday, as the week's conference concluded.
Lush, private Northern California estate is site for Xi-Biden meetingThe leaders of the United States and China are meeting in a lush garden near San Francisco on Wednesday.
Exploring the impact and history of US foreign aidAs Congress debates aid for Ukraine and Israel, we examine the impact and historic significance of U.S. foreign aid compared to other nations.
The long history of US support for IsraelSince World War II, Israel has been the largest recipient of U.S. foreign assistance, to the tune of $158 billion in military aid.
Biden administration pushes split Congress over aid to Israel, UkraineDemocrats want an aid package for Israel, Ukraine, the Indo-Pacific region and the U.S. border, while Republicans want to focus on just Israel first.
China's top diplomat arrives in US ahead of possible Biden-Xi summitThe visit is expected to lay the groundwork for a potential summit between President Biden and Chinese leader Xi Jinping next month.
How Biden is navigating support for Israel, aid for GazaBehind the scenes, the Biden administration has ramped up diplomatic engagements to aid Israel and facilitate humanitarian assistance to Gaza.
| Haley Bull and Kellan Howell
Congress wants an aid package for Israel, but progress may be slowCongress plans to weigh a new supplementary aid package that will provide support for both Israel and Ukraine.
How Congress can help Israel in its war against HamasWhile an aid package is at the top of the list, there are other steps Congress can take to show support for its strongest ally in the Middle East.
US, Qatar agree to block release of $6 billion in Iranian fundsLast month, $6 billion in Iranian funds were released as part of a prisoner swap, securing the freedom of five detained Americans.
Rep. Adam Smith on the US response to Israel's war with HamasRep. Adam Smith, chair of the House Armed Services Committee, says the U.S. is committed to protecting its citizens and continuing aid to Israel.
Looking back on Gen. Mark Milley's Joint Chiefs tenureAs the outgoing chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff, Gen. Mark Milley leaves a complicated legacy.
US moves to advance prisoner swap deal with IranThe U.S. will release frozen assets and release five Iranian citizens in the U.S. in exchange for the release of American citizens held in Iran.
Biden signs order to protect U.S. military edge in advanced techThe White House is restricting certain investment in cutting-edge tech to make sure it keeps its military advantage.
| Haley Bull and Kellan Howell and Scripps News Staff
Officials want stricter limits on how the FBI uses foreign spy dataIntelligence advisors want the FBI to change how it uses controversial information about foreign nationals while it investigates crimes.
US announces $345 million military aid package for TaiwanThe package is in addition to nearly $19 billion in military sales of F-16s and other major weapons systems that the U.S. has approved for Taiwan.
| Staff Sgt. Cesar Rivas / U.S. Army via AP
US pledges an additional $230 million in new aid for UkraineThe allocated $230 million in aid aims to support Ukraine in revitalizing its economy and facilitating its reconstruction efforts.
Biden welcomes Turkey's agreement to advance Sweden's NATO accessionNATO officials said talks with Turkey's involvement have pushed Sweden's NATO accession protocol forward, after being held up since last year.
Treasury Secretary Yellen criticizes China's treatment of US companiesChina holds the bulk of America's debt, and the U.S. is China's largest trading partner.
The evolution and future of the US-China relationshipAs U.S.-China relations continue to be a major concern for many Americans, the Biden administration faces an uphill battle to de-escalate tensions.
US flies nuclear-capable bombers in show of force against North KoreaThe flyovers are the latest in a series of temporary U.S. deployments of strategic assets in South Korea in response to North Korea's aggression.
US, China tout a productive diplomatic meetingThere were few concrete steps toward policy changes, but diplomats for both countries said they were satisfied with talks.
Blinken makes high-stakes trip to China in effort to ease tensionsThe U.S. plans to calm down diplomatic relations with China and encourage more cooperation on global issues.
Secretary of State Antony Blinken to make high-profile visit to ChinaBlinken will be the most senior Biden administration official to visit China so far.
Santos' bill blocks funding for countries with anti-LGBTQ+ policiesRep. George Santos says there would be exceptions for providing funds if it's "vital to the national security interests" of the U.S.
US halts all Ethiopian food aid citing large amounts of theftA UN agency has found what it calls "widespread" theft in Ethiopia of nearly $2 billion in food aid. The aid has been halted after reports of misuse.
US: Chinese agents had bribe plot to disrupt anti-communist Falun GongMultiple suspected Chinese agents were arrested by U.S. authorities for allegedly forming a bribery plot to disrupt Falun Gong spiritual activists.
US will support training of Ukrainian pilots on F-16 fightersThe U.S. confirmed it would help train Ukraine's pilots on the F-16 — the first step toward providing upgraded aircraft for its war against Russia.
Israelis rally for 17th week against judicial overhaul plansCrowds of Israelis went to the streets to protest against a planned overhaul of Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu’s governing coalition.
European Commission reaches agreement to move Ukraine grainA tentative deal has been reached, the European Commission announced, which would 'in principle' get Ukraine grain to multiple countries in Europe.
South Korean president warns Congress of North Korean nuclear threatSouth Korean President President Yoon Suk Yeol warned of global threats while praising the alliance between the U.S. and Korea.
US to dock nuclear subs in South Korea for 1st time in 40 yearsThe agreement seeks to allay South Korean fears over the North's aggressive nuclear weapons program.
Taliban kill mastermind of suicide bombing at Kabul airportThe Taliban said they have killed an Islamic State group leader involved in a 2021 bombing that killed 13 U.S. service members and 170 Afghans.
