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Donald Trump’s America has just become a rogue nation
The US has generally played the role of international security guarantor, but Donald Trump’s America has just become a rogue nation.
- by Peter Hartcher
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Analysis
Iran
In breaking Iran deal, Trump goes on collision course with allies
Trump has undermined America’s relationships with its allies and friends, hindering any future diplomatic efforts to confront Iranian aggression.
- by Nick O'Malley
Iran
Iran can restart uranium enrichment 'without any limitations': Rouhani
President Hassan Rouhani warned on Tuesday that Iran could restart enriching uranium "without any limitations" within weeks.
Syria
Israeli missile hit in Syria kills several
Syrian state-run media is reporting an Israeli attack near the capital Damascus, saying Syrian air defences shot down two missiles.
Israel
Israel PM praises Trump for Iran deal pullout, army on alert
Israel's prime minister on Tuesday praised President Trump's "historic move" for withdrawing from the nuclear deal with Iran on Tuesday.
Israel
Paraguay to move its embassy in Israel to Jerusalem
Paraguay will join the United States and Guatemala in moving its Israel embassy to Jerusalem, infuriating Palestinians.
- by Maayan Lubell
Terrorism
In a new justice system, Kurds put IS on trial eyeing reconciliation
A justice system built from scratch, without any recognition from Syria or outside, is trying hundreds of Syrians accused of joining IS.
- by Sarah El Deeb
Iran
Explainer: The Iran nuclear deal
Trump has pledged to pull out of it. Europe wants the US to stay in. The decision is imminent. What is the Iran deal?
Opinion
Iraq
Scrapping Iran deal could trigger 'an uncontrollable chain of events'
The risks associated with cancelling the nuclear agreement are far greater than keeping it in place.
- by Amin Saikal
Democracy
Hezbollah allies tipped to make gains in Lebanon parliament
The Iran-backed Shiite group Hezbollah and its political allies look set to win more than half the seats in Lebanon's first parliamentary election in nine years.
- by Tom Perry
Politics
Britain says it can fix Iran deal for Trump
Britain's US Ambassador said it's possible to address US President Donald Trump's concerns before he pulls out of the deal.