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Saudi, Iranian Ministers Discuss Regional Escalation — 3dSaudi and Iranian foreign ministers held their first reported call since Houthi attacks intensified; an Oct. 10 Riyadh airport strike killed 12 and injured 309.

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Iran’s Araghchi Accuses Netanyahu of Risking US Lives — 4dIranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi accused Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu of trying to preserve his political standing at the cost of American lives and resources, calling him a wanted war criminal. His remarks came amid renewed scrutiny of Netanyahu’s handling of the October 7, 2023, attacks and the subsequent Gaza war; Netanyahu disputes allegations about his response and prior warnings.

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Germany, Russia Hold First Talks Since Ukraine Invasion — Sep 26, 2026German Foreign Minister Johann Wadephul met Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov in New York for the first talks between the countries’ foreign ministers since Russia’s 2022 invasion of Ukraine. The brief meeting came amid sharply strained relations over Russia’s war and alleged hybrid attacks, while the two sides offered competing accounts of who requested the talks and disclosed little about their substance.

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Marcus Bell Any direct contact between Berlin and Moscow after all this time might be a small step worth following even if nothing came out yet.

France to seek more Ebola funding for Congo after 4,000 deaths — Oct 3, 2026French Foreign Minister Barrot visited Bunia and said France will seek more Ebola funding after DRC figures topped 4,000 deaths among over 8,300 cases.

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Nicole Hardy With 4000 deaths already it's right for France to push for more funding to stop the spread in Congo.

North Korea Sends Vice Ministers to Vietnam and UN Assembly — Sep 22, 2026North Korea is sending a vice foreign minister to the U.N. for the first minister-level appearance in six years, and a vice defense minister to Vietnam.

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AP Top 25 College Football TeamsRankingCollege football fans argue endlessly over which programs deserve the top spots in the AP Poll based on wins, schedule strength, and legacy.

Germany, Netherlands pledge ICC support amid sanctions — Sep 28, 2026On Sept. 28, 2026, German Foreign Minister Johann Wadephul pledged Germany will keep the ICC capable of acting under U.S. sanctions pressure.

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Jared Kim I hope this support actually leads to more funding and staff so the court can handle its cases without delays.

UK Warns Iran Over Threats on British Soil — Sep 24, 2026In July Britain banned IRGC support after antisemitic attacks; in New York Ed Miliband told Iran's foreign minister the UK will not tolerate threats on British soil.

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Jared Kim It's right for the UK to draw a clear line against any Iran-linked threats targeting British communities.

Italy's Foreign Ministry Says Cyberattack on Website Mitigated by Security — 6dItaly's Farnesina said security systems fully mitigated an Oct. 8, 2026 website cyberattack with no service disruptions; NoName057(16) claimed it, unconfirmed by the ministry.

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South Africa Open to US Talks Despite Curbs — Sep 26, 2026South Africa remains open to talks with the United States despite new visa restrictions, with Foreign Minister Ronald Lamola saying Pretoria wants to avoid retaliation and preserve an important economic relationship. The discussions had included mining investment and Black ownership and employment rules, amid wider disputes over land reform, racial-equity policies and South Africa’s case against Israel at the International Court of Justice.

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US weighs UN travel curbs for Cuban officials — Sep 24, 2026The Trump administration is weighing tighter limits on Cuban officials traveling to the U.N. as it intensifies pressure on Havana; Cuba’s foreign minister denounced the measures as collective punishment, while U.S. sanctions’ effects on fuel, essential goods and aid delivery remain a concern. Washington says its approach includes humanitarian assistance and channels benefiting Cuba’s private sector, though aid groups face significant logistical barriers.

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Rachel Meyers The focus on humanitarian channels is smart but logistics for aid groups need fixing fast to reach people.

Papal Envoy Visits Ukrainian POWs in Russia — Sep 30, 2026Pope Leo XIV’s envoy, Cardinal Matteo Zuppi, visited Ukrainian prisoners held in Moscow and met Russian officials to discuss prisoner exchanges and other humanitarian issues, including missing people and family reunification. Zuppi said he hoped the visit would help advance exchanges, while Russia’s Foreign Ministry said the detention facility met humanitarian standards.

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Most Influential Women in World HistoryYourlist — RankingFrom ancient queens who ruled empires to modern activists who changed laws, these women left indelible marks on politics, science, and culture. Vote for who you think shaped history most profoundly.

Blinken Raises Immigration Issue in Call With Guatemalan Foreign MinisterReporting — Feb 18, 2021U.S. Secretary of State Antony Blinken told Guatemalan Foreign Minister Pedro Brolo in a phone call on Wednesday that Washington was committed to addressing the causes of illegal immigration, the State Department said…

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Iran Confirms President, Foreign Minister Died in Helicopter CrashReporting — May 20, 2024Iran says its president, Ebrahim Raisi, died in a helicopter crash. On Monday, Iranian state television reported Raisi, Foreign Minister Hossein Amir-Abdollahian, and seven other passengers were killed when the…

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Dozens of UN Delegates Take Action When Russian Foreign Minister Begins SpeakingReporting — Mar 1, 2022In a display to show the extent to which Russia has become a pariah in the world community, diplomats at the Human Rights Council of the United Nations walked out as Russian Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov addressed the…

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‘Message of Confidence’: Blinken and Ukrainian Foreign Minister Celebrate Reopening of McDonald’sReporting — Sep 7, 2023Secretary of State Antony Blinken and Ukrainian Foreign Minister Dmytro Kuleba sat down for some McDonald’s to celebrate the franchise reopening in Ukraine. During a two-day visit to Ukraine ahead of the G20 Summit this…

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New York Pizza vs Chicago Deep DishYourlist — VS BattleThe foldable slice versus the fork-and-knife casserole — America's longest-running food fight.

Sen. Chris Murphy Discloses He Met With Iran’s Foreign MinisterReporting — Feb 18, 2020Sen. Chris Murphy (D-Conn.) disclosed that he met with Iran’s Foreign Minister, Mohammad Javad Zarif, during the Munich Security Conference, but didn’t say whether other senators took part. On Monday, The Federalist…

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Mexico Will Not Allow Mexican Migrants to Be Sent to Guantanamo Bay, Foreign Minister Says — Feb 5, 2025Mexico has announced they will not be allowing Mexican migrants deported from the U.S., to be held at the detention camp located in Guantanamo Bay, Cuba. According to Fox News , Mexico’s Foreign Minister Juan Ramon de…

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‘A Man Who Wants Results’: Trump And Kremlin Agreed To Prisoner Exchange, Russian Foreign Minister Says — May 27, 2025Russian Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov said Tuesday that Russia and the White House have agreed to a prisoner swap, according to NBC News. Lavrov did not provide any additional details as to the nature or persons…

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Musk Meets With Chinese Foreign Minister As China’s EV Dominance ContinuesReporting — May 30, 2023Tesla CEO Elon Musk met with China’s Foreign Minister Qin Gang in Beijing to discuss expanding the company’s business there amid the country’s rapid expansion of electric vehicle exports, according to multiple reports…

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European Ally Turns Back On US For China Over Iran War — Mar 3, 2026As the conflict in Iran intensifies, French Foreign Minister Jean-Noel Barrot spoke on the phone Monday with Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi about working towards “de-escalation” together. The phone call came days…

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REPORT: UK Prime Minister Claims Officials Hid Former Ambassador’s Epstein Ties From Him — Apr 16, 2026The British Prime Minister’s office reportedly claims that officials within the Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office withheld critical information about former ambassador Peter Mandelson. Prime Minister Keir…

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In Shock Move, US Abandons Drugs Case Against Ex-Mexican Defense MinisterReporting — Nov 18, 2020U.S. prosecutors will drop drug charges against ex-Mexican Defense Minister Salvador Cienfuegos and turn over the investigation to Mexico, saying “sensitive” foreign policy considerations outweighed the interest in…

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Saudi Prince Helped Hack Amazon Boss Bezos’ Phone? Absurd, Says MinisterReporting — Jan 22, 2020Saudi Arabia’s foreign minister dismissed allegations that the crown prince may have been involved in a plot to hack the phone of Amazon boss Jeff Bezos as “absurd” on Wednesday, seeking to head off a dispute that could…

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Kamala Harris Goes Solo on Yet Another Call with a World LeaderReporting — Mar 10, 2021Vice President Kamala Harris had a call with the prime minister of Norway Tuesday as one of many calls with foreign leaders she has taken without President Joe Biden. Harris spoke with Prime Minister Erna Solberg of…

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