InternationalAnalysis
Podcast: The Importance of US-Saudi Relationship
The murder of Saudi journalist Jamal Khashoggi is raising new questions about the U.S.-Saudi alliance. We talk to Jim Phillips of The Heritage Foundation about… Read More
InternationalCommentary
Trump Right to Consider Pulling Out of INF Treaty
It’s not clear as of this writing if the United States will formally leave the Intermediate-Range Nuclear Forces (INF) Treaty, signed in 1987 by President… Read More
InternationalCommentary
Why Interpol’s Chinese President Disappeared—and Why It Matters
Nearly a month ago, Meng Hongwei, the Chinese president of Interpol, disappeared during a visit home from France. Meng – or someone acting for him… Read More
InternationalCommentary
Why the Indo-Pacific Is a Critical Region for US Engagement
Vice President Mike Pence has unambiguously stated that the U.S. “will continue to assert American interests across the Indo-Pacific.” In a powerful speech on China… Read More
InternationalCommentary
Full Investigation Needed Before US Takes Action on the Khashoggi Crisis
The disappearance and suspected murder of Saudi journalist Jamal Khashoggi threatens to derail Washington’s relationship with Saudi Arabia, a key Middle Eastern ally. The Trump… Read More
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Trump: Saudi Journalist Likely Dead, Consequences Could Be ‘Severe’
President Donald Trump said Thursday it appears missing Saudi journalist and Washington Post columnist Jamal Khashoggi is dead, based on information available so far. Secretary… Read More
InternationalCommentary
Caravan Activists Are Weaponizing Poor Central Americans
For the second time this year, a caravan of Central American migrants is headed to the United States. The group took off from San Pedro… Read More
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Mexico Says It Will Deport Any Migrant Caravan Members Who Enter Without Papers
Mexico sent federal police to its southern border Wednesday with a warning that they will detain and deport any members of a highly publicized migrant… Read More
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American Firefighter on Way Home After Ordeal in Mexican Hospital
A Colorado firefighter and Army veteran with a diagnosed brain bleed is coming home from Mexico after five days in a hospital that his family… Read More
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Pastor Freed by Turkey Kisses American Flag, Prays for Trump
Andrew Brunson’s first stop en route to the U.S. after being freed from house arrest in Turkey was Ramstein Air Base in Germany. There, the… Read More
InternationalNews
Trump Seeks Answers in Saudi Journalist’s ‘Terrible’ Disappearance in Turkey
Saudi Arabia’s government has some explaining to do to the United States about a missing Washington Post columnist, foreign policy experts say, but the Trump… Read More
InternationalCommentary
Countering the Rise of China
Over the past 40 years, since Deng Xiaoping began his policy of “Reform and Opening,” the People’s Republic of China has evolved from a less-developed… Read More
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Western Nations Abandon Consensus to Push Abortion Agenda at UN
In a severe loss for mothers around the world, the United Nations Human Rights Council in Geneva last month adopted a resolution on maternal mortality… Read More
InternationalCommentary
China Is Thumbing Its Nose at the World
The Trump administration’s recent course correction in the strategic relationship with China—a considerable hardening unveiled last Thursday by Vice President Mike Pence—is a necessary response… Read More
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A Rape Survivor Just Won the Nobel Peace Prize. ‘Feminists’ Are Nowhere to Be Found.
As feminists were busy peddling their “War on Women” narrative in the U.S., Yazidi sex slave survivor Nadia Murad was honored with the Nobel Peace… Read More
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How the US Can Block Abortion and ‘Hate Speech’ Activism at the UN
With another session of the United Nations General Assembly underway, the U.S. has a number of opportunities to advance U.S. interests and to protect life… Read More
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Property Rights Protections for South Africans Are Moving in the Wrong Direction
Ever since the end of apartheid in the mid-1990s, people have hailed South Africa as a champion in the fight for justice and equality. In… Read More
InternationalCommentary
Filipino Leader Is Pushing a Socialist Constitution. It Makes a Mockery of Liberty.
As U.S. politics heats up this fall, across the Pacific Ocean a political battle is unfolding in the Philippines that should interest citizens here in… Read More
InternationalNews
4 Questions About Nikki Haley’s Departure as UN Ambassador
The Trump presidency has been full of surprises, but personnel changes typically are telegraphed or leaked well in advance. Nikki Haley’s announcement of her resignation… Read More
InternationalNews
Possible Replacements for Nikki Haley Already Being Floated as Trump Says Announcement Coming Soon
Pundits are already throwing out the names of individuals who could replace outgoing U.S. Ambassador to the United Nations Nikki Haley after her Tuesday announcement… Read More
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4 Big Threats Pence Says China Poses to US
The Chinese have attempted to spy on some 30 U.S. companies, the White House says, also warning that Beijing is meddling with U.S. elections. Those… Read More
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24 Photos of First Lady Melania Trump’s Trip to Africa
First lady Melania Trump is in Africa on her first solo international trip. The first lady has visited Ghana and Malawi, with plans to visit… Read More
InternationalCommentary
British Conservatives Are Growing Weary of Their Own Leaders
The annual party conference of the British Conservative Party wrapped up Wednesday in the city of Birmingham. It’s been years—almost 20 years, in fact—since Conservative… Read More
InternationalAnalysis
The Daily Signal Podcast: In UN Speech, Trump Makes Powerful Case for American Sovereignty
President Donald Trump was the center of everyone’s attention at the United Nations on Tuesday, where he delivered a formal address defending his policies. Brett… Read More
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7 Top Takeaways From Trump’s UN Speech for Friends and Foes Alike
President Donald Trump defended the sovereignty of America—and every other country—before the 73rd United Nations General Assembly on Tuesday, in his second address to the… Read More
InternationalCommentary
Brexit Is Around the Corner. Here’s a Key Step to Renew the US-UK Special Relationship.
It is undeniable that the United States and the United Kingdom have a “special relationship.” Throughout periods of global change, and in times of tumult… Read More
InternationalNews
Promoting Religious Liberty Affirms ‘Human Dignity,’ Pompeo Tells Values Voter Summit
Secretary of State Mike Pompeo reaffirmed Friday that the Trump administration is committed to religious liberty, both at home and abroad. Speaking at the conservative… Read More
InternationalCommentary
Concerns Regarding Rising Religious Persecution in China Merit a Response
From Beijing to Tibet, the Chinese Communist Party is engaging in a violent crackdown on religion, employing tactics reminiscent of the Cultural Revolution. The recent… Read More
InternationalAnalysis
The Next Migrant Crisis Could Come From This Syrian City
This is a transcript of an interview on the Sept. 20 episode of The Daily Signal podcast. It was edited for length, style, and clarity. Daniel… Read More
InternationalCommentary
Ideal US-UK Free Trade Agreement Supports the Special Relationship
A group of 11 conservative and libertarian think tanks on Sept. 18 launched “The Ideal U.S.-U.K. Free Trade Agreement: A Free Trader’s Perspective.” Published by… Read More
