American politician, diplomat, lawyer; CIA director (2017–2018), Secretary of State (2018–2021)
Greenland remains at the center of a security debate as the United States seeks control of the Arctic island, citing national security. Denmark and Greenland’s government oppose any U.S. moves, while NATO and European allies push back against escalatory threats amid shifting Arctic power dynamics.
The FBI director is planning a visit to Russia in the fall, with stops in Moscow and St. Petersburg. The trip would be the first by an FBI director to Russia since 2013, and hosts are likely to be the FSB. The move comes as lawmakers push for tougher sanctions over Ukraine and as U.S.-Russia tensions remain high.
Colombia is joining the Shield of the Americas coalition, aligning with the US-led effort against drug cartels. The announcement comes as the Trump administration urges allies to reject the ICC, arguing the court intrudes on sovereignty. Rights groups warn of legal and civilian risks amid intensified regional security operations.
President Donald Trump has hosted Chinese leader Xi Jinping in Washington for a highly ceremonial state visit that has produced few concrete policy shifts. The two leaders have extended a fragile trade truce to Jan. 10, shared symbolic events — including a rare tarmac greeting and a state dinner — and avoided major agreements on AI, Iran, Taiwan or broader security issues.