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US President Donald Trump salutes as he arrives at the White House on March 2, 2017 in Washington, DC. / AFP PHOTO / MANDEL NGAN

The United States: Wither the Democrats?

by Amir Taheri | Mar 3, 2017 | Opinion

“What next for Democrats in the United States?” This was the question put by a small group of journalists at a private dinner to a Democrat party grandee during a recent passage in London. Insisting on Chatham House rules, that is to say not to be quoted by name, the...

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President Trump smiles while speaking to a meeting of the National Governors Association, Monday, Feb. 27, 2017, at the White House in Washington. AP PHOTO / EVAN VUCCI

Trump: I Have Done in a Month in Office More than What My Ancestors Have Done in 100 Days

by Hiba Al-Qudsi and Khater Al-Khater | Mar 1, 2017 | World

Washington – US President Donald Trump said that during his first month at the White House, he managed to achieve more than what the previous presidents had done in 100 days. Trump spoke during an interview with Fox News Channel, during which he blamed former...

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U.S. President-elect Donald Trump waves to supporters as he makes an appearance in the lobby at Trump Tower in New York, U.S., January 13, 2017. REUTERS/Mike Segar – RTX2YV1S

Former U.S. Officials Urge Trump to Negotiate with Iranian Opposition

by Asharq Al-Awsat | Jan 19, 2017 | World

London – Nearly two dozen former U.S. officials have urged President-elect Donald Trump to enter into discussions with the Iranian opposition group – the National Council of Resistance of Iran – to reconsider the current U.S. administration in order...

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The second tower of the World Trade Center bursts into flames after being hit by a hijacked airplane in New York September 11, 2001. REUTERS/Sara K. Schwittek

Trial of 11 September Mastermind to Launch Next Week

by Mounir al-Manawri | Jan 17, 2017 | World

Washington- On the 26th of January, the trial of the plotter of 11 September attacks will kick off. The mastermind is Khalid Sheikh Mohammed and he is of Pakistani origins. His trial will take place in Guantanamo, in the presence of journalists and reporters of...

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Former U.S. President Barack Obama on his farewell speech. – Reuters

Obama’s Political Journey: Launched, Concluded in Chicago

by Asharq Al-Awsat | Jan 13, 2017 | World

Washington – Thousands of people in Chicago were waiting for Barack Obama’s farewell speech after eight years of presidency. Obama spoke to the American people and thanked those who supported him and those who opposed his policies. “And every day, I have...