Jay Solomon

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The presidents met at the White House today, sending a message to China that the U.S.-Philippines relationship is strong, despite the Marcos’ corrupt family history.

The unlikely friendship of Biden and Philippines’ ‘Bongbong’

The presidents met at the White House today, sending a message to China that the U.S.-Philippines relationship is strong, despite the Marcos’ corrupt family history.

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Responding to his first challenge from the world's most volatile region, President Trump has invoked economic sanctions against Iran.

The US and Iran: Diplomatic relations turn icy again

Responding to his first challenge from the world's most volatile region, President Trump has invoked economic sanctions against Iran.

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Ronald Reagan was embarrassed by a swap with Iran of arms for American hostages. Did the Obama Administration make a similar trade?

Did the US pay ransom to Iran for release of American prisoners?

Ronald Reagan was embarrassed by a swap with Iran of arms for American hostages. Did the Obama Administration make a similar trade?

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