The last US and coalition forces left Erbil Airbase, ending the American military presence in Iraq under a plan agreed in 2024. Analysts warn of risks from Iran-backed militias and the Islamic State group.
A US ban on Canadian alcohol, whey and some motorcycles took effect on September 29, escalating a trade war that already includes 50% US tariffs and Canadian counter-tariffs.
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Chinese President Xi Jinping held talks with Donald Trump at the White House on trade, Taiwan, Iran and AI. The two sides later announced reciprocal tariff cuts on $30 billion in goods.
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After President Trump told the UN that AI would be called 'super intelligence' in US documents, the State Department told diplomats to use 'SI' in all remarks and positions.
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Donald Trump, Mette Frederiksen and Jens-Frederik Nielsen signed a security agreement in New York that lets the US expand its military footprint in Greenland, with no expiration date.
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World leaders gathered in New York for the 81st UN General Assembly. Donald Trump defended US military action against Iran and Venezuela, while Volodymyr Zelenskyy urged continued pressure on Russia.
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