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The story behind Kim Jong Un’s train, a luxurious and armored behemoth
The former Soviet train has been modernized and used by generations of North Korean leaders, reportedly dining on fresh lobster and French wines.
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U.S. funding break imperils internet freedom projects in Iran
The State Department has not signed off on new funding for programs that help Iranian citizens evade internet censorship, potentially crippling a policy with bipartisan support.
Rubio recasts long-held beliefs with cuts to U.S. human rights reports
The State Department’s annual human rights reports arrive a half-year late with significant cuts and little fanfare from America’s top diplomat.
Rubio recasts long-held beliefs with cuts to U.S. human rights reports
The State Department’s annual human rights reports arrive a half-year late with significant cuts and little fanfare from America’s top diplomat.
U.S. escalates human rights criticism of South Africa and Brazil
Leaked draft reports on South Africa and Brazil lean into President Donald Trump’s contested claims, fueling disputes at the State Department.
Trump picks State Dept. spokesperson Tammy Bruce for deputy U.N. post
Bruce, a former conservative talk show host, had no prior experience in U.S. foreign policy before joining the State Department.
U.S. plans to ease human rights criticism of El Salvador, Israel, Russia
Leaked draft reports show the Trump administration is planning to eliminate or downplay accounts of prisoner abuse, corruption, LGBTQ+ discrimination and other claims.