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U.S. Kicking Out Russian Diplomats

Russia and America’s diplomatic tit-for-tat continues, as U.S. orders Russian diplomats to leave the country, in a move that will close Moscow’s consulate in San Francisco.
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UN Condemns North Korea's 'Outrageous' Firing Of Ballistic Missile Over Japan

No new sanctions were announced, though.
By By Soyoung Kim and Michelle Nichols, Reuters

Trump Thanks Putin For Kicking Out Diplomats: 'We're Going To Save A Lot Of Money'

"I greatly appreciate the fact that we’ve been able to cut our payroll."
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When They Say Qatar, They Really Mean Iran

There is a categorical targeting of Iran as the main, most active source of political instability in the Middle East.
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U.S. Imposes Fresh Sanctions On North Korean Weapons Companies, Financial Networks

The penalties are a response to Pyongyang’s "unlawful nuclear, ballistic missile, and proliferation programs.”
By Reuters

Mike Pence: Future Of Russia Sanctions Remains Uncertain

It's "very dependent on how the Russians respond," the vice president says.
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The Trump administration added sanctions to Iran for testing their ballistic missile system

In response to Iran testing their ballistic missile system the Trump administration added sanctions to 25 individuals and entities.
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Civilians in War Zone Skeptical of America's Sudan Deal

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Kremlin Vows 'Appropriate' Retaliation To U.S. Sanctions

Washington's rebuke includes the expulsion of 35 Russian diplomats.
By Reuters

The Senate Vote To Extend Iran Sanctions Is A Symbolic Move That Could Antagonize Tehran

Congress doesn't need to act for the U.S. to keep its ability to quickly snap sanctions back into place.
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