Frances Martel

Frances Martel

Articles by Frances Martel

Madrid Holds Candlelight Vigil for Charlie Kirk

Dozens of mourners gathered before the American embassy in Madrid, Spain, on Thursday night to honor the life of conservative commentator and activist Charlie Kirk, who was assassinated during a public appearance at Utah Valley University on Wednesday.

Charlie Kirk speaking with attendees at the 2025 Chapter Leadership Summit at the Tampa Co

China, Taliban Back Qatar After Israel Strike on Hamas Targets

The Taliban terrorist organization running Afghanistan and the Chinese Communist Party, who have become increasingly close since the demise of the legitimate Afghan government in 2021, both condemned Israel on Tuesday and Wednesday following a “precise strike” against the jihadist group Hamas in Qatar.

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Zelensky Backs Trump Tariffs on India: The ‘Right Idea’

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky praised President Donald Trump for imposing “secondary sanctions” on India in response to its massive purchases of Russian oil, stating in an interview this weekend that doing so was the “right idea.”

WASHINGTON, DC - AUGUST 18: U.S. President Donald Trump greets Ukrainian President Volodym

Ukraine Sends Team to Saudi Arabia to Talk ‘Security Guarantees’

The head of the presidential office of Ukraine, Andrii Yermak, and a delegation including top security officials traveled to Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, this week and held meetings on Wednesday with Saudi leaders regarding “security guarantees” for the country.

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Chinese State Media Gushes over Regime-Friendly Pop Star Taylor Swift Engagement

The Chinese government-run Global Times newspaper published a report on Wednesday highlighting effusive celebration on regime-controlled Chinese social media over the engagement of singer Taylor Swift to athlete Travis Kelce, emphasizing the love “Chinese netizens” have for the celebrity.

NEW YORK, NY - SEPTEMBER 7: Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce are seen leaving Karen Elson Wed

Kremlin Won’t Comment on Potential Trump-Putin Reunion in China

Dmitry Peskov, a top spokesman for Russian strongman Vladimir Putin, declined to comment on Wednesday regarding the potential for President Donald Trump to be in China at the same time as Putin – and perhaps meet for the second time this month.

US President Donald Trump greets Russian President Vladimir Putin on the tarmac after they

What’s at Stake for South Korea in Its Tricky Negotiations with Trump

Leftist South Korean President Lee Jae-myung finally obtained a long-sought-after meeting with President Donald Trump in the White House on Monday – one giving him the opportunity to reinforce the bilateral relationship even as Lee has expressed interest in bringing Seoul closer to China.

US President Donald Trump, right, and Lee Jae Myung, South Korea's president, during

France Reinforces Anti-Drug Military Operations in Caribbean

The government of France announced a substantial investment in law enforcement and military activities in the Caribbean on Sunday, including the deployment of two nautical brigades and a slew of surveillance drones and radar resources, to fight an explosion in drug trafficking in the region.

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Taliban Charm Offensive Targets Japan

Taliban officials urged Japan to consider recognizing the jihadist terrorist organization as the legitimate government of Afghanistan this week as they marked the fourth anniversary of seizing power.

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China Sends Foreign Minister to India, Seeking Ally Against Trump’s ‘Bullying’

Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi concluded a brief visit to New Delhi on Wednesday in which he emphasized to senior officials in the Indian government Beijing’s desire to see the two countries “strengthen confidence, move toward each other, overcome disruptions, expand cooperation and consolidate the positive momentum in improving bilateral relations.”

Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi meets with visiting Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi,