Trump's announcement of the withdrawal of approximately 5,000 US troops from Germany has sparked widespread controversy and deep concern in European political and security circles.

US President Donald Trump recently participated in a public Bible reading as part of his administration's efforts to integrate religion, particularly Christianity, into official work.

By presenting himself as a defender of divine values and clashing openly with the Vatican, Trump has prompted warnings in U.S. and European media of a potential political backlash and risks to parts of his Christian support base.

Gulf anger toward Iraq is rising fast over attacks launched from its territory since the U.S. began its war on Iran, with tensions escalating further after Kuwait was struck on April 24, reviving urgent questions about Iraq’s relations with its Arab neighbors after years of cautious improvement.

Virginia recently took a step to counter Trump's national effort to redraw congressional voting maps in favor of the GOP.