International Relations

Mar. 4, 2026

Michigan Imam Mourns 'Beloved' Khamenei: He Was Martyred by 'Wretched Hands'

A Detroit imam praised Iran's late Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei as a 'martyr' during a Ramadan program at his mosque.

Mar. 3, 2026

Michigan Republicans Suffer as Trump Battles Canada

Trump's efforts to block the Gordie Howe International Bridge have hurt the state's economy and endangered GOP congressional seats.

Mar. 3, 2026

Southwest Michigan Morning News Covers Iran Reaction, Baroda Dissolution

Podcast discusses fallout from Iran news and questions around small town government changes.

Mar. 2, 2026

Metro Detroit Communities React to Escalating Middle East Conflict

Arab and Jewish residents share mixed emotions as U.S. and Israel strike Iran

Mar. 2, 2026

Voices Heard at Rally Celebrating U.S. Strikes in Iran

Detroiters gather to support American military action against Iran.

Feb. 27, 2026

Trump Hints at 'Friendly Takeover' of Cuba

President says Cuba is 'talking with us' as island nation faces economic struggles.

Feb. 27, 2026

Warnings Issued About Potential Attacks on Ben Gurion Airport in Israel

Concerns raised about Iran targeting Israel's main international airport in retaliation for strikes.

Feb. 26, 2026

Trump's Donroe Doctrine Aims to Counter China's Influence in Western Hemisphere

Administration officials argue the aggressive policy unites the Republican foreign policy coalition.

Feb. 25, 2026

Trump Threatens to Block New U.S.-Canada Bridge Over Trade Demands

President Trump aims to use leverage over new border crossing to force concessions from Canada in USMCA trade deal renegotiations.

Feb. 25, 2026

Charges Dropped Against 3 Chinese Scientists in Michigan Smuggling Case

China's government intervened to get the case dismissed, lawyers say

Feb. 24, 2026

Trump Threatens to Block Opening of Gordie Howe International Bridge

Former Michigan Governor Snyder refutes President's false claims about the bridge project.

Feb. 24, 2026

Aid Groups Petition Israel's Supreme Court to Keep Working in Gaza

Seventeen international aid groups file petition to continue operations in Gaza Strip and other areas.

Feb. 24, 2026

French Foreign Minister Says US Ambassador Must Respond to Summons

Dispute between France and US ambassador in Paris takes another turn

Feb. 22, 2026

Michigan Democrats Demand Timely Gordie Howe Bridge Opening

Lawmakers push back against Trump's threats to delay the new U.S.-Canada border crossing.

Feb. 21, 2026

Trump Criticizes Gordie Howe Bridge After $1M PAC Donation

Controversy surrounds the intersection of infrastructure projects, political donations, and presidential influence.

Feb. 18, 2026

Macron and Modi Meet in Mumbai to Strengthen Strategic Ties

The French president and Indian prime minister held bilateral talks to deepen cooperation.

Feb. 18, 2026

Iran Begins Nuclear Negotiations in Geneva

State TV broadcaster reports Iran has started nuclear talks in Switzerland

Feb. 17, 2026

Whitmer Travels to Italy Seeking Defense Investments

Governor's European Investment Mission Aims to Strengthen Partnerships and Attract New Jobs

Feb. 16, 2026

Trump Blocks Opening of Detroit-Windsor Bridge to Pressure Canada

Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney refuses to submit to Trump's bullying tactics over trade tariffs with China.

Feb. 12, 2026

Michigan Democrats Introduce Bill to Protect Gordie Howe Bridge Project

Legislation aims to prevent federal interference in the opening and operation of the new international bridge crossing between Detroit and Windsor, Ontario.