International Relations > U.S. Foreign Policy

Tracking since May 19, 2026 · Latest signal Oct 17, 2026 · 138 matched data points

Overall sentiment

Positive 4% (6)Negative 41% (57)Neutral 54% (75)

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Claims (36)

Claims contributing to this aggregate. Confirmed negative claims count as negative impact; confirmed positive claims count as positive impact.

Trump's decision to review an Iran plan for ending the war indicates a potential shift in U.S. foreign policy towards conflict resolution.

Parent: International RelationsEntity: U.S. Foreign PolicySub-entity: Iran ConflictImpact: mixedDate: May 3, 2026 - May 7, 2026Target: Trump's decision to review an Iran plan for ending the war20 matched entries0 confirmed0 disputed20 neutral0 unclear

Trump's repeated threats against Iran are exacerbating tensions and risking further escalation.

Parent: International RelationsEntity: U.S. Foreign PolicyImpact: negativeDate: May 5, 2026 - May 11, 2026Target: Trump's repeated threats against Iran13 matched entries2 confirmed0 disputed11 neutral0 unclear

A Trump envoy requested FIFA to replace Iran with Italy in the 2026 World Cup, indicating potential political interference in international sports events.

Parent: International RelationsEntity: U.S. Foreign PolicySub-entity: Influence on International Sports OrganizationsImpact: negativeDate: Apr 23, 2026Target: Political interference in international sports events10 matched entries9 confirmed0 disputed1 neutral0 unclear

The Trump administration has repeatedly threatened to label actions in Iran as war crimes, potentially escalating international tensions.

Parent: International RelationsEntity: U.S. Foreign PolicySub-entity: Trump AdministrationImpact: negativeDate: Apr 19, 2026 - Apr 20, 2026Target: The Trump administration's use of war crime rhetoric against Iran7 matched entries6 confirmed0 disputed1 neutral0 unclear

Donald Trump has threatened the destruction of Iran and was prepared to launch new attacks but later canceled them.

Parent: International RelationsEntity: U.S. Foreign PolicySub-entity: Trump's Iran PolicyImpact: negativeDate: May 18, 2026 - May 19, 2026Target: Donald Trump's threat and potential military action against Iran5 matched entries3 confirmed0 disputed2 neutral0 unclear

The U.S. government has threatened to bomb every single power plant in Iran as a potential military response.

Parent: International RelationsEntity: U.S. Foreign PolicySub-entity: Military ThreatsImpact: negativeDate: Apr 19, 2026 - Apr 20, 2026Target: The U.S. government's threat to bomb Iran's power plants5 matched entries1 confirmed0 disputed4 neutral0 unclear

The extension of the Iran war ceasefire is causing internal conflict within the U.S. administration regarding its foreign policy approach.

Parent: International RelationsEntity: U.S. Foreign PolicySub-entity: Iran CeasefireImpact: negativeDate: Apr 22, 2026Target: The extension of the Iran war ceasefire and its impact on U.S. foreign policy decisions.5 matched entries0 confirmed0 disputed5 neutral0 unclear

U.S. President Trump has indicated that Tehran can initiate talks to address ongoing tensions.

Parent: International RelationsEntity: U.S. Foreign PolicyImpact: neutralDate: Apr 27, 2026Target: U.S. willingness to engage in dialogue with Iran5 matched entries5 confirmed0 disputed0 neutral0 unclear

Donald Trump suggested that the destruction of American cities, such as Los Angeles, would be a 'small price' for achieving victory over Iran.

Parent: International RelationsEntity: U.S. Foreign PolicySub-entity: Military StrategyImpact: negativeDate: Oct 6, 2026Target: The suggestion that the destruction of American cities is an acceptable cost for military victory over Iran4 matched entries4 confirmed0 disputed0 neutral0 unclear

Trump's directive to envoys not to proceed reflects a shift in U.S. foreign policy approach towards the region.

Parent: International RelationsEntity: U.S. Foreign PolicyImpact: mixedDate: Apr 25, 2026 - Apr 26, 2026Target: The U.S. approach to regional diplomacy4 matched entries1 confirmed0 disputed3 neutral0 unclear

A U.S. Senator has suggested that President Trump should use a nuclear bomb to eliminate Iran as a strategic threat.

Parent: International RelationsEntity: U.S. Foreign PolicySub-entity: IranImpact: negativeDate: Apr 23, 2026Target: The suggestion of using a nuclear bomb against Iran as a strategic response.3 matched entries3 confirmed0 disputed0 neutral0 unclear

Marco Rubio is urging Lebanon to resist Hezbollah's pressure over the confiscation of explosives.

Parent: International RelationsEntity: U.S. Foreign PolicySub-entity: Marco RubioImpact: positiveDate: Oct 16, 2026Target: Marco Rubio's diplomatic pressure on Lebanon3 matched entries3 confirmed0 disputed0 neutral0 unclear

The U.S. government has classified two Brazilian drug cartels as terrorist organizations.

Parent: International RelationsEntity: U.S. Foreign PolicyImpact: negativeDate: May 29, 2026Target: The classification of Brazilian drug cartels as terrorist groups by the U.S. government.3 matched entries3 confirmed0 disputed0 neutral0 unclear

The U.S. government has labeled Cuba as a security threat, indicating a shift in its foreign policy approach towards the country.

Parent: International RelationsEntity: U.S. Foreign PolicySub-entity: CubaImpact: negativeDate: May 28, 2026Target: U.S. foreign policy stance towards Cuba3 matched entries2 confirmed0 disputed1 neutral0 unclear

The United States entered a war with Iran at the request of Israel, according to a State Department document.

Parent: International RelationsEntity: U.S. Foreign PolicyImpact: negativeDate: May 1, 2026 - May 2, 2026Target: The United States entered a war with Iran at the request of Israel3 matched entries3 confirmed0 disputed0 neutral0 unclear

Trump's assertion that King Charles does not want Iran to have a nuclear weapon reflects U.S. foreign policy interests in curbing Iranian nuclear capabilities.

Parent: International RelationsEntity: U.S. Foreign PolicyImpact: positiveDate: Apr 29, 2026Target: Trump's assertion about King Charles's stance on Iran's nuclear program3 matched entries0 confirmed0 disputed3 neutral0 unclear

Trump's failure to maintain ceasefires in conflict zones like Ukraine, Iran, Gaza, and Lebanon contributes to global disorder.

Parent: International RelationsEntity: U.S. Foreign PolicyImpact: negativeDate: Jun 7, 2026Target: Trump's foreign policy effectiveness3 matched entries3 confirmed0 disputed0 neutral0 unclear

U.S. foreign policy in the Middle East has contributed to ongoing conflict and human rights violations.

Parent: International RelationsEntity: U.S. Foreign PolicySub-entity: Middle EastImpact: negativeDate: Apr 25, 2026 - Apr 30, 2026Target: U.S. foreign policy in the Middle East3 matched entries0 confirmed0 disputed3 neutral0 unclear

Allowing Russia to sell petroleum products to global markets would fund its war against Ukraine.

Parent: International RelationsEntity: U.S. Foreign PolicySub-entity: Deal with RussiaImpact: negativeDate: Oct 10, 2026Target: Allowing Russia to sell petroleum products to global markets2 matched entries2 confirmed0 disputed0 neutral0 unclear

The Strokes used their Coachella performance to criticize U.S. foreign policy and the conflicts in Gaza and Iran.

Parent: International RelationsEntity: U.S. Foreign PolicySub-entity: Gaza and Iran ConflictsImpact: negativeDate: Apr 20, 2026Target: The Strokes' criticism of U.S. foreign policy and the conflicts in Gaza and Iran2 matched entries2 confirmed0 disputed0 neutral0 unclear

The Trump administration's approach to Middle Eastern conflicts is influenced by its relationship with Israel.

Parent: International RelationsEntity: U.S. Foreign PolicyImpact: negativeDate: May 11, 2026Target: The Trump administration's approach to Middle Eastern conflicts2 matched entries0 confirmed0 disputed2 neutral0 unclear

The U.S. administration is extending the ceasefire with Iran despite ongoing tensions and lack of direct communication.

Parent: International RelationsEntity: U.S. Foreign PolicySub-entity: Ceasefire with IranImpact: negativeDate: Apr 22, 2026Target: Extension of the ceasefire with Iran2 matched entries2 confirmed0 disputed0 neutral0 unclear

The U.S. government has engaged in diplomatic efforts to influence global leaders on nuclear disarmament.

Parent: International RelationsEntity: U.S. Foreign PolicyImpact: neutralDate: May 8, 2026Target: U.S. government's diplomatic approach to nuclear disarmament2 matched entries0 confirmed0 disputed2 neutral0 unclear

The U.S. is engaged in a state of perpetual war, with military actions extending to regions such as Ecuador, Iran, Venezuela, and Cuba.

Parent: International RelationsEntity: U.S. Foreign PolicyImpact: negativeDate: Apr 22, 2026Target: The assertion of perpetual U.S. military involvement in global conflicts2 matched entries2 confirmed0 disputed0 neutral0 unclear

The U.S. is perceived as adopting an aggressive stance in its nuclear negotiations with Iran, which is seen as a barrier to diplomatic progress.

Parent: International RelationsEntity: U.S. Foreign PolicySub-entity: IranImpact: negativeDate: Apr 19, 2026Target: U.S. approach to nuclear negotiations with Iran.2 matched entries2 confirmed0 disputed0 neutral0 unclear

The U.S. is willing to provide assistance to Russia during a public health crisis in Siberia.

Parent: International RelationsEntity: U.S. Foreign PolicySub-entity: RussiaImpact: positiveDate: Oct 6, 2026Target: U.S. foreign policy stance towards Russia2 matched entries2 confirmed0 disputed0 neutral0 unclear

The U.S. public is influenced by domestic propaganda that frames Trump's actions against Iran as primarily motivated by economic interests rather than supporting the Iranian people or the global free world.

Parent: International RelationsEntity: U.S. Foreign PolicyImpact: negativeDate: May 5, 2026Target: The perception of U.S. foreign policy motives under Trump2 matched entries2 confirmed0 disputed0 neutral0 unclear

The United States has provided Ukraine with intelligence targeting Russian energy infrastructure.

Parent: International RelationsEntity: U.S. Foreign PolicySub-entity: Support for UkraineImpact: positiveDate: Oct 10, 2026Target: U.S. support for Ukraine's military actions2 matched entries1 confirmed0 disputed1 neutral0 unclear

The United States is actively working to mediate and bring together rival Libyan governments.

Parent: International RelationsEntity: U.S. Foreign PolicySub-entity: LibyaImpact: neutralDate: Apr 20, 2026Target: U.S. foreign policy in Libya2 matched entries2 confirmed0 disputed0 neutral0 unclear

Trump announced a delay in airstrikes against Iran at the request of Gulf countries.

Parent: International RelationsEntity: U.S. Foreign PolicySub-entity: Military Actions Against IranImpact: neutralDate: May 19, 2026Target: Delay in airstrikes against Iran2 matched entries2 confirmed0 disputed0 neutral0 unclear

Trump's decision to rule out using a nuclear bomb on Iran reflects a strategic shift in U.S. foreign policy towards non-nuclear escalation.

Parent: International RelationsEntity: U.S. Foreign PolicySub-entity: Nuclear DeterrenceImpact: negativeDate: Oct 16, 2026Target: U.S. foreign policy stance on nuclear deterrence2 matched entries0 confirmed0 disputed2 neutral0 unclear

Trump's reduction of USAID funding has worsened the medical situation in the Democratic Republic of Congo during the Ebola outbreak.

Parent: International RelationsEntity: U.S. Foreign PolicySub-entity: USAID Funding CutsImpact: negativeDate: May 30, 2026Target: Impact of U.S. foreign policy on global health crises2 matched entries2 confirmed0 disputed0 neutral0 unclear

Trump's renaming of Lake Ontario violates a centuries-old treaty with the Seneca Nation.

Parent: International RelationsEntity: U.S. Foreign PolicySub-entity: Indigenous TreatiesImpact: negativeDate: Sep 1, 2026Target: Trump's renaming of Lake Ontario2 matched entries2 confirmed0 disputed0 neutral0 unclear

Trump's threat to use a mini nuclear bomb against Iran represents a significant escalation in U.S. foreign policy towards Iran.

Parent: International RelationsEntity: U.S. Foreign PolicyImpact: negativeDate: Oct 17, 2026Target: U.S. foreign policy towards Iran2 matched entries1 confirmed0 disputed1 neutral0 unclear

U.S. President Trump intends to continue the ceasefire between Russia and Ukraine and may send negotiators to Moscow to aid in resolving the conflict.

Parent: International RelationsEntity: U.S. Foreign PolicySub-entity: Ukraine ConflictImpact: neutralDate: May 9, 2026Target: U.S. President Trump's diplomatic approach to the Ukraine-Russia conflict2 matched entries2 confirmed0 disputed0 neutral0 unclear

U.S. President Trump rejects the notion of Iran using blackmail in diplomatic discussions.

Parent: International RelationsEntity: U.S. Foreign PolicyImpact: negativeDate: Apr 19, 2026Target: U.S. rejection of Iran's blackmail accusations2 matched entries1 confirmed0 disputed1 neutral0 unclear