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Blinken concerned over detention of Congo opposition figure

U.S. Secretary of State Antony Blinken said he was “concerned” about reports of the detention of an opposition political leader in Congo

The Independent UK

US: Syrian government is holding American journalist Tice

President Joe Biden says the U.S. is certain that the Syrian government is holding American journalist Austin Tice who went missing in the war-torn country a decade ago urging Damascus to help bring him back home

The Independent UK

Biden calls on Syria to help bring Austin Tice home: ‘Ten years is far, far too long’

WASHINGTON — The United States knows “with certainty” that the Syrian government has held Austin Tice, a reporter and former U.S. Marine missing in Syria since 2012, and is asking for its help bringing him home, President Joe Biden said in a statement on Wednesday.

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US and DRC to work together on protection of rainforest and peatlands

Antony Blinken announces formal working group during Kinshasa visit, while voicing concerns over auction of oil and gas permits

The Guardian - UK

Ahead of Rwanda visit, Blinken says US 'concerned' by reports of Rwandan support for DRC rebels

On the eve of his visit to Rwanda on Wednesday, Secretary of State Antony Blinken said his country is “concerned” by “credible” reports that Rwanda is supporting rebels in eastern Democratic Republic of Congo.

France 24

U.S. 'very concerned' about reports Rwanda backing rebels in Congo, Blinken says

U.S. Secretary of State Antony Blinken said on Tuesday Washington was "very concerned" about what he called credible reports that Rwanda has provided support to M23 rebels in the neighbouring Democratic Republic of Congo.

Reuters

US Secretary of State Blinken visits DRC, Rwanda amid tensions over M23 rebels

US Secretary of State Antony Blinken is in the Democratic Republic of Congo, on the second leg of his three-nation African tour that began in South Africa at the weekend, and is due to wrap in Rwanda.

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Blinken meets South Africa leader Ramaphosa, heads to Congo

U.S. Secretary of State Antony Blinken met with South African President Cyril Ramaphosa before embarking on a flight to Congo to continue his three-nation tour of Africa

The Independent UK

Is there really a paradigm shift in US/Africa relations? Why the answer seems to be yes

US Secretary of State Antony Blinken’s whirlwind visit to three African countries is the second in less than 12 months.

The Conversation

Washington wants to address anti-west sentiment in Africa: Blinken is doing his bit

US Secretary of State Antony Blinken’s visit to three African countries this week is another sign of the Joe Biden administration’s US-Africa policy of reengaging with the continent.

The Conversation

Rwanda and DRC's turbulent past continues to fuel their torrid relationship

Rwanda and the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) make for very unhappy neighbours. Both sides claim the other is set on bringing down their government, and violating past agreements and international norms.

The Conversation

Blinken says allowing Russia to bully Ukraine would mean 'open season' worldwide

U.S. Secretary of State Antony Blinken said on Monday that if Russia were allowed to bully Ukraine, to invade and take territory without being opposed, then it would be "open season" around the world.

Reuters

U.S. Africa strategy stresses China, Russia threats

The United States released a new strategy document for sub-Saharan Africa on Monday, stressing the region's importance, the threats posed by China and Russia, and vowing to extend defense cooperation with like-minded African countries.

Reuters

Blinken says expects Kenyan elections to progress peacefully

U.S. Secretary of State Antony Blinken said on Monday that everyone was watching to see Kenya's elections due on Tuesday to progress peacefully, freely and fairly, during his visit to South Africa.

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The Independent UK

US Secretary of State Blinken sees South African counterpart

South Africa’s stance on Russia’s war in Ukraine and the adverse effects of the conflict on African countries are expected to feature in a meeting between U.S. Secretary of State Antony Blinken and South Africa’s Minister of International Relations Naledi Pandor on Monday

Tribune News Service

Taiwan vows not to bow to pressure; China conducts more drills

Taiwan reiterated it won’t succumb to pressure from China after days of military drills in the air and seas surrounding the island, with hostilities set to continue even as world leaders urge an end to the strife.

The Independent UK

US Secretary of State Blinken in South Africa on Africa tour

U.S. Secretary of State Antony Blinken began his three-nation tour of Africa with his arrival in South Africa on Sunday

Al Jazeera

China, Taiwan play high-seas ‘cat and mouse’ as drills wrap up

China is set to conclude the unprecedented military exercises it launched in response to Nancy Pelosi’s visit.

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Chinese, Taiwanese Warships Eye Each Other Ahead of End of Drills

Chinese and Taiwanese warships played high-seas "cat and mouse" on Sunday, hours before the scheduled end of four days of unprecedented Chinese military exercises launched in reaction to a visit to Taiwan by the US house speaker.

Reuters

Chinese and Taiwanese warships eye each other as drills due to end

Chinese and Taiwanese warships played high-seas "cat and mouse" on Sunday ahead of the scheduled end of four days of unprecedented Chinese military exercises launched in reaction to a visit to Taiwan by the U.S. house speaker.

ABC News

Taiwan says China military drills appear to simulate attack, Chinese embassy warns Australia against involvement

China's embassy has taken aim at Australia, the United States and Japan, accusing them of "finger pointing" amid growing tensions with Taiwan.

France 24

Blinken arrives in Africa ‘to counter Russian influence’ on the continent

US Secretary of State Antony Blinken arrives in South Africa on Sunday to kick off a three-country tour that will also take him to DR Congo and Rwanda, aimed at "developing a strategy to counter Russian efforts to undermine democracy in Africa", according to a France-based political scientist.

Tribune News Service

Blinken vows to stand by Philippines amid China tensions

Secretary of State Antony Blinken sought to bolster America’s alliance with the Philippines under President Ferdinand Marcos Jr., calling the Southeast Asian nation an “irreplaceable” ally as tensions between the U.S. and China spike.

Tribune News Service

Taiwan says China simulating attack on main island in drills

Taiwan said China’s military drills on Saturday appeared to be simulating an attack on its main island, as Chinese warplanes and warships crossed the strait’s median line in a continued show of force.

The Guardian - UK

Taiwan says China making simulated attack on main island

Reports of further incursions over median line in military drills, as US and allies condemn use of missiles

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