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Blinken: growing evidence of Russian atrocities in Ukraine a ‘punch to the gut’

Secretary of state promises US will join allies in documenting atrocities and hold perpetrators accountable

The Guardian - US

Peace proposals ‘verbally’ accepted by Moscow, except on Crimea, says Ukraine – as it happened

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The Guardian - AU

Russia-Ukraine war: what we know on day 38 of the Russian invasion

Volodymyr Zelenskiy says Russia is trying to recruit conscripts from Crimea, as Kyiv denies being behind oil depot attack

The Guardian - AU

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Blinken, Britain's Truss discuss additional actions in response to Ukraine invasion - State Dept

U.S. Secretary of State Antony Blinken and British Foreign Minister Liz Truss on Friday discussed additional possible actions to ratchet up their response to Russia's invasion of Ukraine, the U.S. State Department said.

Reuters

Is Russia committing genocide in Ukraine? A human rights expert looks at the warning signs

There’s a real threat that Russia will commit genocide in Ukraine. As evidence of war crimes emerges, there is reason to believe it may already be taking place.

The Conversation

Israel Suggests that Washington Ramp Up Sanctions on Iran to Level Imposed on Russia

Asharq Al-Awsat

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Senate close to COVID-19 aid deal; global funds in question

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China’s crackdown on Hong Kong democracy intensified, US says

China’s crackdown on democracy in Hong Kong intensified in the past year as authorities blocked the pro-democracy opposition from playing a meaningful role in the city’s governance while criminalizing peaceful political expression, according to a U.S. State Department report released on Thursday.

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U.S. officials circle globe to keep pressure on Putin as rouble rises

Senior U.S. officials fanned out this week to press world leaders to keep piling pressure on Moscow or join the campaign of sanctions and other measures, as the war in Ukraine enters its fifth week and the initial economic shock to Russia seems to be ebbing.

Reuters

You can start using an X gender marker on your passport in just a few days

Starting April 11, the Biden administration’s long-promised policy change will kick in.

Mic

State Department to allow American citizens ‘X’ gender on passports

American citizens who do not fit into traditional male or female gender roles will be permitted to choose a third option on their U.S. passports.

Tribune News Service

Morning Digest | Imran Khan loses majority after key partner sides with Opposition; PM Modi moots free trade agreement for BIMSTEC, and more

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The Hindu

Blinken urges Algeria re-think on Russia, Western Sahara

U.S. Secretary of State Antony Blinken is wrapping up a three-nation tour of the Middle East and North Africa with an appeal for Algeria to limit its ties with Russia and look to improve relations with neighboring Morocco

The Independent UK

Putin Misled by Advisers on Ukraine, US Intel Determines

US intelligence officials have determined that Russian President Vladimir Putin is being misinformed by his advisers about his nation's forces’ poor performance in Ukraine, according to a US official. Meanwhile, President Joe Biden told Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy during a 55 minute call on Wednesday that an additional $500 million…

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Reuters

Blinken says talks with UAE leader did not focus specifically on energy

U.S. Secretary of State Antony Blinken said on Wednesday he discussed Iran and the war in Ukraine in a meeting with the United Arab Emirates' de facto leader but did not focus specifically on energy.

Asharq Al-Awsat

Blinken Says Supports King Mohamed VI’s Reform Agenda

US Secretary of State Antony Blinken visited Rabat on Monday and met with Moroccan Prime Minister Aziz Akhanouch, Foreign Minister Nasser Bourita and civil society leaders. His official visit to Morocco was the first since President Joe Biden has taken office. In a joint press conference with Bourita, Blinken said…

The Guardian - UK

Russia bombards Chernihiv hours after pledging to halt shelling

Mayor of northern Ukrainian city says there is no evidence of any withdrawal of Russian forces

The Independent UK

Russian pledge to scale back in Ukraine draws skepticism

Russia’s pledge to scale back some military operations in Ukraine is drawing skepticism even as the two nations return Wednesday to talks that could produce a framework for ending the war

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Kyiv under attack hours after Russian vows to scale back war in west of Ukraine

Ukraine President Volodymyr Zelensky said Putin cannot be trusted

The Guardian - UK

Israel: at least five dead in Tel Aviv shooting

Reports say suspected Arab gunman killed at least four people in Bnei Brak, east of Tel Aviv, before he was fatally shot

The New Daily

Russia and Ukraine peace talks progress – but so do the deadly rockets

Russian officials said during peace talks the Kremlin would scale down some operations. Hours later, there was a deadly attack on a port city.

France 24

Five killed in Tel Aviv in third attack in a week

Five people were killed in gun attacks Tuesday near the Israeli coastal city of Tel Aviv, emergency responders said, in the third fatal gun or knife spree in the Jewish state in a week.

Asharq Al-Awsat

Israeli Defense Minister Meets Jordan’s King Abdullah in Amman

Israeli Defense Minister Benny Gantz met Jordan's King Abdullah in Amman on Tuesday in an apparent joint effort to lower Israeli-Palestinian tensions as the Muslim holy month of Ramadan approaches. Their talks focused on "regional and security challenges", an Israeli statement said. The meeting followed a two-day summit in Israel…

Reuters

Blinken expects 'truly strategic' conversation with Abu Dhabi de facto ruler

U.S. Secretary of State Antony Blinken said a meeting planned on Tuesday in Morocco with the de facto ruler of Abu Dhabi, Sheikh Mohammed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, will be an opportunity to have a "truly strategic" conversation.

Reuters

Blinken says no sign Russia serious on Ukraine peace efforts

Washington has not seen "signs of real seriousness" from Russia in pursuing peace after its invasion of Ukraine, Secretary of State Antony Blinken said on Tuesday, even as talks between Russian and Ukrainian officials in Turkey sparked hopes of progress toward ending the war.

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