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Expect additional measures in coming days over Russia's referendums -State Dept

The U.S. State Department on Wednesday said to expect additional measures in coming days from Washington in response to referendums held by Russia in occupied regions of Ukraine.

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Alimi Leads Yemeni Efforts in New York to Pressure Houthis

Saudi Arabia, the United Arab Emirates, United States and Britain condemned the Iran-backed Houthi militias’ latest escalation in Yemen. Known as the Quad, the countries reiterated strong commitment to the unity, sovereignty, independence, and territorial integrity of Yemen, and their commitment to stand by the people of Yemen through efforts…

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US and Russia engage in a digital battle for hearts and minds

The battle over Ukraine extends across the world: Information warfare is quickly evolving as key nations seek to influence public opinion and gain political support.

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New model to enlist regular Americans to resettle refugees

With refugee resettlement agencies overwhelmed after being gutted by the Trump administration, thousands of Americans heeded the call to help Afghans restart their lives in far-flung towns across the United States with little to no immigrant populations

The Independent UK

Türkiye Condemns US Decision on Cyprus Arms Embargo

Türkiye’s foreign ministry said on Saturday it strongly condemned the expansion of a decision taken by the United States in September 2020 to lift its arms embargo on Cyprus. The US State Department said on Friday that Secretary of State Antony Blinken had lifted defense trade restrictions for Cyprus for…

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Biden administration discussing new Russia measures with Congress - State Department

The Biden administration is discussing with Congress "analogous measures" to impose on Russia in place of those carried by a state sponsorship of terrorism designation, U.S. State Department spokesman Ned Price said on Wednesday.

Reuters

US ‘concerned’ over Pakistan media curbs, attacks on journalists

US State Department spokesman says press freedom undermined after TV channel sympathetic to Imran Khan was blocked.

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Mossad Chief Kicks Off Meetings in Washington to Discuss Nuclear Deal

Israeli Mossad chief David Barnea arrived in Washington for a series of meetings with US officials. Upon arrival at Andrews Air Force Base near Washington on Tuesday evening, Barnea met with senior officials of the White House, the US State Department, and the Pentagon. He also met with the Director…

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‘World needs to get used to Scotland as a global actor’, says former US official

A FORMER US State Department official has insisted the world “needs to get used to Scotland as an international actor”.

The National (Scotland)

U.S. State Dept approves potential sale of military helicopters to Australia

The U.S. State Department approved the potential sale of military helicopters and related equipment to Australia for an estimated cost of $1.95 billion, the Pentagon said, as Australia seeks to boost its military presence in the Indo-Pacific region.

Reuters

U.S. report identifies 21 'filtration' locations run by Russia for processing Ukrainians

Russia and its proxy forces in Ukraine are operating 21 locations used to detain, interrogate and process prisoners of war and civilians, according to a new report by Yale University researchers backed by the U.S. State Department as part of efforts to hold Moscow accountable.

Reuters

Dennis Rodman decides not to go to Russia on mission to rescue Brittney Griner

US State Department not keen on former NBA star’s plan

The Independent UK

Dennis Rodman talked out of going to Russia to rescue Brittney Griner

US State Department not keen on former NBA star’s plan

The Independent UK

Biden Administration Responds to Iran’s Offer on Nuke Deal

The Biden administration on Wednesday responded to Iran’s latest offer to resume its compliance with the 2015 nuclear deal, but neither side is offering a definitive path to revive the agreement, which has been on life-support since former President Donald Trump withdrew from it in 2018. State Department spokesman Ned…

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U.S. has responded to Iran's comments on EU nuclear text for revival of pact -State Dept

The United States has responded to Iran's comments on the European Union's "final" text for revival of Tehran's 2015 nuclear deal with major powers, U.S. State Department spokesperson Ned Price said on Wednesday.

Reuters

U.S., U.N. back new human rights training for Colombia police

Colombia's national police force will launch a training program with the help of the United States and United Nations meant to prevent abuses and human rights violations by cops, the head of the force said on Monday.

The Independent UK

Germany, US note 'courage' of jailed Russia critic Navalny

On the second anniversary of the poison attack on Alexei Navalny, Germany and the United States have hailed the determination of the Kremlin critic who is imprisoned in Russia

The Independent UK

Brooklyn man among five Americans shot in Israel says it’s ‘the safest place in the world’

Crown Heights resident was visiting Jerusalem on birthright trip

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US Says Russian Cooperation with Iran Should be Viewed as ‘Profound Threat’

Washington said Tuesday that Moscow's growing cooperation with Iran should be viewed as a "profound threat" after an Iranian satellite launched by Russia blasted off from Kazakhstan Tuesday and reached orbit. "We are aware of reports that Russia launched a satellite with significant spying capabilities on Iran's behalf," a US…

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Why Nancy Pelosi’s visit to Taiwan puts the White House in delicate straits of diplomacy with China

The trip to Taiwan by US House Speaker Nancy Pelosi has been strongly opposed by China, while the US has distanced itself from the visit.

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US issues 'worldwide caution' alert after Al Qaeda chief Ayman al-Zawahiri's death

United States conducted a precision counterterrorism strike in Afghanistan that killed Ayman al-Zawahiri, Osama bin Laden's deputy and successor as leader of al-Qa'ida. Al- Zawahiri was one of the masterminds of the attacks against the United States on September 11, 2001," the US State Department alert on Tuesday (local time)…

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US Agrees to Sell 300 Patriot Missiles to Saudi Arabia

The US State Department approved the potential sale of Terminal High Altitude Area Defense (THAAD) missile interceptors to the United Arab Emirates and Patriot missile interceptors to Saudi Arabia in separate deals worth as much as $5.3 billion, the Pentagon said on Tuesday. The US State Department approved the potential…

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Why Nancy Pelosi's visit to Taiwan puts the White House in delicate straits of diplomacy with China

U.S. House Speaker Nancy Pelosi arrived in Taiwan on Aug. 2, 2022 – a highly controversial trip that has been strongly opposed by China.

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US Envoy Pushes Lebanon-Israel Talks over Maritime Dispute

US envoy Amos Hochstein arrived in Beirut Sunday to push talks to resolve a bitter maritime border dispute between Lebanon and Israel over Mediterranean waters with offshore gas fields. "Reaching a resolution is both necessary and possible, but can only be done through negotiations and diplomacy," the US State Department…

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Why the big fuss over Nancy Pelosi's possible visit to Taiwan?

U.S. House Speaker Nancy Pelosi hasn’t confirmed when – or even if – she is to visit Taiwan. Yet such is the sensitivity over the island’s status that reports of her possible trip have resulted in a warning by China of “serious consequences” and a suggestion by President Joe Biden…

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