Potential escalation of sanctions on Russian energy sector looms
Daleep Singh, the Deputy National Security Adviser for International Economics, indicated that the US might tighten sanctions on Russia's oil trade.
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Netanyahu set to meet Biden and Harris with Gaza on the agenda
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu is visiting the White House for key talks with President Joe Biden and Vice President Kamala Harris, with the ongoing conflict in Gaza at the forefront of the discussions.
U.S. reportedly provided $6.5 billion in security assistance to Israel since Gaza war began
The Washington Post report indicates that the U.S. official revealed this information as an indication of the depth and complexity of US support for Israel.
White House: Russia’s Kharkiv offensive over as Ukrainian forces hold ground
John Kirby, the White House's national security spokesperson, delivered this assessment during a press briefing on Friday, crediting the flow of U.S. military aid for altering the trajectory of the intense fighting around Kharkiv, where Russian forces had mounted a major push around mid-May.
Moscow issues stern warnings to U.S. over Ukraine conflict
Russian Deputy Foreign Minister Andrey Ryabkov warned the U.S. should take Moscow's rhetoric with the utmost seriousness.
U.S. poised for major role in Gaza reconstruction with high-level Adviser as ceasefire nears
The ambitious strategy under consideration would see Washington appointing a high-level American civilian adviser to work closely with a largely Palestinian military force overseeing post-war efforts in Gaza.
Biden backs Israel’s Gaza offensive, rejects ‘genocide’ allegations
Biden's comments came after the International Criminal Court's chief prosecutor, Karim Khan, announced plans earlier Tuesday to seek arrest warrants for Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, Defence Minister Yoav Gallant, and several Hamas militant leaders on charges of war crimes and crimes against humanity.
Germany open to backing U.S. plan to use $50B in frozen Russian assets for Ukraine aid
While Germany has not made any final decisions, the sources said Berlin is unlikely to oppose the plan outright before leaders of the Group of Seven nations meet in mid-June 2024.
Trump sparks controversy: encourages Russia to attack NATO members over unpaid dues
The White House strongly criticised former President Trump after he made a controversial comment during a rally in South Carolina, implying he would encourage Russia to attack NATO countries who weren't paying their dues.
House Republicans propose $17.6 billion military aid bill for Israel amidst partisan rift
A $17.6 billion bill is introduced by House Republicans to aid Israel in its battle with Hamas. The White House opposes it, referring to it as a political strategy, and supports a Senate agreement that addresses border security and Ukraine.
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