Linda Thomas-Greenfield
U.S. Ambassador to the United Nations
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At the UN, U.S. Ambassador to the UN, Linda Thomas-Greenfield, confronted Iran's envoy, Majid Takht-Ravanchi, demanding explanations regarding Iran's involvement in recent attacks in Bahrain.…
U.S. Ambassador Confronts Iran Envoy at UN Over Bahrain Attack Allegations
At the United Nations, U.S. Ambassador to the UN, Linda Thomas-Greenfield, confronted the Iranian envoy over Iran's alleged involvement in attacks against Bahrain. This exchange…
Wall Street Journal: Tehran has told regional countries it will give a complex response to Israel
The Wall Street Journal reports that Iran is preparing a complex military response to Israel's recent attacks, signaling a potential escalation in regional tensions. Iranian…
The U.S. Calls for an End to Impunity for Perpetrators of Crimes Against Journalists
The U.S. has called for an end to impunity for crimes against journalists, highlighting the increasing violence and detentions faced by journalists globally, particularly in…
UN Security Council Meeting; US Warns Iran's Response to Israel Will Have Severe Consequences
The US warned Iran of severe consequences if it attacks Israel again during a UN Security Council meeting following recent hostilities. Iran's representative accused Israel…
Washington Warns Tehran: Another Attack on Israel or American Forces Will Have 'Severe Consequences'
The U.S. and Israel have issued stern warnings to Iran regarding further aggression, particularly in light of recent military actions against Iranian targets. This escalation…
The United States Calls for a 'Unified Stance' from the Security Council Against Iran's Attack on Israel
The U.S. has called for a unified response from the UN Security Council against Iran's missile attack on Israel, which was a retaliation for the…
UN General Assembly Calls for End to Israeli Occupation of Palestinian Territories
The UN General Assembly passed a resolution demanding Israel end its occupation of Palestinian territories within 12 months, with significant support but opposition from the…
US Ambassador to the UN Criticizes Israeli Military Conduct in Gaza War
The US Ambassador to the UN criticized Israel's military actions in Gaza, particularly regarding attacks on civilians and UN personnel, as the UN prepares to…
Israel's Condition for Its Forces in Gaza Has 'Blocked' Ceasefire Agreement
The ongoing negotiations for a ceasefire in Gaza are hindered by Israel's insistence on maintaining military presence in the region and Hamas's demands regarding Palestinian…
Major Prisoner Exchange in Turkey; Three Citizens and One U.S. Green Card Holder Exited Russia
A significant prisoner exchange took place in Turkey involving 26 prisoners from various countries, including three U.S. citizens and one permanent resident released from Russia.…
US Lawmakers Urge Biden Administration to Re-designate Houthis as Foreign Terrorist Organization
A bipartisan group of US lawmakers is urging the Biden administration to re-designate the Iran-backed Houthis as a Foreign Terrorist Organization following a drone attack…
US Requests UN Security Council to Pressure Hamas for Acceptance of Ceasefire and Release of Hostages
The US has urged the UN Security Council to pressure Hamas to accept a ceasefire and release hostages amid ongoing violence in Gaza. Linda Thomas-Greenfield…
Russia Accuses the United States of 'Threatening the West' and 'Obstructing' International Cooperation; US Calls This Claim 'Hypocritical'
Russia's Foreign Minister accused the US of threatening the West and obstructing international cooperation during a UN Security Council meeting, while the US ambassador labeled…
US Representative at the UN Calls for Assad Regime Cooperation for Humanitarian Aid to Syrian People
The US has called for the Assad regime to cooperate with the UN for humanitarian aid in Syria, highlighting the ongoing humanitarian crisis exacerbated by…
Israel: The UN Security Council Has Not Taken Action for the Release of Hostages in Gaza
Israeli Ambassador Gilad Erdan criticized the UN Security Council for failing to act on the release of hostages held by Hamas, emphasizing the urgency of…
Documentary 'Cries Before Silence' Released on Sexual Assaults by Hamas Members
Sheryl Sandberg's documentary 'Cries Before Silence' highlights sexual assaults by Hamas militants during their October 7 attack on Israel, which resulted in numerous civilian casualties…
Russia and China Veto US Proposed Resolution for 'Immediate Ceasefire' in Gaza
Russia and China vetoed a US proposal for an immediate ceasefire in Gaza, despite majority support from other Security Council members. The resolution aimed to…
The U.S. and Three European Powers on the Thirteenth Anniversary of the 'Syrian Uprising': We Will Continue to Pressure for Accountability for Assad
On the thirteenth anniversary of the Syrian uprising, the U.S. and three European powers reaffirmed their commitment to holding the Assad regime accountable for human…
Britain: The West Must Act More Boldly on Seizing Russian Assets
British Prime Minister Rishi Sunak urges Western nations to act decisively in seizing $300 billion of frozen Russian assets to undermine Russia's war economy, while…