July 2023
Four Killed in Russian Missile Attacks on Zelensky's Hometown
A Russian missile attack on Kryvyi Rih, Zelensky's hometown, killed at least four people and injured 53. The attack has been condemned as a terrorist…
US National Security Advisor Seeks to Expand 'Strategic Relations' During Visit to Saudi Arabia
Jake Sullivan, the US National Security Advisor, visited Saudi Arabia to enhance strategic relations and discuss key regional issues with Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman.…
Blinken: We Are Not in a Position to Discuss a Nuclear Agreement with Iran
U.S. Secretary of State Antony Blinken stated that the U.S. is not currently discussing a nuclear agreement with Iran, emphasizing the need for Iran to…
Response to Criticism; Jake Sullivan: Biden Has Taken Risks by Supporting Ukraine
Jake Sullivan defended the Biden administration's support for Ukraine at the Aspen Security Forum, stating that significant risks have been taken in sending advanced weapons.…
Republican Senator Joni Ernst Criticizes 'Appeasement' Policy Towards the Islamic Republic
Republican Senator Joni Ernst is drafting legislation to form a coalition against the Islamic Republic's terrorism following increased attacks on commercial ships. She criticizes President…
U.S. House of Representatives Opposes Any Agreement with the Islamic Republic Without Congressional Oversight
The U.S. House of Representatives, led by Speaker Kevin McCarthy, opposes any agreements with Iran that lack Congressional oversight, citing concerns over U.S. interests and…
Sullivan: We Are Not Close to a Nuclear Agreement with Iran; I Have Deep Respect for Robert Malley
Jake Sullivan confirmed that the U.S. is not close to a nuclear agreement with Iran and is continuing efforts to secure the release of four…
The White House Expresses Concern Over North Korea's Ongoing Missile Tests
The Biden administration is concerned about North Korea's potential seventh nuclear test and ongoing missile tests. Jake Sullivan highlighted the risks during a CBS interview,…
Zelensky After NATO Summit: 'We Will Not Accept a Frozen War' with Russia
Ukrainian President Zelensky declared that Ukraine will not accept a frozen conflict with Russia during a press conference after the NATO summit in Lithuania. He…
Microsoft Reports Chinese Hackers Breached Emails of U.S. Government Organizations
Microsoft revealed that Chinese hackers accessed the emails of around 25 organizations, including U.S. government agencies, in a cyber espionage campaign that began in May.…
U.S. State Department Welcomes Iraq-TOTAL Energy Deal for Energy Self-Sufficiency
The U.S. State Department has welcomed a $27 billion energy deal between Iraq and TOTAL Energy aimed at achieving energy self-sufficiency. This deal includes recovering…
NATO Secretary General: Ukraine to Receive a 'Positive Message' on NATO Membership Path
NATO Secretary General Jens Stoltenberg announced that Ukraine will receive a positive message regarding its NATO membership path during an upcoming summit. Ukrainian President Zelensky…
Jake Sullivan: I Cannot Set a Timeline for Ukraine's NATO Membership
Jake Sullivan announced that while a reform path for Ukraine to join NATO is being outlined, no timeline can be set due to the ongoing…
Biden's Phone Call with Erdogan Regarding Sweden's NATO Membership
President Biden spoke with Turkish President Erdogan to facilitate Sweden's NATO membership, which requires unanimous approval from all NATO members. Turkey acknowledges Sweden's progress but…
Exclusive; White House: Indirect Negotiations with Iran Ongoing for the Release of American Prisoners
The White House is engaged in indirect negotiations with Iran to secure the release of American prisoners detained in the country. Jake Sullivan emphasized that…
Biden Begins Trip to Three European Countries
Joe Biden has started a trip to three European countries, with key discussions on climate change and NATO's support for Ukraine. The trip includes meetings…
Ukraine: Cluster Bombs Will Not Be Used in Russia
Ukrainian Defense Minister Oleksii Reznikov announced that the U.S. will supply cluster bombs to Ukraine for use in its counteroffensive against Russian forces, assuring that…
Efforts to 'Change the Balance of Power' in the Ukraine War; U.S. to Provide Cluster Munitions to Ukraine
The U.S. has decided to send cluster munitions to Ukraine to aid in its fight against Russia, a decision confirmed by National Security Advisor Jake…