May 2024
Meeting of US and Chinese Defense Ministers; Austin Criticizes China's 'Provocative Activities'
US Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin and Chinese Defense Minister Dong Jun met for the first time in two years, where Austin expressed concerns over China's…
U.S. Defense Secretary Expresses Concern Over China's Military Activities Around Taiwan Strait
U.S. Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin expressed concerns about China's military activities near Taiwan during a meeting with Chinese officials in Singapore. This meeting is significant…
U.S. Defense Secretary Undergoes Surgery; Responsibilities Temporarily Transferred to Deputy
U.S. Secretary of Defense Lloyd Austin is undergoing surgery for a bladder issue related to previous prostate cancer treatment, temporarily transferring his responsibilities to Deputy…
U.S. House Speaker: Washington Should Allow Ukraine to Conduct War 'As It Sees Fit'
U.S. House Speaker Mike Johnson advocates for allowing Ukraine to use U.S. weapons as it sees fit in its conflict with Russia. This comes amid…
U.S. and Israeli Defense Ministers Discuss Gaza; Emphasis on U.S. Support for Israel
U.S. Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin and Israeli Defense Minister Yoav Galant discussed the Gaza situation, emphasizing U.S. support for Israel amid accusations of war crimes…
Israeli Representative Criticizes UN Security Council for Honoring the Death of Raisi; Erdan: A Minute of Silence for Hitler's Death?
Israeli UN representative Gilad Erdan condemned the UN Security Council's tribute to the deceased Iranian President Ibrahim Raisi, likening it to honoring Hitler. The incident…
U.S. Reaction to Raeisi's Death: We Will Continue to Support the People of Iran and Counter the Actions of the Islamic Republic
The U.S. expressed condolences over the deaths of Iranian officials in a helicopter crash and reaffirmed its support for the Iranian people's fight for human…
Dialogue Between U.S. and Israeli Defense Ministers on Protecting Civilians in Rafah
U.S. Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin spoke with Israeli Defense Minister Yoav Galant about ensuring civilian protection and aid delivery in Rafah before any military operations.…
US President Calls for the Release of All Imprisoned Journalists Worldwide on World Press Freedom Day
On World Press Freedom Day, US President Joe Biden called for the release of all imprisoned journalists globally, emphasizing the importance of journalism. The statement…
Pro-Palestinian Student Protesters Occupy a Columbia University Building
Pro-Palestinian students occupied a building at Columbia University to protest Israel's actions in Gaza, demanding the revocation of suspensions against demonstrators. The incident highlights rising…