July 2017
U.S. Embassy in Moscow Reports Access Denial to Its Property
The U.S. Embassy in Moscow has accused Russian officials of denying access to a recreational property, escalating diplomatic tensions amid new sanctions. Russian President Putin…
Washington Criticizes Russia's Demand for the Departure of 755 American Diplomats
The U.S. State Department criticized Russia's demand for the expulsion of 755 American diplomats, calling it unjustifiable. This comes amid heightened tensions following new sanctions…
Tillerson: The U.S. Will Never Accept a Nuclear North Korea
Rex Tillerson stated that the U.S. will never accept a nuclear North Korea following its recent missile test, blaming Russia and China for the situation.…
White House: We Will Soon Decide on the Future of the Attorney General of the United States
The White House announced that a decision regarding Attorney General Jeff Sessions' future will be made soon following President Trump's criticism of Sessions' handling of…
Trump Criticizes Attorney General's 'Very Weak' Stance on 'Clinton Crimes'
President Trump criticized Attorney General Jeff Sessions for his handling of the investigation into Hillary Clinton's actions during the 2016 election, labeling his stance as…
Jared Kushner: I Did Not Collude with Any Foreign Power
Jared Kushner, in a written statement to Congress, denied any collusion with foreign powers during the Trump campaign and transition. He is set to testify…
Trump Calls for an End to Leaks of Classified Information in the Media
Donald Trump criticized media leaks of classified information, particularly targeting the Washington Post for reporting on Jeff Sessions' contacts with the Russian ambassador. He also…
CIA Director's Remarks on Iran and US Strategy in the Middle East
CIA Director Mike Pompeo emphasized Iran as a significant threat to US interests, outlining the Trump administration's strategy to counter Iranian expansionism through a coalition…
Trump Criticizes Attorney General: Sessions Should Not Have Recused Himself from Russia Investigations
President Trump criticized Attorney General Jeff Sessions for recusing himself from the Russia investigations, expressing that he would not have appointed him had he known…
White House Statement on Trump's Second Meeting with Putin at G20 Summit
The White House confirmed that Trump and Putin had a second, private meeting during the G20 summit, which has raised concerns about national security protocols.…
A Senior Security Official from Iraqi Kurdistan: Abu Bakr al-Baghdadi is Alive
A senior Kurdish official claims to be 99% certain that ISIS leader Abu Bakr al-Baghdadi is still alive, despite conflicting reports about his death. This…
US Representative in Coalition: We are Encouraged by Continued Ceasefire in Southwest Syria
The US and Russia have maintained a ceasefire in southwestern Syria, which is seen as a positive development by US officials. If the ceasefire continues,…
Killers of Boris Nemtsov, Russian government opposition activist, sentenced to long prison terms
Five Chechen men were sentenced for the murder of Boris Nemtsov, a prominent critic of the Russian government, but the masterminds behind the assassination remain…
Donald Trump Arrives in Paris for a 36-Hour Visit
Donald Trump arrived in Paris for a brief visit to participate in Bastille Day celebrations and discuss key issues with French President Emmanuel Macron. The…
Trump: I Asked Putin Twice if He Interfered in the U.S. Elections
In an interview, President Trump stated he asked Putin twice about Russian interference in U.S. elections, claiming Putin denied any involvement. Trump also defended his…
Russia Threatens to Respond to Actions Approved at the End of Obama's Term
Russia's Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov has threatened to respond to U.S. sanctions and actions taken at the end of Obama's presidency, which included the expulsion…
Possibility of Russia and Kazakhstan Exiting Oil Production Cut Agreement
Russia and Kazakhstan are considering exiting the OPEC oil production cut agreement, with discussions expected to take place at a ministerial level. This potential exit…
Trump's Son Met with Lawyer Linked to Moscow During Election Campaign
Donald Trump Jr. and others met with a Russian lawyer during the 2016 election campaign who claimed to have damaging information about Hillary Clinton. This…
Trump Conditions Changes in Russia Sanctions on 'Resolving Syria and Ukraine Issues'
Donald Trump stated that the U.S. will not change its sanctions on Russia until the issues in Syria and Ukraine are resolved. He emphasized the…
Trump and Putin Reach Agreement on Syrian Crisis
Donald Trump and Vladimir Putin have reached a ceasefire agreement for southwestern Syria during their meeting at the G20 summit. This agreement is seen as…
Russia Opposes UN Security Council Statement Condemning North Korea
Russia has rejected a UN Security Council statement condemning North Korea's missile test, claiming it does not classify the missile as intercontinental. This disagreement highlights…
Trump: Russia Should Cease Destabilizing Activities in Ukraine and Support for Syria and Iran
U.S. President Donald Trump called on Russia to stop its destabilizing activities in Ukraine and support for Syria and Iran during a speech in Warsaw.…
Iran Police: Over Two Thousand Cases of 'WannaCry' Ransomware Infection Reported
Iran's police report over 2,100 infections of the 'WannaCry' ransomware, primarily affecting government and private organizations. The ransomware demands a $300 Bitcoin payment to avoid…
United Nations Appoints Head for War Crimes Investigation in Syria
The UN has appointed French judge Catherine Marchi-Uhel to lead a team investigating war crimes in Syria, but the team struggles to secure funding. This…
U.S. Secretary of State Calls for Global Action Against North Korea
U.S. Secretary of State Rex Tillerson has called for a global response to North Korea's missile tests, emphasizing that all countries must show consequences for…
Historic Visit of Indian Prime Minister to Israel; 70 Years After Independence of Both Countries
Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi made a historic three-day visit to Israel, marking the first visit by an Indian Prime Minister in 70 years. The…
Kremlin: Vladimir Putin and Donald Trump to Meet on Friday
Vladimir Putin and Donald Trump are set to meet for the first time on July 7 during the G20 summit in Hamburg. This meeting comes…
US Army: 'Syrian Democratic Forces' Breached the Wall of Old Raqqa
The US Army reports that Syrian Democratic Forces have breached the wall of old Raqqa, aiding their advance against ISIS. This development is crucial as…
Holding a 'Trumpism' Cartoon Contest in Iran to Mock the U.S. President
Iran has organized a cartoon contest titled 'Trumpism' to mock U.S. President Donald Trump, inviting international participation. The contest is seen as a continuation of…