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…
White House: Trump Will Sign Congress Bill on Sanctions Against Iran, Russia, and North Korea
The White House announced that President Trump will sign a congressional bill imposing new sanctions on Iran, Russia, and North Korea. The bill received overwhelming…
Russia's Reaction to New Sanctions: 'America Should Reduce Its Diplomats'
Russia has responded to new U.S. sanctions by demanding a reduction in American diplomats in Russia, alongside the confiscation of U.S. properties. This escalation follows…
Putin Criticizes New US Sanctions; 'Russia's Reaction Depends on Final Version'
Vladimir Putin criticized new US sanctions targeting Russia, Iran, and North Korea, stating that Russia's response depends on the final version of the bill. The…
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…
Agreement Between Democrats and Republicans in the U.S. Congress to Sanction Iran, Russia, and North Korea
Democrats and Republicans in the U.S. Congress have agreed to new sanctions against Iran, Russia, and North Korea, though the inclusion of North Korea may…
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.…
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…
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…
The White House Calls for Changes to Iran and Russia Sanctions Bill
The White House is seeking changes to a sanctions bill against Iran and Russia, which was overwhelmingly approved by the Senate but faces challenges in…
The First Day of Ceasefire in Southwest Syria Passed 'Peacefully'
The first day of a U.S.-Russia brokered ceasefire in southwest Syria was reported to be peaceful, with only limited violence. This ceasefire is significant as…
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…
Tillerson: If Pressure Approach on North Korea Fails, Few Good Options Will Remain
U.S. Secretary of State Rex Tillerson warned that if diplomatic efforts to pressure North Korea fail, few viable options will remain. This statement follows North…
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…
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…
China and Russia Call North Korea's Missile Test 'Unacceptable'
China and Russia have proposed a plan to ease tensions with North Korea, calling for a halt to its missile tests in exchange for 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…