State Department updates designation in light of ongoing Red Sea attacks. The United States returned the Iranian-backed Houthi rebels to the list of “Specially Designated Global Terrorists,” implementing…
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Emergency Aid Funding Blocked in Senate
Minority members seek to address the southern border. A $110.5 billion emergency spending bill was voted down in the Senate on Wednesday, as minority members reemphasized the need…
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President Commends Israel-Hamas Ceasefire for Hostage Release
He calls the agreement a “testament to diplomacy.” President Joe Biden commended the agreement Israel has made to a 4-day ceasefire with Hamas brokered by the U.S. and…
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Former First Lady Rosalynn Carter Passes Away at 96
She was an advocate for women’s rights, caregivers, and mental health. Former President Jimmy Carter’s wife Rosalynn Carter passed away at home in Plains, Georgia, on Sunday at…
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Administration Renews Iran Sanctions Waiver
Iran will have roughly $10 billion from Iraq for electricity. Secretary of State Antony Blinken signed a waiver extension this week with a 120-day window for Iran to…
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Senator Tuberville Calls for Funding to be Pulled from UN
UN did not pass a resolution condemning Hamas for its attacks on Israel. Senator Tommy Tuberville of Alabama called for the United States to withdraw all funding from…
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U.S. Issues Joint Statement on Israel
U.K., Germany, Italy, France, and Canada hold discussions with President Biden. The White House published a joint statement on Sunday from President Joe Biden, Prime Minister Trudeau of…
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President Biden Heads to Israel
The commander of U.S. Central Command is already there. The White House announced that President Joe Biden plans to visit Israel on Wednesday in a show of support…
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Senators Urge President to Refreeze Iran Funds
They claim a significant risk of the wrongful use of funds intended for humanitarian purposes. A group of senators led by Marsha Blackburn of Tennessee have called on…
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Climate Envoy Announces $4 Million for Kenya Support
He made the announcement at the 2023 Africa Climate Summit. Special Presidential Envoy for Climate John Kerry announced a $4 million investment to support migrants impacted by climate…
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