Russian requirement for an end to sanctions not in U.S. interest. Negotiations to restore the Iran nuclear deal broke off Friday with no agreement, and with no clear…
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Vice President Harris Meets with Ukrainian Refugees
Gets first-hand input on how best to help Ukrainians. On Thursday, Vice President Harris met with seven Ukrainian refugees in Warsaw, Poland. The diverse group was joined by…
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First Lady Shares Video Message for International Women’s Day
Communicates support especially for women in Ukraine and Russia. First Lady Jill Biden marked International Women’s Day on Tuesday with a video message to women around the world,…
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Vice President Calls for Russian War Crimes Probe
Tells European leaders, “We should all be watching.” Vice President Kamala Harris, in Warsaw, Poland, for meetings with European leaders, has called for an international war crimes investigation…
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U.S. Investing in New Weapons Capabilities
Pentagon spokesman says the move is motivated by Russia’s invasion of Ukraine. Pentagon Press Secretary John Kirby said that Russian forces were not adequately prepared for resistance to…
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More U.S. Troops Head to Eastern Europe
Their presence is meant to deter Russian expansion. Russia is showing no signs of withdrawal from its invasion of Ukraine. The Pentagon has deployed some 12,000 troops to…
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President Biden Bans Russian Energy
Says the U.S. will not subsidize “Putin’s war.” From the White House on Tuesday, President Joe Biden announced that the U.S. is banning all oil, gas, and energy…
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Congress Considering Russian Oil Import Ban
Speaker Pelosi said the move would isolate Russia from global economy. Speaker of the House of Representatives Nancy Pelosi said that the chamber is “exploring” legislation that would…
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Secretary Blinken Meets with Top Ukrainian Diplomat
Meanwhile, top official of the EU asks China to mediate between Russia and Ukraine. At a Ukrainian town on the Polish border, Secretary of State Antony Blinken and…
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Department of Commerce Restricts Russian Oil Sector
Identifies 91 entities connected to Russian oil refinement. The Department of Commerce announced on Friday that it would be implementing new regulations against Russia, this time against its…
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