Russia continues its aggression in Ukraine. A pair of United States Air Force B52 strategic bombers flew over Croatia and three other NATO-member states in the region as…
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Secretary Austin Visits with Latvian Leaders
Meets with Latvian President, Prime Minister, and Defense Minister Secretary of Defense Lloyd Austin traveled to Latvia this week, where he met with Latvian President Egils Levits, Prime…
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U.S.-Russia Nearing a Renewed Cold War
Russia cancels U.S. inspections of nuclear weapons. On Monday, Russia announced a freeze on U.S. inspections of its nuclear arsenals, claiming that Western sanctions have hampered similar tours…
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Senators Call for Russia to be Designated Terrorism Sponsor
They renewed calls for the president to get tougher with Moscow. Senators Lindsey Graham of South Carolina and Richard Blumenthal of Connecticut called on President Biden’s administration to…
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Presidents Biden and Xi to Teleconference
Taiwan and Ukraine may both be on the agenda. President Biden said Wednesday that he expects to speak with Chinese President Xi Jinping “within the next 10 days”…
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Pentagon Will Treat Wounded Ukraine Troops
They will use a U.S. military hospital in Germany. The Pentagon announced Tuesday that it had formally approved a plan in late June to help treat wounded Ukrainian…
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House Votes to Sell Reserve Oil to China
Strategic Petroleum Reserve is at its lowest since 1985. While average gas prices at the pump have decreased from their $5 peak, gasoline is still significantly more expensive…
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U.S. Considering Fighter Jets for Ukraine
Air Force secretary says he’s “open to discussions.” Secretary of the Air Force Frank Kendall told the Aspen Security Forum last week the United States is considering sending…
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First Lady Pledges Mental Health Support to Ukraine
Ukrainian first lady makes her first trip since the war began Ukrainian First Lady Olena Zelenska made her first trip outside of Ukraine since the war began, paying…
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Russia and Ukraine Sign Grain Export Deal
White House responds to the agreement that will increase the global food supply. Russia and Ukraine have signed separate deals with the United Nations and Turkey to export…
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