Secretary of State Antony J. Blinken aims to show support for Moldova, which is under threat from Russia, and plans to attend a NATO meeting in the Czech Republic.
Author: EDWARD WONG
U.S. and Iranian Officials Held Indirect Talks in Oman on Risks of a Wider War
The talks were the first since Iran attacked Israel last month in retaliation for its killing of an Iranian general.
Blinken Meets With Netanyahu, Hoping to Stave Off Rafah Assault
President Biden is pushing Hamas to release some hostages for a six-week cease-fire, but Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu says he will do a major assault in Rafah “with or without” a deal.
Blinken Is in Jordan to Discuss Aid for Gaza
The U.S. secretary of state’s visit to Jordan comes as the Biden administration tries to pressure Hamas to accept a deal that would result in a temporary cease-fire in the war in Gaza and the release of some hostages.
Blinken Urges Hamas to Accept Israel’s Cease-Fire Proposal
“The only thing standing between the people of Gaza and a cease-fire is Hamas,” said Secretary of State Antony J. Blinken.
Taiwan’s Top Diplomat Says U.S. Aid to Ukraine Is Critical for Deterring China
Foreign Minister Joseph Wu said in an interview that a Russian victory could embolden China to move against Taiwan and would fuel anti-American propaganda.
Blinken Says New Israeli Settlements in West Bank Are Illegal, Reversing Trump Policy
Mr. Blinken said he was disappointed with the announcement from Israel’s finance minister of plans for thousands of new residences in Palestinian territories.
Lloyd Austin Taken to Hospital for Bladder Issue
Doctors at Walter Reed said Defense Secretary Lloyd J. Austin III was in a critical care unit. The Pentagon said he had transferred his duties to his deputy.
State Dept. Tells Congress It Has Approved Sale of F-16 Jets to Turkey
The department received documents on Friday signed by Turkey’s leader approving Sweden’s long-delayed entry into NATO. The alliance now awaits word from the lone holdout, Hungary.