As Israel prepares an offensive in Gaza, President Biden and his aides are gauging whether Saudi officials remain interested in opening up diplomatic relations.
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Biden Says Military Assistance Is on Its Way to Israel
Israel has asked for “additional assistance,” according to Secretary of State Antony J. Blinken.
Six Accused of Murdering Ecuadorean Presidential Candidate Are Found Dead
The prison killings have added to the sense that the nation is in thrall to a narco-trafficking industry with ties to the government.
Blinken, Garland and Mayorkas Land in Mexico to Tackle Range of Issues
The secretary of state and other top Biden administration officials met with Mexico’s president and other officials to discuss issues that have divided the two countries.
Blinken to Visit Mexico as Tensions Rise Over Border, Drug Trafficking
The meeting is an opportunity to ease an increasingly tense relationship between two allies, while addressing hot-button issues in the 2024 presidential race in the United States.
Senate Democrat Threatens to Block a Chunk of Military Aid to Egypt
The new chairman of the Senate Foreign Relations Committee could force the Biden administration to reverse its decision to send Egypt $235 million in military assistance.
Biden Officials Focus on African Crises at United Nations Gathering
Secretary of State Antony J. Blinken met on Friday with African leaders in hopes of reversing a coup in Niger, as the U.S. tries to deliver on promises to the growing but troubled continent.
Inside the Deal to Free 5 American Prisoners in Iran
U.S. negotiators say the release of the prisoners is proof that even fierce adversaries can sometimes find their way to an agreement. But the deal almost didn’t happen.
Zelensky Tells U.N. Security Council It’s Useless While Russia Has a Veto
The Ukrainian president joined many world leaders in calling for changes at the Security Council, where five permanent members wield veto power — a high barrier to taking action.
Zelensky to Meet With Biden in Washington Next Week
The Ukrainian leader will go from an appearance at the United Nations General Assembly to the capital to meet with President Biden and members of Congress.