Tag: Antony Blinken

Palestinians walk among the rubble of houses destroyed in previous Israeli strikes, amid ceasefire negotiations with Israel, in Gaza City.
TOP STORIES

Israel delays approval of a ceasefire in Gaza, while the United States indicates that an agreement is progressing

Israel has postponed the approval of a ceasefire agreement with the Palestinian militant group Hamas, which includes the release of hostages in the Gaza Strip. However, the United States has indicated that it still anticipates the agreement will take effect on Sunday as originally scheduled. In Gaza, Israeli airstrikes continued to be intense, with Palestinian authorities reporting that at least 86 individuals lost their lives … Continue reading Israel delays approval of a ceasefire in Gaza, while the United States indicates that an agreement is progressing

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Blinken provides the most comprehensive overview to date of the plans for post-war Gaza

Secretary of State Antony Blinken provided a comprehensive overview of his anticipated plans for post-war Gaza on Tuesday, emphasizing the necessity of preventing a power vacuum in the devastated region. In a speech at the Atlantic Council, Blinken outlined the “core elements” of his strategy just days before concluding his tenure as the top US diplomat. He indicated that these plans would be passed on … Continue reading Blinken provides the most comprehensive overview to date of the plans for post-war Gaza

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Buildings lie in ruin in North Gaza, amid the ongoing conflict between Israel and Hamas, as seen from Israel.
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Gaza ceasefire and hostage release agreement deal close after ‘breakthrough’ in Doha

Negotiators are set to convene in Doha on Tuesday to finalize the details of a plan aimed at ending the conflict in Gaza, following U.S. President Joe Biden’s announcement that a ceasefire and hostage release agreement he has advocated is nearing completion. Mediators provided Israel and Hamas with a final draft of the agreement on Monday, according to an official familiar with the discussions, after … Continue reading Gaza ceasefire and hostage release agreement deal close after ‘breakthrough’ in Doha

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DIPLOMACY

Blinken describes Trump’s proposal to acquire Greenland as an unfavorable notion

U.S. Secretary of State Antony Blinken on Wednesday rejected President-elect Donald Trump‘s proposal to acquire Greenland, labeling it as “obviously not a good” idea and asserting that it would not materialize. Trump had reiterated his interest in the autonomous territory of Denmark on Tuesday, suggesting that the U.S. might need to consider force to gain control over the expansive Arctic island, citing national security concerns. … Continue reading Blinken describes Trump’s proposal to acquire Greenland as an unfavorable notion

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Investigators work in the courtyard of a damaged multi-story residential building following an alleged Ukrainian drone attack in the course of Russia-Ukraine conflict, in Ramenskoye in the Moscow region, Russia
DISPUTES

Ukraine reports that its forces are undertaking ‘new offensive operations’ in the Kursk region of Russia

On Tuesday, Ukraine announced that its military was “initiating new offensive actions” in the western Kursk region of Russia, marking its first significant comments following reports of a renewed Ukrainian advance in the area two days prior. Ukraine initially captured a portion of the Kursk region during a surprise operation last August and has maintained control over that territory for five months, despite some losses. … Continue reading Ukraine reports that its forces are undertaking ‘new offensive operations’ in the Kursk region of Russia

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Deputy head of Sudan's sovereign council General Mohamed Hamdan Dagalo speaks during a press conference at Rapid Support Forces head quarter in Khartoum, Sudan.
DISPUTES

U.S. has determined that Sudan’s Rapid Support Forces committed genocide and imposed sanctions on their leader

The United States announced on Tuesday that it has determined that members of Sudan‘s Rapid Support Forces (RSF) and their allied militias have committed acts of genocide in Sudan. In response, the U.S. imposed sanctions on the leader of the RSF due to a conflict that has resulted in the deaths of tens of thousands and displaced millions from their homes. U.S. Secretary of State … Continue reading U.S. has determined that Sudan’s Rapid Support Forces committed genocide and imposed sanctions on their leader

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Buildings lie in ruin in Beit Hanoun in the Gaza Strip, amid the ongoing conflict between Israel and Hamas, as seen from southern Israel.
DIPLOMACY

Blinken urges efforts to finalize a truce agreement for Gaza

U.S. Secretary of State Antony Blinken urged on Monday for a final effort to secure a ceasefire in Gaza before President Joe Biden’s term concludes. This call came after a Hamas representative informed Reuters that the group had identified 34 hostages to be released first under a potential truce. “We are eager to finalize this within the next two weeks, which is the time we … Continue reading Blinken urges efforts to finalize a truce agreement for Gaza

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DIPLOMACY

Blinken conveys assurance in the democratic procedures of South Korea

South Korean authorities have requested an extension of the arrest warrant for impeached President Yoon Suk Yeol, coinciding with U.S. Secretary of State Antony Blinken‘s visit, during which he expressed confidence in South Korea‘s management of the ongoing political crisis. Investigators looking into Yoon’s martial law declaration from December 3 were unable to execute the arrest warrant on Friday, as security personnel formed a barrier … Continue reading Blinken conveys assurance in the democratic procedures of South Korea

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DEFENCE

North Korea launches a ballistic missile during Blinken’s visit to Seoul

North Korea launched a ballistic missile into the sea off its eastern coast on Monday, coinciding with U.S. Secretary of State Antony Blinken‘s visit to Seoul amid ongoing political instability in South Korea. The South Korean military confirmed the missile launch, while Japan’s coast guard reported that a projectile, believed to be from North Korea, had landed in the ocean. Earlier that day, Blinken met … Continue reading North Korea launches a ballistic missile during Blinken’s visit to Seoul

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DIPLOMACY

U.S. has avoided direct confrontation with Russia due to nuclear threats, says Blinken

The United States successfully addressed the potential threat of nuclear weapon use by Russia without engaging in direct conflict, as stated by US Secretary of State Antony Blinken during an interview with The New York Times. In his discussion with reporters, Blinken addressed inquiries regarding the proximity of the US to direct confrontation with Russia during its extensive invasion of Ukraine in 2022. “There have … Continue reading U.S. has avoided direct confrontation with Russia due to nuclear threats, says Blinken

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