Antony Blinken

Final Chance for Truce? Blinken’s 24-Hour Visit to Israel Highlights Urgency in Gaza Negotiations

20 Aug 2024

US Secretary of State Antony Blinken’s visit to Israel has highlighted the urgency of the current ceasefire negotiations in the ongoing Gaza conflict, which has lasted for 10 months. This trip, marking Blinken’s ninth visit since the war began, was characterized as possibly the final chance to broker a meaningful...

Blinken’s Urgent Visit to Israel Aims for Ceasefire in Escalating Conflict with Hamas

19 Aug 2024

The conflict between Israel and Hamas continues to escalate, with diplomatic efforts intensifying as U.S. Secretary of State Antony Blinken arrived in Israel on Sunday for urgent talks aimed at securing a ceasefire. This visit marks Blinken's 10th trip to the region since the outbreak of the conflict on October...

Antony Blinken Wishes India On 78th Independence Day, Praises Bilateral Ties

15 Aug 2024

On Thursday, U.S. Secretary of State Antony Blinken praised the strong relations between the two nations and extended his congratulations to India on its 78th Independence Day. Blinken noted that the US celebrates India's "rich and diverse history" on this significant occasion, observed annually on August 15. "On behalf of...

$125 Million Military Assistance For Ukraine, US Announces

10 Aug 2024

United States has unveiled a new $125 million military aid package for Ukraine, coinciding with a surprise Ukrainian offensive inside Russian territory. The announcement, made on August 9, underscores the US’s enduring support for Ukraine amid its ongoing conflict with Russia. Details of the Aid Package The latest aid...

Hezbollah Leader Declares ‘New Phase’ In War with Israel After Recent Killings

02 Aug 2024

Hezbollah’s leader Hassan Nasrallah announced Thursday that the conflict with Israel has entered a “new phase” after the recent deaths of key figures. This follows the killing of Hezbollah commander Fouad Shukur by an Israeli airstrike in Beirut and the assassination of Hamas leader Ismail Haniyeh in Tehran, both sparking...

Gaza Ceasefire? US Secretary Talks with Israel PM Netanyahu

01 May 2024

US Secretary of State Antony Blinken engaged in discussions with Israeli leaders, including Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, during his visit to Jerusalem on Wednesday. The meetings, reported by The Times of Israel, focused on pressing issues such as the Gaza ceasefire and humanitarian assistance amid ongoing tensions in the region....

US State Secy Blinken to visit Saudi Arabia on April 29

28 Apr 2024

US Secretary of State Antony Blinken is scheduled to begin his visit to Saudi Arabia on April 29 to engage with regional allies. According to a statement from the US State Department, Blinken's two-day trip will focus on ongoing efforts to secure a ceasefire in Gaza, ensuring the release of...

Taiwan reports renewed Chinese military activity after Blinken leaves Beijing

27 Apr 2024

Taiwan reported renewed Chinese military activity near the island on Saturday, as 12 aircraft crossed the sensitive median line of the Taiwan Strait. This occurred a day after US Secretary of State concluded a visit to China. The United States is Taiwan's key international supporter and arms supplier, despite the...

Antony Blinken Holds Talks with Xi Jinping in Bid to Ease US-China Strain

26 Apr 2024

Antony Blinken, the Secretary of State of the United States, held talks with China's President Xi Jinping on Friday in an effort to improve the strained relationship between the two nations, as reported by the New York Times. This comes amid disagreements spanning the economy, national security, and geopolitical tensions....

US Secretary Antony Blinken to meet Palestinian Authority President amid Israel-Hamas war

05 Nov 2023

US Secretary of State Antony Blinken will meet Palestinian Authority President Mahmoud Abbas on Sunday in Ramallah amid the Israel-Hamas conflict, according to The Times of Israel. According to a Palestinian official cited by The Times of Israel, it would be the first visit to the West Bank by any...

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