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War in Ukraine
Biden announces new air defenses for Ukraine at NATO summit; Bizarrely, Russia chairs UN meeting on its own deadly Kyiv strike; Politico says Great White North is now a big white elephant within NATO.
Jul. 10
NATO
After renewed Russian missile strikes on Ukraine, the ambassador referenced Kyiv’s request for more Patriot missile systems in April and said a “very positive response” from NATO would arrive soon.
Jul. 9
War in Ukraine
Orbán sends pro-Kremlin letter to EU promising “dramatic losses on the front line”; Biden – if you “don’t think I should run, run against me”; China asks the world to start direct dialogue with Moscow
Jul. 9
NATO
Diplomats are worried less about Biden's physical condition and more about his political standing and re-election chances.
Jul. 7
US
The 81-year-old Democrat kicks off a gruelling week with two campaign rallies in the battleground state of Pennsylvania before hosting the NATO leaders' summit in Washington.
Jul. 7
War in Ukraine
US Democrats increasingly call for alternative to Biden; Ukraine hits Russian gunpowder factory; American jailed for 12 years in Russia on drug charges; At least one killed by shelling in Pokrovsk.
Jul. 5
Biden
Despite concerns raised by Biden's debate performance, where he appeared tired and lost his train of thought, his team and allies continue to defend him and his fitness for office.
Jul. 4
Biden
Bipartisan support is growing in the US Congress to remove all restrictions on the use of long-range weapons by Ukraine against Russian military targets inside Russia.
Jul. 3
War in Ukraine
Trump’s plan likely involves reducing the US role in NATO, barring Ukraine’s entry into the defensive alliance, and pressuring Ukraine to give up land to Russia.
Jul. 3
War in Ukraine
These measures have been in development for several months but gained urgency after President Joe Biden‘s underwhelming performance in a televised debate with Trump.
Jul. 2
US
Biden seeks to reassure supporters and restore confidence in his shaken candidacy for president
Jun. 29
US
Not knowing your Candidates until the Convention is Positively American. It can even be the smart move--Think Eisenhower in 1952 or Kennedy in 1960
Jun. 29
War in Ukraine
Trump's sarcasm targeting the Democratic president was met with laughter and shouts of approval, while Biden's every hesitation and throat-clearing was a moment of triumph for Republican supporters.
Jun. 28
US
Biden had to offer a vision of how a second term would be better. Trump had to argue that it was time for change. Observers seem to highlight Biden’s failure more than Trump’s victory in the debates.
Jun. 28
US
Tempers and tensions were high Thursday as US President Joe Biden faced off against Republican rival Donald Trump in the first debate of the 2024 White House campaign.
Jun. 28
Donbas man detained in Paris on terrorism suspicions; Putin threatens to arm countries that could strike the West, scolds reporters asking about imperialism; Power blackouts resume in 12 regions.
Jun. 6