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Blinken, German Chancellor discuss Ukraine crisis, China challenges

US Secretary of State Antony Blinken met German Chancellor Olaf Scholz on Thursday and discussed the Ukraine crisis and the challenges posed by China."The Chancellor and the Secretary reiterated our steadfast support for Ukraine's sovereignty and territorial integrity and joint commitment to impose massive consequences and severe costs should Russia escalate its aggression against Ukraine," US State Department spokesperson Ned Price said in a readout."They also discussed the challenges posed by the People's Republic of China and our shared determination to uphold universal values," he added.The two officials also addressed the need to reach an agreement on a mutual return to the Iran nuclear agreement, formally known as the Joint Comprehensive Plan of Action, Price added.The US and its allies have accused Russia of preparing to invade Ukraine, Russian news agency Sputnik reported.However, Russia has repeatedly denied the Western allegations and emphasized it is does not intend to ...

Ukrainian Prez Zelensky, Antony Blinken discuss security situation

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky and visiting US Secretary of State Antony Blinken discussed the security situation in and around Kiev during their meeting here

Ukrainian president, Blinken discuss security situation around Ukraine

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky and US Secretary of State Antony Blinken met on Wednesday to discuss the security situation around Ukraine

Antony Blinken urges unity to fight ''relentless'' Russian aggression

U.S. Secretary of State Antony Blinken urged western nations Wednesday to remain united in the face of what he called relentless Russian aggression against Ukraine

Antony Blinken to meet Russian counterpart as US-Russia tensions soar

US Secretary of State Antony Blinken will meet with his Russian counterpart in Switzerland this week as tensions between the US and Russia escalate over a possible Russian invasion of Ukraine

US's Blinken to meet with his Russian counterpart as Ukraine tensions soar

Secretary of State Antony Blinken will meet with his Russian counterpart in Switzerland this week as tensions between the US and Russia escalate over a possible Russian invasion of Ukraine

Antony Blinken to visit Ukraine as tensions between US-Russia escalate

Secretary of State Antony Blinken will visit Ukraine this week and meet with President Volodymyr Zelenskyy as tensions between the US and Russia escalate over a possible Russian invasion

Pacific most likely to see 'strategic surprise': US official on China role

Construction on the tiny island of Kanton would offer China a foothold deep in territory that had been firmly aligned to the US.

US, Japan hail stronger partnership, including 2 new defence deals

Seeking to deepen their defence cooperation, the United States and Japan will soon sign a new five-year agreement on sharing the cost of the American military presence in Japan, Antony Blinken said

Blinken, Israeli foreign minister discuss Russia, Iran issues: State Dept

During a call with the Israeli Foreign Minister, Blinken reiterated the Administration's ironclad commitment to Israel's security.

Blinken discusses Russia-Ukraine tensions with Emirati, Saudi counterparts

US Secretary of State Antony Blinken discussed the buildup of Russian military near the border with Ukraine in a call with the UAE Foreign Affairs Minister Sheikh Abdullah bin Zayed Al Nahyan

US, Bucharest 9 group in solidarity with Lithuania against China aggression

Antony Blinken and the representatives of the Bucharest Nine group highlighted their solidarity with Lithuania amid escalating political pressure and economic coercion by China.

Blinken, French, German, UK counterparts reaffirm support for Ukraine: US

Antony Blinken discussed with his French, German and UK counterparts coordination on Russia regarding the tensions with Ukraine, State Department spokesperson Ned Price said in a press release.

Blinken, NATO chief discuss readiness for talks over Russia-Ukraine crisis

US Secretary of State Antony Blinken discussed with NATO Secretary-General Jens Stoltenberg concerns over Russia's military activity near Ukraine

US calls on China to end genocide, crimes in Xinjiang province: Blinken

The US called on China to immediately end genocide and crimes against Muslim Uyghurs and other minority groups in Xinjiang province.This comes after US President Joe Biden on Thursday signed the "Uyghur Forced Labor Prevention Act" that bans importing of goods into the US made with forced labor in Xinjiang."President Biden today signed the Uyghur Forced Labor Prevention Act, underscoring the United States' commitment to combatting forced labor, including in the context of the ongoing genocide in Xinjiang," US Secretary of State Antony Blinken, said in a statement.The statement said that the State Department is committed to working with Congress and our interagency partners to continue addressing forced labor in Xinjiang and to strengthen international action against this egregious violation of human rights.This new law gives the U.S. government new tools to prevent goods made with forced labor in Xinjiang from entering U.S. markets and to further promote accountability for persons and

Antony Blinken speaks to Lithuanian Prime Minister amid China's tension

Blinken on Tuesday (local time) spoke with Lithuanian Prime Minister Ingrida Simonyte and reaffirmed the importance of robust defense and economic relations between the counties.

Russia to face 'massive consequences' if it moved against Ukraine: Blinken

United States Secretary of State Antony Blinken on Tuesday (local time) said there will be "massive consequences" for Russia if it engages in further acts of aggression against Ukraine.

Terror groups targeting India continue to operate from Pak: US report

Terrorist groups targeting India continued to operate from Pakistan and Islamabad did not take action against other known terrorists, according to a latest report on terrorism by the US State Dept.

Covid case in Antony Blinken press curtails his Southeast Asia tour

A positive COVID-19 test among US Secretary of State Antony Blinken's travelling party has cut short the top diplomat's first official tour of Southeast Asia.

Blinken says US ready to move forward with sale of F-35s, drones to UAE

A UAE official on Tuesday told Reuters that it had informed the US that it would suspend discussions to acquire F-35 fighter jets, part of a $23 bn deal that includes drones, other advanced munitions