Antony Blinken

NKorea Missile Launches ‘Provocation’: US, Japan, SKorea

Japan, South Korea, and the United States declared their unity against North Korea after a series of ballistic missile launches by Pyongyang.

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US, Russia Hold Last-Ditch Talks on Ukraine War Fears

Washington and Moscow's top diplomats meet Friday in Geneva in a last-ditch bid for a solution over Ukraine, with the US fearing that Russia will invade.

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Blinken Says N.Korea Launches May Be Seeking Attention

US Secretary of State Antony Blinken said Thursday that North Korea may be seeking attention with its missile launches, which he said were "destabilizing."

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Japan Extends US Military Support Amid China, N.Korea ‘Challenges’

Japan moved ahead with an expansion of support to US troops as the allies held top-level talks over tensions with China and North Korea.

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Japan Seeks Restrictions on US Troops After Virus Surge

Japan urged the US to consider restricting American troop movement in the country after a surge in COVID cases.

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US Warns Mali on Accepting Russia’s Wagner Mercenaries

US Secretary of State Antony Blinken warned Mali's military rulers not to accept Russia's Wagner mercenaries.

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Ukraine Seeks More Western Arms Amid Russia Border Activity

Ukraine said it was seeking more military aid from its Western allies following concerns over Russian troop movements along the Ukrainian border.

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US Slams Russia for ‘Irresponsible’ Space Missile Test

The United States denounced Russia for conducting a "dangerous and irresponsible" missile strike.

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US, Greece Expand Defense Ties Amid Mediterranean Tensions

Greece expanded a defense agreement with the US days after ratifying a separate deal with France in a tacit signal to Turkey following high tensions.

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Taliban Claim Total Control Over Afghanistan

The Taliban claimed total control over Afghanistan, saying they had won the key battle for the Panjshir Valley.

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