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October 25, 2024

US reinforces Central Command with fresh supply of F-16s in 'ironclad' commitment to defend Israel

The U.S. sent more F-16s to the Middle East to bolster its ability to defend Israel as part of its "ironclad" commitment as the region remains weary of an all-out war between Israel and Iran.

October 22, 2024

Blinken arrives in Israel as Biden-Harris admin faces scrutiny over compromising Jerusalem’s security

U.S. Secretary of State Antony Blinken arrived for talks with Israel on his 11th trip there since October 2023. The Jewish state is fighting a seven-front war against Iran-backed proxies.

October 18, 2024

On this day in history, October 18, 1867, United States purchases Alaska from Russia for cool $7.2 million

The United States formally secured the acquisition of the vast Alaska territory from Russia on Oct. 18, 1867. The data is celebrated as Alaska Day and is a statewide holiday today.

October 16, 2024

US to provide Ukraine with another $425M worth of supplies to help defend itself against Russia

The U.S. announced it would be sending a $425 million aid package to Ukraine that includes surface-to-air missiles and more to defend itself against Russia.

October 15, 2024

Biden-Harris admin warns Israel over Gaza humanitarian aid, leaked letter reveals

The U.S. warned Israel that it needs to quickly improve the humanitarian situation in Gaza or be at risk of violating U.S. law and possibly jeopardizing crucial security aid to the country.

September 21, 2024

US launches online passport renewals, offering bypass of paper mail-in application

The U.S. Department of State announced this week that passport holders can update their travel documents via an online portal, skipping the cumbersome paper application required until now.

September 20, 2024

After repeated promises from Biden administration that a cease-fire is close, war in Middle East is escalating

After months of public optimism about the prospects of a cease-fire, Biden administration officials have soured on the prospects of an end to the war between Israel and Hamas.

September 19, 2024

Iran envoy Malley may have been on 'classified White House call' after clearance suspended, watchdog finds

Iran envoy Robert Malley may have taken part in a “classified conference call" with the White House after his security clearance was suspended, according to a report

September 10, 2024

Blinken confirms Iran supplying Russia with short-range ballistic missiles

Secretary of State Antony Blinken confirmed that Iran has supplied Russia with short-range ballistic missiles for its war in Ukraine and vowed the U.S. and its European allies will respond with sanctions.

September 3, 2024

House committee subpoenas Blinken over deadly Afghanistan withdrawal

House lawmakers subpoenaed Secretary of State Antony Blinken to testify about the Biden administration's 2021 withdrawal from Afghanistan.