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Israel had a major intelligence failure: Gen. David Perkins

October 9, 2023

Israel had a major intelligence failure: Gen. David Perkins

Retired U.S. Army four-star Gen. David Perkins discusses how Israel can re-establish control of Gaza Strip border areas on 'FOX & Friends.'

11 Americans killed in Hamas' strikes on Israel: State Department

October 9, 2023

11 Americans killed in Hamas' strikes on Israel: State Department

The State Department says the recent strikes by Hamas on Israel have now claimed the lives of at least 11 Americans in the Middle Eastern country.

Scott says US must stand ‘shoulder-to-shoulder’ with Israel after Hamas terror attack: ‘Never back down’

October 8, 2023

Scott says US must stand ‘shoulder-to-shoulder’ with Israel after Hamas terror attack: ‘Never back down’

Sen. Tim Scott, R-S.C., said the U.S. must stand "shoulder-to-shoulder" with Israel after the deadly terror attack that has killed hundreds of Israelis on Saturday.

Republicans blast Biden for releasing $6 billion in frozen Iran funds ahead of Hamas attack on Israel

October 7, 2023

Republicans blast Biden for releasing $6 billion in frozen Iran funds ahead of Hamas attack on Israel

Republicans are tying a move by the Biden administration to release $6 billion in frozen Iranian funds to a massive terror attack on Israel by Iran-backed and funded Hamas terrorists.

Blinken, other top officials to discuss fentanyl, trafficking, immigration with Mexican counterparts

October 4, 2023

Blinken, other top officials to discuss fentanyl, trafficking, immigration with Mexican counterparts

Secretary of State Antony Blinken and other top Biden officials met Wednesday with their Mexican counterparts to discuss key security issues affecting both sides of the Southern border.

Biden administration concerned over corruption in Ukraine but still supports aid to combat Russia, memo states

October 2, 2023

Biden administration concerned over corruption in Ukraine but still supports aid to combat Russia, memo states

The Biden administration is prioritizing anti-corruption reforms in Ukraine while emphasizing continued aid and military support amid ongoing conflict with Russia.

China escapes unscathed following world leaders UN summit: 'Exhaustion has set in'

October 1, 2023

China escapes unscathed following world leaders UN summit: 'Exhaustion has set in'

Critics allege that China's hypocrisy goes unchecked because of the hunger for the Chinese market and its value to the global economy, even as it commits alleged human rights abuses.

Lawmaker demands answers after Biden official implicated in Iranian influence scheme: 'Unbelievable!'

September 28, 2023

Lawmaker demands answers after Biden official implicated in Iranian influence scheme: 'Unbelievable!'

A Biden nominee was confronted by Republican Iowa Sen. Joni Ernst over another official maintaining a security clearance after being implicated in an Iranian influence operation.

US officials make multiple visits to China despite continued spying accusations against Beijing

September 26, 2023

US officials make multiple visits to China despite continued spying accusations against Beijing

Multiple high-level U.S. officials have visited China over the summer despite increased tensions over Chinese spying activities in the United States in recent months.

Hungarian foreign minister slams 'lecturing' Biden admin, hopes for return to Trump-era

September 23, 2023

Hungarian foreign minister slams 'lecturing' Biden admin, hopes for return to Trump-era

Hungarian Foreign Minister Peter Szijjarto says that Hungary is hoping that its relationship with the U.S. will improve to the "mutual respect" that was seen under President Trump.