Foreign Policy - Page 976

December 17, 2021

Biden admin's Iran nuclear talks 'not going well,' national security adviser says

National Security Advisor Jake Sullivan took an ominous tone Friday when speaking about efforts to bring Iran back in line with a 2015 nuclear agreement saying, "It's not going well."

December 17, 2021

China Olympic sponsors must hold Beijing accountable

Those sponsoring the Games have an obligation to shine a light on China's continued human rights abuses, and to use their millions of dollars in advertising and promotion for good. 

December 16, 2021

Nigerian bishop criticizes Blinken's decision to delist nation, says persecution more intense 'than ever'

Nigerian Catholic Bishop Stephen Dami Mamza is demanding answers from Secretary of State Blinken, saying persecution in the African nation is 'more intense now than ever.'

December 16, 2021

Rep. Michael Waltz warns Biden's 'perceived weakness' with Russia could lead to Ukrainian invasion

Rep. Michael Waltz, R-Fla., warned President Biden's "indecision" on tension between Russia and Ukraine could result in the 'largest land invasion in Europe since World War II.'

December 15, 2021

Russia, China champion strengthening ties during virtual summit

Russia President Vladimir Putin championed the close ties between Russia and China during a virtual summit with Chinese President Xi Jinping Wednesday. 

December 15, 2021

Blinken cuts trip short after COVID scare

Secretary of State Antony Blinken cut a weeklong trip short Wednesday following news that a member of the traveling press pool had tested positive for COVID-19.

December 14, 2021

Psaki grilled on American citizens still left in Afghanistan

The White House reiterated its promise to assist any Americans to escape Afghanistan if they have not yet left the country.

December 14, 2021

Biden admin, House GOP scrutinize Ilhan Omar's Islamophobia bill

Ilhan Omar's bill to combat Islamophobia has pushback from President Biden's administration and House Republicans.

December 14, 2021

Chinese Embassy in France releases anti-American song: US is 'human rights cop'

China is whispering to U.S. allies behind the America's back – in the form of a poorly produced music video.

December 14, 2021

GOP senators urge State Department to put Nigeria back on religious freedom 'concern' list

Seven Republican senators are demanding answers and asking the State Department to redesignate Nigeria as a Country of Particular Concern for religious freedom.