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August 2, 2022

Brittney Griner's defense team challenges prosecution's narcotics expert

WNBA star Brittney Griner appeared in a Russian court on Tuesday for her drug-smuggling case as the Biden administration continues its efforts to secure her release.

August 2, 2022

Wild's Kirill Kaprizov leaves Russia, returns to US: report

Wild's Kirill Kaprizov is set to return to Minnesota on Tuesday after being denied entry amid reports that he allegedly tried to purchase a fake military ID in his native Russia.

August 2, 2022

United States includes Putin's rumored girlfriend in latest round of sanctions

Russian President Vladimir Putin's reported girlfriend, Alina Maratovna Kabaeva, was included in the latest round of sanctions announced Tuesday by the US.

August 2, 2022

Sen. Graham: Taiwan would be 'nightmare' for China if they invaded

Sen. Lindsey Graham, R-S.C., says that invading Taiwan would be a challenge for China as House Speaker Nancy Pelosi visits the island despite threats.

August 2, 2022

Pelosi Taiwan visit: Speaker calls out Chinese Communist Party amid heightened tensions

Speaker of the House Nancy Pelosi sent a clear message to the Chinese Communist Party amid increasingly strained relations with Beijing following her arrival in Taiwan.

August 2, 2022

Russian official sets sights on Georgia occupation after 'liberation of Kyiv' in allegedly hacked post

Top Russian security official Dmitry Medvedev calls for the occupation of Georgia following the 'liberation of Kyiv' in allegedly 'hacked' post.

August 2, 2022

Putin spokesman accuses US of 'provoking' China amid expected Pelosi trip to Taiwan

Spokesman to Russian President Vladimir Putin, Dmitry Peskov, accused the U.S. of 'provoking' China amid speculation that Speaker of the House Nancy Pelosi could visit Taiwan.

August 2, 2022

Iran gains foothold in South America as Biden admin pursues nuclear deal

Iran has gained a foothold in South America, undermining U.S. interests in the region as the Biden administration attempts to rekindle the Obama-era nuclear deal.

August 1, 2022

US sending $550 million in military aid to Ukraine, including HIMARS ammunition

The United States is sending another $550 in military aid, including ammunition for High Mobility Artillery Rocket Systems, to Ukraine, officials announced.

August 1, 2022

US can't provide any 'incentives' for China to invade Taiwan, Gen. Keane warns

Gen. Jack Keane discusses the importance of Nancy Pelosi's presence in Taiwan amid China's growing aggression in the region on "America's Newsroom."