North Korea launched a medium-range ballistic missile that flew 1,100 kilometers. Blinken emphasized the importance of cooperation between the United States, South Korea, and Japan amid the political crisis in the region.
The US Secretary of State said that Ukraine's position in the Kursk region is critical for future negotiations. Blinken emphasized the need for security guarantees for Ukraine due to the threat of another Putin attack.
The US President called to remember the attack on the Capitol on January 6, 2021, and to defend democracy. Biden confirmed that he had invited Trump for the traditional peaceful transfer of power on January 20.
The Biden administration plans to impose sanctions on tankers transporting Russian oil at more than $60 per barrel. The measures will also affect those involved in oil trading above the price ceiling.
The Biden administration plans to ban oil and gas drilling on 2. 5 million square kilometers of the US coast. The restrictions will cover the Pacific and Atlantic coasts and the eastern Gulf of Mexico.
The six-day state funeral of the 39th US President Jimmy Carter has begun in Georgia. The ceremony will end on January 9 in Washington, D.C., where Joe Biden will deliver a eulogy, and all living former presidents are expected to attend.
U. S. President Joe Biden has awarded the country's highest civilian honor to 19 prominent individuals. Among the honorees are footballer Messi, politician Hillary Clinton, Vogue editor Anna Wintour, and other prominent figures.
President Zelenskyy announced preparations for a meeting in the Ramstein format this week. The meeting will discuss strengthening Ukraine's air defense with the participation of dozens of partner countries.
The 25th meeting of the Contact Group on Ukraine's Defense will take place on January 9 at Ramstein Air Base in Germany. During the meeting, Ukraine will present its “victory plan” to its partners.
The US President plans to ban the development of oil and gas fields on 625 million acres of coastal territory. The ban will affect the Atlantic and Pacific Oceans and the eastern part of the Gulf of Mexico.
The Pentagon said it would not be able to deliver all the weapons from the $2. 5 billion aid package by January 20. Deliveries will continue even after the current U.S. administration leaves office.
The US State Department informs Congress of plans to sell Israel $8 billion worth of weapons. The deal includes ammunition for fighter jets, helicopters, and artillery shells.
The Biden administration is planning to introduce new rules that will limit China's access to powerful GPUs for AI. The restrictions are aimed at controlling global chip supplies and eliminating regulatory loopholes.
White House Advisor John Kirby announced the upcoming announcement of additional security assistance for Ukraine. The announcement of a new support package is expected in the coming days.
The US State Department has released a declaration of gifts to the Biden family from world leaders. The most expensive was a $20,000 diamond from the Indian prime minister, and a $2.4,000 collage from Zelenskyy.
The US National Security Advisor presented Biden with options for a potential attack on Iran's nuclear facilities. The discussion focused on a possible U.S. response if Iran moves closer to developing nuclear weapons by January 20.
A Tesla Cybertruck explodes in Las Vegas, which could have been caused by fireworks or a bomb. Elon Musk links the incident to the terrorist attack in New Orleans, and Biden ordered an investigation.
The FBI has taken charge of the investigation into the tragedy in New Orleans, where a truck crashed into a crowd of people on New Year's Eve. US President Joe Biden has instructed to provide all necessary resources for the investigation.
In Virginia, more than 150 improvised explosive devices were found in the home of a man who lost fingers to explosives. The suspect stored the bombs in his garage and backpack, as well as unstable explosives in a freezer.
The President of Ukraine expressed confidence that the new American president will be able to stop the aggression of the terrorist country. Zelenskyy emphasized the impossibility of “zeroing out” Russia's crimes and the need for a just peace.
Elon Musk ironically commented on the news of an additional $2. 5 billion in US aid to Ukraine. The billionaire sarcastically supported the comment about Zelenskyy's “biggest money theft”.
The Pentagon has repatriated to Tunisia 59-year-old Ridah Bin Saleh al-Yazidi, who has been held at Guantanamo Bay since its opening. His release is part of Biden's program to reduce the number of prisoners.
Hackers linked to Chinese government agencies gained access to the US Treasury Department's systems in December. BeyondTrust discovered an access key leak that allowed the attackers to penetrate the Treasury's network.
The United States has allocated a new $2. 5 billion military aid package to Ukraine. The package includes ammunition for air defense, HIMARS, air-to-ground missiles, Javelin, AT-4, drones, and other equipment.
The United States has provided Ukraine with $3. 4 billion in direct budget support, subject to reforms. The aid came at a critical time when Russian attacks on civilian infrastructure were intensifying.
Joe Biden believes he could have defeated Donald Trump in the election if he had not dropped out. Democrats have criticized his decision to stay in the race for a long time, which has complicated Harris' campaign.
Bitcoin's price dropped to $93,670, $15,000 below its December record. The cryptocurrency is up 120% year-to-date, but expectations for Fed rates have cooled the market.
U. S. President Joe Biden announced a new security assistance package for Ukraine. The total amount of the new package is nearly $2.5 billion.
The current US President Joe Biden and his predecessor Donald Trump honored the memory of Jimmy Carter. Biden declared a day of mourning, while Trump noted the deceased's contribution to the country's development.
U. S. President Joe Biden has declared January 9, 2025, a National Day of Mourning for former President Jimmy Carter. Flags will be flown at half-staff for 30 days after the death of the 100-year-old Nobel laureate.