John Kirby

Iran threatens to attack Israel for the assassination of a Hamas leader if ceasefire talks in Gaza fail. The US and allies are trying to convince Iran to ease tensions before the talks.

The Ukrainian Foreign Ministry spokesperson reported a restrained reaction from partners to the Ukrainian Armed Forces' operation in the Kursk region of Russia. Ukrainian forces control about 1,000 square kilometers of territory, and Western partners express understanding of Ukraine's actions.

The OP adviser said that the offensive in Kursk region demonstrates Russia's vulnerability. According to him, there are two ways to end the war: ground operations and long-range strikes deep into Russia.

John Kirby said that Russia is using North Korean missiles against Ukraine. The United States believes that military cooperation between North Korea and Russia is dangerous for Ukraine and the Indo-Pacific region.

The United States is sending military forces to the Middle East because of the threat of an Iranian attack on Israel. Western leaders have expressed support for Israel and called on Iran to back down from its aggressive plans.

White House spokesman John Kirby said that Putin could end the war against Ukraine if he is concerned about the situation in the Kursk region. Kirby emphasized that statements about Western coordination in Kursk are Putin's propaganda.

President Zelenskyy received several reports from Armed Forces Commander-in-Chief Syrskyi on the situation at the front. Zelenskyy noted the actions of the Defense Forces and thanked the units for pushing the war into the aggressor's territory.

More than 76,000 people have been evacuated from the border areas of the Kursk region of the Russian Federation. 4.4 thousand were placed in temporary shelters, the rest - with relatives and friends in other regions.

The White House is in contact with Kyiv regarding the Ukrainian Armed Forces' operations in the Kursk region of Russia. The US emphasizes that Ukraine is not violating restrictions on the use of US weapons for cross-border strikes.

Washington has not changed its policy on strikes against Russia with American weapons. The White House wants an explanation from Ukraine on the situation in the Kursk region.

The White House refused to comment on the arrival of the first F-16s to Ukraine. John Kirby confirmed that the process of transferring the fighters is progressing and they will be ready to fly by the end of the summer.

Israel is planning a tough response to a rocket attack from Lebanon that killed 12 children in the Golan Heights. Diplomats are trying to prevent an escalation between Israel and Hezbollah.

The United States is providing Ukraine with a new security assistance package worth up to $200 million. The aid will include air defense equipment, HIMARS artillery ammunition, mortar shells, and Javelin anti-tank missiles.

The coordinator of the US National Security Council said that Iran was financing some of the protests in the country. He emphasized that most of the actions are peaceful and reflect the real concerns of citizens.

According to President Volodymyr Zelenskyy, Ukraine does not receive enough aid to win the war with Russia, but only to hold out.

The White House has dismissed concerns about President Biden's health, saying he does not have Parkinson's disease and regular checkups have not revealed any abnormalities in his nervous system.

The United States has not lifted restrictions on the use of U. S. weapons to strike deep into Russian territory, and this decision remains in effect.

The White House rejects a plan by Trump's advisers to end the war in Ukraine by forcing Kyiv to negotiate with Russia, saying that any decision to negotiate must be approved by Ukraine and that the United States will not force Ukraine to give up territory.

The United States and Saudi Arabia are close to finalizing a bilateral defense agreement that provides for American guarantees of defense for Saudi Arabia, Saudi access to advanced American weapons such as F-35 aircraft in exchange for a halt to Chinese arms purchases, and the exchange of new technologies, including artificial intelligence.

Michael Carpenter, Senior Director for European Affairs at the U. S. National Security Council, arrived in Kyiv to reaffirm the United States' unwavering support for Ukraine in its fight against Russia's illegal aggression.

The Biden administration is confident that Ukraine will withstand Russia's intensified attacks on the front line, and the United States will provide the necessary equipment, weapons, and assistance.

Israel shelled the Rafah area of Gaza, killing a senior commander of the Islamic terrorist group al-Mujahideen Brigades and several civilians.

The White House emphasizes that if russia is concerned about possible Western weapons strikes on its army, the easiest option is to withdraw its troops from Ukraine.

Ukraine has strengthened its defensive positions on the battlefield thanks to U. S. military assistance.

russia may block a U. S. resolution at the United Nations calling on countries to abandon the arms race in space and reaffirm their commitment to comply with the Outer Space Treaty, which prohibits the placement of nuclear weapons into orbit.

House Republicans are planning to consider aid to Ukraine, Israel, and Taiwan separately, rather than in one bill, which could potentially delay the process of providing aid to these countries.

The Biden Administration is willing to consider four separate bills proposed by the Speaker of the House to fund national security needs, including assistance to Ukraine, Israel, Taiwan, and other priorities, but insists that Ukraine and Israel receive the necessary security assistance as soon as possible.

The United States will not shoot down Russian drones over Ukraine, but will instead provide weapons and air defense equipment to the Ukrainian military.

According to the Pentagon spokesperson, Ukraine urgently needs air defense equipment, and he emphasized the need for the US Congress to approve additional funding to support the Ukrainian Armed Forces.

Biden called on Egyptian and Qatari leaders to put pressure on Hamas to reach an agreement with Israel on a hostage exchange and a temporary ceasefire in Gaza.