Tag: US Secretary of State Antony Blinken

Blinken meets Iraqi PM in Baghdad to discuss Syria’s future, threat of ‘Islamic State’

Blinken's visit to Baghdad was the final stop on his Middle East tour, following the toppling of President Bashar al-Assad's government in Syria.

December 14, 2024

US “welcomes” South Korean President Yoon’s decision to lift martial law

Antony Blinken, emphasised the importance of resolving political disagreements peacefully and in accordance with the rule of law.

December 4, 2024

“US regularly raises in conversations with Indian counterparts”: State Department spokesperson Miller

Miller also addressed a question regarding global mistrust after the election of Donald Trump.

December 3, 2024

Blinken quotes Rabindranath Tagore at Diwali reception, hails South Asian contributions

Blinken emphasised the significance of South Asian culture in the United States.

November 2, 2024

US has long endorsed permanent UNSC seats for India, Germany, Japan: Antony Blinken

"The United States supports starting negotiations on Council reforms immediately," he added.

September 24, 2024

US accuses Russian state media of ‘covert influence activities’, hits it with new sanctions

Blinken alleged that the leaders of RT oversaw an online crowdfunding project to provide military gear to Russian forces fighting in Ukraine, in addition to their covert influence operations.

September 14, 2024

Antony Blinken says Israel accepted bridging proposal for Gaza ceasefire talks, urges Hamas to do same

The top US diplomat said they are also working to establish "clear understandings on how the different parties are going to fulfill their commitments," according to CNN.

August 20, 2024

US State Secy speaks with G7 Foreign Ministers, discusses urgent need for de-escalation in Middle East

The development comes as tensions continue to rise every minute between Israel and Iran, also Lebanon after the killing of Hamas chief Ismail Haniyeh in Tehran last week.

August 5, 2024

US announces security assistance worth USD 275 million for Ukraine

Blinken said that the new security assistance of Ukraine is part of the US efforts to help Kyiv repel Moscow's assault near Kharkiv.

May 25, 2024

US State Secy Blinken makes surprise Ukraine visit, to meet Volodymyr Zelenskyy

Secretary Blinken shared details of his arrival in Kyiv on X saying, "I returned to Kyiv today to demonstrate our unwavering support for Ukraine as they defend their freedom against Russian aggression."

May 14, 2024