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U.S. intelligence reveals Russia’s escalating interference in election favoring Trump
As Election Day approaches, U.S. intelligence officials revealed on September 6, 2024 that Russia is significantly ramping up its election interference activities, specifically targeting efforts to help former President Donald Trump defeat Vice President Kamala Harris. The Kremlin is employing more sophisticated tactics, including using both unwitting and “witting” Americans,…
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Venezuelan government ends Brazil’s role in representing Argentine interests
The Venezuelan government, led by President Nicolás Maduro, has abruptly terminated Brazil’s authority to manage Argentine interests in Venezuela, affecting the stewardship of Argentina’s embassy in Caracas. This decision, announced on September 7, 2024, halts Brazil’s role in protecting the embassy, which currently shelters six Venezuelan opposition members seeking asylum.…
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CIA Chief warns of “dramatic escalation” if Iran supplies ballistic missiles to Russia
Central Intelligence Agency Director William Burns warned that Iran providing ballistic missiles to Russia would represent a “dramatic escalation” in their military cooperation, potentially worsening the conflict in Ukraine. Speaking alongside Richard Moore, the head of MI6, at a Financial Times event in London on September 7, 2024, Burns highlighted…
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Chinese official urges U.S. to see its population as an asset during trade talks
During trade discussions on September 8, 2024, senior Chinese official Wang Shouwen emphasized that China’s substantial population should be seen as an opportunity rather than a threat to the United States. Wang, the vice-minister of commerce, shared this perspective with Marisa Lago, the U.S. Under Secretary of Commerce for International…
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UN calls for investigation into death of American activist in West Bank
The United Nations has demanded a “full investigation” into the death of Aysenur Eygi, a 26-year-old American volunteer who was killed by Israeli forces in the occupied West Bank on September 6, 2024. Eygi, a member of the International Solidarity Movement and a recent University of Washington graduate, was participating…
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U.S. reinforces support for Ukraine during Deputy Secretary of State Richard Verma’s Kyiv visit
Deputy Secretary of State for Management and Resources Richard R. Verma met, on September 6, 2024, with key Ukrainian officials in Kyiv, reaffirming the United States’ commitment to Ukraine’s economic recovery and resilience amid ongoing challenges. In meetings with Prime Minister Denys Shmyhal, Minister of Finance Serhii Marchenko, and other…
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U.S. announces $250 million military aid package for Ukraine
The United States has unveiled a new package of significant military aid for Ukraine to support its defense against Russia’s ongoing attacks. This latest assistance of $250 million, drawn from Department of Defense stocks, includes air defense missiles, munitions for rocket systems and artillery, anti-tank weapons, Bradley Infantry Fighting Vehicles,…
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Iran sends short-range ballistic missiles to Russia, reports Wall Street Journal
The Wall Street Journal, on September 6, 2024, reported that Iran has sent short-range ballistic missiles to Russia, based on information from unnamed U.S. and European officials. The specific type and quantity of the missiles were not disclosed. Earlier in August, Reuters had reported that Russia might receive hundreds of…
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Iran rebukes Russia’s support for Zangezur Corridor amid rising tensions in South Caucasus
Iran, on September 5, 2024, criticized Russia’s support for the Zangezur Corridor project in the South Caucasus, which aims to provide Azerbaijan with direct access to its Nakhchivan exclave by bypassing Armenia. Iran’s Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi declared that any threats to regional territorial integrity or boundary changes are unacceptable…
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