Policy
‘Battle Between Democracy and Autocracy’ Leads Biden’s First State of the Union
President says Putin “will pay” even more for Ukraine invasion–but mentions no other foreign policy priorities.
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The Battle for Ukraine: What We Know So Far
Ukrainians fought back as Russian armor pushed toward cities, U.S. says. And more Americans are deploying to NATO’s eastern front.
Policy
US Politicians Use Russia’s Invasion to Attack Putin—and Biden
While most politicians blamed the Russian leader for the attack, some Republicans criticized the U.S. president for failing to deter it.
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Biden ‘Prepared to Respond’ If Russia Cyberattacks US
The White House also announced sanctions to limit Russia’s access to cutting-edge technologies.
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World Leaders Vow Retribution as Russian Forces Press Deeper into Ukraine
"This is a declaration of war against the whole of Europe,” says Ukrainian president, as NATO, UN members begin to enact responses.
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Russia Launches Heavy Attack Deep into Ukraine; Putin Warns World Not to Interfere
Biden: “The world will hold Russia accountable.”
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An Exiled Russian Dissident Watches Putin Invade Ukraine
“Russia doesn’t need to invade Ukraine for there to be justification for sanctions today,” said a confidante of Alexey Navalny on a low-profile visit to Washington.
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Putin Is Preparing to Take More of Ukraine by Force, Biden Says, Announcing New Sanctions
NATO’s Stoltenberg says Russian forces are flowing into Ukraine breakaway regions.
Ideas
To Stop Iran’s Proxy Terrorists, Stop Iran
The U.S., Israel, Saudi Arabia, and UAE must do more to stop Tehran together.
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Putin Orders Russian Troops to Invade Eastern Ukraine
Declaring two Ukrainian regions “independent,” Putin dispatched “peacekeepers” and warned Ukraine not to fight back. The White House issued immediate sanctions.
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‘What Are You Waiting For?’ Zelenskyy Pleads For Stronger European Response to Russia
The embattled Ukrainian president had harsh words for nearly everybody on Saturday.
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Biden, Putin Commit to Diplomacy; Russia Claims to Start Withdrawal as Cyberattacks Hit Ukraine
President says invasion is still possible, warns Moscow ‘we are prepared to respond’ to cyber attacks on Americans or allies.
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US Orders Most Troops, Diplomats to Leave Ukraine
160 National Guardsmen pulled from Ukraine; skeleton crew left in Kyiv after Biden-Putin phone call produces “no fundamental change."
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Russian Invasion of Ukraine Could Happen ‘At Any Time,’ Warns White House
President orders 3,000 more US troops to Poland; American citizens told to flee “immediate” threat in Ukraine.
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Biden’s Indo-Pac Strategy Will Rely On Partnerships To Counter China
“This is not a China strategy,” a senior administration official said. “This very clearly identifies China as one of the challenges the region faces…but our China strategy is global in scope.”
Policy
Biden Seeking To Split $7B In Afghan Money Between Humanitarian Aid, 9/11 Families
Any transfer of money will need to be approved by the courts because of the pending legal cases brought by families of terrorist victims.
Policy
It Could Be Months Before the Biden Administration Submits Its FY23 Spending Proposal
The fiscal year is one-third over, and the White House is still waiting for Congress to pass a 2022 budget.
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Germany, US Agree To Condemn Russian Violence in Ukraine
Biden shot down speculation that there were cracks in the longtime partnership with Berlin.
Ideas
As Clouds Gather in Eastern Europe, Nuclear Diplomacy is More Important Than Ever
More must be done to keep tensions over Ukraine from deepening nuclear instability.
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