Joe Biden

Republican leaders call for US boycott of 2022 Winter Olympics in China

2:54 pm February 27, 2021

Washington: Accusing China of ”horrific” human rights abuses, some top Republican leaders, including Indian-American politician Nikki Haley, have demanded that the US boycott the 2022 Winter Olympics in Beijing and called on the International Olympic Committee to select a new site for the event. Beijing is scheduled to host the Winter Olympics from February 4 […]

Explosion strikes Israeli-owned ship in Mideast amid tension

9:50 am February 27, 2021

Dubai: An explosion struck an Israeli-owned cargo ship sailing out of the Middle East on Friday, an unexplained blast renewing concerns about ship security in the region amid escalating tensions between the US and Iran. The crew and vessel were safe, according to the United Kingdom Maritime Trade Operations, which is run by the British navy. The explosion in […]

With virus surge, US to keep travel restrictions for now

Biden surveys Texas weather damage, encourages virus shots

9:04 am February 27, 2021

Houston: President Joe Biden heard firsthand from Texans clobbered by this month’s brutal winter weather on Friday and pledged to stick with them “for the long haul” as he made his first trip to a major disaster area since he took office. Biden was briefed by emergency officials and thanked workers for doing “God’s work.” He promised the federal […]

Biden: Strikes in Syria sent warning to Iran to ‘be careful’

8:58 am February 27, 2021

Washington: President Joe Biden said Friday that Iran should view his decision to authorize US airstrikes in Syria as a warning that it can expect consequences for its support of militia groups that threaten US interests or personnel. “You can’t act with impunity. Be careful,” Biden said when a reporter asked what message he had intended to send with the airstrikes, which the Pentagon said […]

US, UN & EU welcome India, Pakistan ceasefire agreement

11:49 pm February 26, 2021

United Nations: The US, the UN and the EU have welcomed the announcement by the militaries of India and Pakistan to strictly observe all agreements on ceasefire along the Line of Control (LoC) in Jammu and Kashmir and other sectors, and hoped that it would lead to greater peace and stability in South Asia. In a significant move to ease tension, India and Pakistan on Thursday said they have […]