U.S. and China Agree to Broaden Talks in Bid to Ease Tensions
During a visit to Beijing, Gina Raimondo, the commerce secretary, said the two sides would meet to discuss export restrictions and intellectual property, among other issues.
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U.S. Commerce Secretary Faces a Wide Range of Issues in China
From tourism to advanced technology, here are the topics that are dominating the secretary’s visit to China this week.
U.S. Says It Will Take Time to Confirm Prigozhin Was Killed in Plane Crash
The Wagner Group has not confirmed its leader’s death, nor has the Russian government.
Nuclear War Could End the World, but What if It’s All in Our Heads?
Some experts want to apply recent neuroscience research to the decision making that could lead to doomsday.
Biden Welcomes Japanese and South Korean Leaders to Camp David Summit
President Biden is hosting the leaders of the two Asian nations to overcome historical grievances and present a united front in the face of an increasingly assertive China.
White House Targets Key Democrats on Potential Saudi-Israel Pact
The White House needs to persuade two historic adversaries to find common ground. But then the administration faces a potentially more daunting challenge: getting 67 senators to go along with it.
For Ukraine, Many Antiwar Activists in the U.S. Make an Exception
Several reasons might explain the differing response, including the fact that no American troops have been committed to the fight.
Biden Seeks $24 Billion More for Ukraine in Test of Bipartisan Support
The aid request is the first by the president since Republicans took over the House, and some party leaders have expressed opposition to spending more to help Ukraine beat back Russian forces.
U.S. Reaches Deal With Iran to Free Americans for Jailed Iranians and Funds
Five American detainees will eventually be allowed to leave Iran in exchange for Tehran gaining access to $6 billion for humanitarian purposes and the United States freeing several jailed Iranians.
Biden to Restrict Investments in China, Citing National Security Threats
The measure to clamp down on investments in certain industries deemed to pose security risks, set to be issued Wednesday, appears likely to open a new front in the U.S.-China economic conflict.