US Loosens Aid Restrictions for Afghanistan But Funds Remain Frozen
Pressure is mounting for Biden to release $9 billion in Afghan reserves as millions in the country face starvation
Israeli President: Deal or No Deal, Iran’s Nuclear Program Must Be ‘Neutralized’
Israel wants the US to abandon JCPOA negotiations
Report: Jake Sullivan Reassures Israel US Willing to Take Harder Line on Iran
Sullivan met with Bennett and other Israeli officials in Jerusalem
‘Let Us Eat’: Protesters in Kabul Call on US to Release Frozen Afghan Funds
The US is withholding the billions in Afghan reserves despite warnings that millions could starve
Saudi Attacks Halt Aid Flights Into Yemen Capital
UN says airport no longer able to receive aid
Japan Agrees to Increase Payment to Support US Troop Presence
Over the next five years, Japan will pay $9.2 billion
US Says Talks With Russia on Security Guarantees Could Start in January
Russia is eager to negotiate its proposals
Slowed by Blockade, Iran Envoy in Yemen Dies of Covid
Iran to file protest over Saudi foot-dragging
Bulgaria Says NATO Troop Deployment Not Needed
NATO leaders have discussed sending more troops to Bulgaria and Romania, but Bulgaria's defense minister says the move would escalate tensions
US Could Target Russia With Strict Export Controls If It Invades Ukraine
The export controls would come with economic sanctions
US Envoy for Iran Warns Time Is Running Out on Nuclear Deal Talks
Iranian officials have had positive things to say about negotiations
US Adds Five Chinese Officials to Sanctions List Over Hong Kong Election
The US released a joint statement with other Five Eyes countries condemning the election
Yemeni Forces Kill 14 Houthis in Maarib Ambush
Fighting took place south of Maarib
Poland, Lithuania Join Ukraine in Calling for Sanctions on Russia
Ukraine wants the US to detail sanctions it is preparing on Russia
Report: NATO Mulls Sending More Troops to Romania, Bulgaria
The report comes as Russia is seeking guarantees that NATO won't expand further eastward
