Senators Chuck Grassley and Ron Johnson released documents alleging that the Obama-Biden State Department obstructed the FBI’s attempts to apprehend individuals involved in Iran’s nuclear development efforts. The records reveal that then-Secretary of State John Kerry intervened to block arrest warrants and extradition requests, leading to missed opportunities to arrest known terrorists and Iranian agents. The senators demanded records from former officials, including Kerry and current CIA Director Bill Burns, to further investigate the alleged interference.
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In testimony before the Senate, Secretary of State Antony Blinken denounced the chief prosecutor of the International Criminal Court (ICC) for seeking the arrest of Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and condemned Hamas for triggering the Gaza war. Despite expressing condolences for the death of Iranian President Ebrahim Raisi, Blinken emphasized that the gesture did not alter the administration’s view of his repressive actions. The hearing was repeatedly interrupted by protesters opposed to US policy toward Israel and its actions in Gaza.
US Secretary of State Antony Blinken has expressed caution over the progress of nuclear talks with Iran, despite positive developments. He highlighted the need for Iran to take further steps to address concerns.
The United States has issued a stern warning to Pakistan regarding the potential consequences of engaging in business transactions with Iran. This cautionary note was delivered during a three-day visit to Pakistan by Iranian President Ebrahim Raisi.
The US State Department has issued a warning to Pakistan regarding its growing closeness with Iran, highlighting the potential risk of sanctions due to Iran’s global position and regional activities. The warning came during Iranian President Raisi’s three-day visit to Pakistan, where the two nations signed several bilateral agreements. The US, Pakistan’s largest export market and investor, emphasized the importance of their economic partnership and reminded Islamabad of their own trade ties.