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It 'would be wise' for Americans to leave Ukraine: Joe Biden
President Joe Biden said Monday "it'd be wise" for Americans other than essential diplomats to leave Ukraine amid the Russian military threat. Biden made his comments during a joint press conference with German Chancellor Olaf Scholz at the White House, shortly after the two leaders met for talks about the simmering crisis.It 'would be wise' for Americans to leave Ukraine: Joe Biden
View: Ukraine, a second test for Joe Biden
European allies are all over the map on how to handle the crisis with the three biggest - Germany, France and Britain - pulling in different directions. The rest are lining up depending on their geography and history with Russia.
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Joe Biden and Vladimir Putin to speak as Ukraine warnings mount
Moscow has repeatedly disputed Washington's version of events, saying it has massed more than 100,000 troops near the Ukrainian border to maintain its own security against aggression by NATO allies.
Vladimir Putin, Joe Biden conclude hourlong call on Ukraine crisis
Biden planned once again to call on Putin to de-escalate and pull back the well over 100,000 Russia troops that have massed near Ukraine's borders.
ADVERTISEMENT It 'would be wise' for Americans to leave Ukraine: Joe Biden
President Joe Biden said Monday "it'd be wise" for Americans other than essential diplomats to leave Ukraine amid the Russian military threat. Biden made his comments during a joint press conference with German Chancellor Olaf Scholz at the White House, shortly after the two leaders met for talks about the simmering crisis.It 'would be wise' for Americans to leave Ukraine: Joe Biden
View: Ukraine, a second test for Joe Biden
European allies are all over the map on how to handle the crisis with the three biggest - Germany, France and Britain - pulling in different directions. The rest are lining up depending on their geography and history with Russia.
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Joe Biden and Vladimir Putin to speak as Ukraine warnings mount
Moscow has repeatedly disputed Washington's version of events, saying it has massed more than 100,000 troops near the Ukrainian border to maintain its own security against aggression by NATO allies.
Vladimir Putin, Joe Biden conclude hourlong call on Ukraine crisis
Biden planned once again to call on Putin to de-escalate and pull back the well over 100,000 Russia troops that have massed near Ukraine's borders.
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President Joe Biden warns Vladimir Putin of 'severe costs' of invading Ukraine
President Joe Biden told Russia’s Vladimir Putin that invading Ukraine would cause “widespread human suffering” and that the West was committed to diplomacy to end the crisis. (AP)President Joe Biden warns Vladimir Putin of 'severe costs' of invading Ukraine
Caught on hot mic: US president Joe Biden throws expletive at scribe, apologises later but White House lets it slide
A reporter had asked Biden whether inflation is a political liability when the gaffe happened.
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Vladimir Putin, Joe Biden begin high-stakes phone call on Ukraine crisis
A State Department travel advisory on Saturday said most American staff at the Kyiv embassy have been ordered to leave and other U.S. citizens should depart the country immediately as well.
'Path for diplomacy' with Russia remains open: White House
The White House said Monday the "path for diplomacy" with Russia remains open, but warned anew, "we are in the window when an invasion could begin at any time." White House deputy press secretary Karine Jean-Pierre said new Russian forces have been arriving at the border with Ukraine "every day," adding, "it remains unclear" which path Russian President Vladimir Putin will take.'Path for diplomacy' with Russia remains open: White House
Ukraine seeks meeting with Russia; US warns of the Russian invasion
Ukrainian Foreign Minister Dmytro Kuleba on Sunday called on Russia to hold a meeting within the next 48 hours to discuss Moscow's military buildup along its borders. Biden in a roughly hour-long call with Zelensky assured of US help to Ukraine any further Russian aggression, according to a White House readout. The call came amid US warnings that a Russian invasion of Ukraine could happen as soon as this week.Ukraine seeks meeting with Russia; US warns of the Russian invasion
Joe Biden lashes out at Fox reporter in hot mic moment
President Joe Biden said he had a "very, very, very good meeting" Monday with European allies on the Russian military buildup and potential responses to an invasion. Speaking in the White House East Room, Biden there is "total unanimity with all the European leaders" about next steps. The president made the comments during a meeting with his Competition Council, aimed at promoting economic competition and reducing prices for American consumers.Joe Biden lashes out at Fox reporter in hot mic moment
US: No 'cause for optimism' after Biden-Putin talks on Ukraine
Pentagon spokesman John Kirby offered a grim assessment of the one-hour phone conversation Saturday between US President Joe Biden and Russian counterpart Vladimir Putin.
Biden and Ukraine's Zelenskiy to discuss security on Sunday
Sergii Nykyforov said on Facebook the two leaders "would discuss the security situation and ongoing diplomatic de-escalation efforts".
US, Japan, South Korea meet in Hawaii to discuss threat posed by North Korea's nuclear missile test
The Security Council initially imposed sanctions on North Korea after its first nuclear test in 2006. It made them tougher in response to further nuclear tests and the country's increasingly sophisticated nuclear and ballistic missile programs. China and Russia, citing the North's economic difficulties, have called for lifting sanctions like those banning seafood exports and prohibitions on its citizens working overseas and sending home their earnings.
5 things to know about why Russia might invade Ukraine - and why the US is involved
Russia has amassed an estimated 100,000 troops along its border with Ukraine over the past several months. The U.S. has responded by sending several thousand troops to two of Ukraine's neighboring countries: Poland and Romania.
Severe consequences for Russia if it were to move into Ukraine: Joe Biden
"I have made it clear early on to President (Vladimir) Putin that if he were to move into Ukraine, there would be severe consequences, including significant economic sanctions, as well as I would feel obliged to beef up our presence -- NATO's presence on the eastern front: Poland, Romania etc.," Biden told reporters.
US' Indo-Pacific paper says India strong partner
The strategy cites the "mounting challenges" posed by the rise of China as a key driver of the "intensifying American focus" in the Indo-Pacific, with "a strong India" as a partner in a regional vision.
U.S. moves to free $3.5 billion in frozen Afghan assets to aid Afghanistan's people
The multi-step plan calls for the other half of the funds to remain in the United States, subject to ongoing litigation by U.S. victims of terrorism, including relatives of those who died in the Sept. 11, 2001, hijacking attacks, the sources said.
President Joe Biden has long been preparing for a Supreme Court pick
Biden said as a presidential candidate that if he were given the chance to nominate someone to the court, he would make history by choosing a Black woman. And word on Wednesday that Justice Stephen Breyer plans to retire should give Biden that opportunity.
Everyone wants to manufacture semiconductors. Now, EU rolls out billion dollar plan
The EU move mirrors U.S. President Joe Biden's $52 billion push to invest in a national chip-producing sector to make sure more production occurs in the United States.
Angelina Jolie urges US lawmakers to pass domestic violence law, says normalising abuse at home is the 'ugly truth'
The star has accused her ex-husband, Brad Pitt, of intentionally hitting their son Maddox.
After months of complaint by Elon Musk, Biden acknowledges Tesla
"From iconic companies like GM and Ford building out new electric vehicle production to Tesla, our nation's largest electric vehicle manufacturer, to innovative younger companies," Biden said, adding other startups and saying manufacturing is coming "back to America after decades."
Joe Biden to meet Qatar leader as energy worries loom in Europe
Qatar is one of the world's larger suppliers of liquefied natural gas and is among countries that the US is hoping could aid Europe should a Russian invasion of Ukraine lead to Moscow stemming the flow of energy.
Biden's pandemic fight: Inside the setbacks of the first year
Vaccines had been the core of President Joe Biden's pandemic strategy from the moment he took office. But as Walensky was briefed about a cluster of breakthrough cases in Provincetown, Massachusetts, the reality sank in. The delta variant, which had ravaged other parts of the world, was taking hold in the United States. And being vaccinated would not, it turned out, prevent people from becoming infected with the variant or transmitting it.
Biden threatens: No gas pipeline if Russia invades Ukraine
Putin and French President Emmanuel Macron met for more than five hours in Moscow at the same time Biden and German Chancellor Olaf Scholz spoke at the White House in efforts to defuse the crisis before armed conflict breaks out. Russia has massed thousands of troops at the Ukraine border, adding military might almost daily.
Joe Biden comforts victims of Colorado wildfire

Ukraine tensions: Biden says Putin is after 'things he cannot get'
US President Joe Biden said Sunday he would not speculate on further steps his administration is willing to take amid ongoing tensions with Russia over Ukraine. As he returned to the White House, Biden told reporters Russian President Vladimir Putin was seeking "things he cannot get" from ongoing diplomatic efforts to resolve the crisis.Ukraine tensions: Biden says Putin is after 'things he cannot get'
US president Joe Biden sending more troops to Europe amid Ukraine tension
Fears of a Russian invasion of Ukraine have mounted in recent months, after Putin deployed more than 100,000 troops to areas near Ukraine's borders, including in neighbouring Belarus, backed by tanks, artillery, helicopters and warplanes.
US Covid related death toll passes grim milestone due to Omicron surge
President Biden's approval rating hits new low at one year mark, according to AP-NORC poll
The latest poll shows that Americans' confidence in Biden's handling of the pandemic - seen as a strength early in his administration - has further eroded as the omicron variant strains the health care system and further exhausts an American electorate that had hoped life would be back to a semblance of normalcy by now.
Biden says 'not there yet' on lifting China tariffs
"I'd like to be in a position where I can say they're meeting the commitments, more of their commitments and be able to lift some of it," Biden said.
President Joe Biden warns Putin on any aggression toward Ukraine
Seeking to clarify his comments a day earlier that a “minor incursion” by Russia would elicit a lesser response, President Joe Biden warned Russian President Vladimir Putin he will pay "a heavy price" for any aggressive action toward Ukraine. (AP)President Joe Biden warns Putin on any aggression toward Ukraine
Explainer: Why Europe lacks voice, power in Ukraine crisis
Scarred by losing tens of millions of lives on their soil in two world wars, many European Union nations have been wary ever since about military spending. Now, as Russian pressure builds at the Ukrainian border, they face a painful reality: Europe remains heavily reliant on U.S. might to deter another potentially big conflict on its turf.
Indian-American body urges Biden to reject appointment of Masood Khan as Pak envoy to US
A top Indian diaspora group has urged US President Joe Biden to reject the appointment of Masood Khan as Pakistan's ambassador to the United States, alleging that the diplomat is a sympathiser and supporter of terrorist groups.
Fed nominees say inflation is 'grave threat,' vow to fight
"Our most important task is tackling inflation," Michigan State University economics professor Lisa Cook, one of three Fed nominees up for a confirmation hearing at the U.S. Senate on Thursday, said in her prepared remarks.
US troops heading to Europe to reassure allies: White House
The White House announced Wednesday President Joe Biden is ordering 2,000 U.S.-based troops to Poland and Germany and shifting 1,000 more from Germany to Romania, demonstrating to both allies and foes America's commitment to NATO's eastern flank amid fears of a Russian invasion of Ukraine.US troops heading to Europe to reassure allies: White House
Congressman urges Biden to reject Pak's ambassador-designate; terms him ‘terrorist sympathiser'
Khan, who has previously served as the “president” of Pakistan-occupied Kashmir (PoK) until August last year, was nominated as Pakistan's ambassador to the US in November.
View: One year of Joe Biden
On the plus side, the US rejoined the Paris climate accord and the World Health Organisation (WHO), extended the Strategic Arms Reduction Treaty (START) with Russia for five years, led the effort to institute a global minimum tax on corporations, re-engaged allies and partners, held the first Quad summit and persuaded the EU to put the China trade deal on ice.
Joe Biden's big test: Proving he can rally allies against Putin
Biden faces a complicated and globally more dangerous task: keeping the West unified as it faces what White House officials say is an increasingly likely further invasion of Ukrainian territory.
President Joe Biden announces free masks, tests to fight omicron
President Joe Biden announced Thursday the government will distribute 1 billion rapid, at-home COVID-19 tests free to Americans, along with the most protective N95 masks, as the White House looks to fight the spike in coronavirus casesPresident Joe Biden announces free masks, tests to fight omicron
US president Joe Biden answers inflation query by calling Fox reporter SOB
His comments were captured on video and by the microphone in front of him. Doocy laughed it off in a subsequent appearance on his network, joking, "Nobody has fact-checked him yet and said it's not true."
Meet Willow, the newest addition to the Biden family
The green-eyed canine joins long and varied line of White House pets.
Russia's risky options following Ukraine attack
Russia, which is seeking a pledge that NATO won't expand to include Ukraine, has options it could pursue short of a full-blown invasion, and other ways to lash out at the U.S. and its allies. All of them carry varying degrees of risk, to Russia and the world. France, Germany, Ukraine and Russia have agreed to sit down for talks in two weeks, an effort aimed at reviving a 2015 agreement to ease the conflict in eastern Ukraine. Some fear this complicates efforts by the U.S. and NATO to show a united front against Russia.
President Joe Biden visits collapsed Pittsburgh bridge, says 'We're going to fix them all'
President Biden visited a bridge that collapsed in Pittsburgh just hours before his visit to deliver remarks on infrastructure. The president pledged to rebuild it and fix other bridges across the countryPresident Joe Biden visits collapsed Pittsburgh bridge, says 'We're going to fix them all'
Joe Biden administration to scrap Trump plan for wider Alaska oil drilling
Official notice of the change will come in a notice to be filed on Monday in federal court in Alaska, the Bureau of Land Management (BLM), a division of Department of the Interior, said in a statement.
U.S. economy likely regained steam in Q4, 2021 growth seen best in 37 years
U.S. economic growth likely accelerated in the fourth quarter as businesses replenished depleted inventories to meet strong demand for goods, helping the nation to log its best performance in nearly four decades in 2021.
North Korea fires two suspected missiles in 6th launch in 2022
North Korea has upped its testing activity recently in an apparent effort to pressure the Joe Biden administration in the US amid long-stalled nuclear talks.
US delivers written response to Russia's security demands
Washington has made clear that Russian demands for NATO to pull back troops and weapons from eastern Europe and bar Ukraine from ever joining are non-starters. It says it is ready to discuss other topics such as arms control and confidence-building measures.
Biden's big test: Proving he can rally allies against Putin
President Joe Biden's effort to rally support, both at home and abroad, ahead of a potential Russian invasion of Ukraine is just the latest big test of his ability to bridge ideological gaps and balance competing interests to build effective coalitions.
U.S. companies push Biden, Congress for caution on Russia sanctions
A trade group representing Chevron, General Electric and other big U.S. corporations that do business in Russia is asking the White House to consider allowing companies to fulfill commitments and to weigh exempting products as it crafts any sanctions. At the same time, big energy companies are pushing Congress to limit their scope and time frame.
Russia launches new military drills amid Ukraine tensions
Russia launches new military drills amid Ukraine tensionsWith the West already accusing Moscow of massing more than 100,000 soldiers on the Ukrainian border, the Russian military said it had launched drills involving 6,000 troops in the south and in the Crimean peninsula annexed by Moscow in 2014.
'Unprecedented' response if Russia invades: US
'Unprecedented' response if Russia invades: USThe U.S. State department said if Russia invades Ukraine, it would be met by a response that's not only "swift, severe and united," but also "unprecedented in its approach." Earlier, President Joe Biden told reporters that Russian President Vladimir Putin “continues to build forces along Ukraine’s border,” and an attack “would be the largest invasion since World War II. It would change the world.”'Unprecedented' response if Russia invades: US
Fauci says 'prudent' to have Omicron vaccine, but may not be needed
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US Economy: Joe Biden says he backs Fed's plan to fight inflation
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US orders 8,500 troops on heightened alert amid Russia worry
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Global supply chains near make-or-break point for easing in 2022
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White House to hold second Competition Council meet
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Five things to know about why Russia might invade Ukraine