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Wednesday, July 19, 2023

BNT - Biden makes surprise first visit to Ukraine


US President Joe Biden, who was scheduled to visit Poland this week, made his first visit to Kyiv since the start of the war.

US President Joe Biden made an unannounced visit to Ukraine Monday, February 20, to meet with President Volodymyr Zelensky, a gesture of solidarity that comes days before the one-year anniversary of Russia's invasion of the country.

"One year later, Kyiv stands," Biden said. "And Ukraine stands. Democracy stands. The Americans stand with you, and the world stands with you." Biden spent more than five hours in the Ukrainian capital, consulting with Zelensky on next steps, honoring the country’s fallen soldiers and meeting with US embassy staff in the war-torn country. 

Biden delivered remarks with Zelensky at Mariinsky Palace to announce an additional half billion dollars in US assistance and to reassure Ukraine of American and allied support as the conflict continues. "One year later, Kyiv stands. And Ukraine stands. Democracy stands," Biden said. "Joseph Biden, welcome to Kyiv! Your visit is an extremely important sign of support for all Ukrainians," Zelensky wrote on Telegram, in English.

Biden stressed his "unflagging commitment" in defending Ukraine's territorial integrity, and promised new arms. He announced an additional half-billion dollars in US assistance, including shells for howitzers, anti-tank missiles, air surveillance radars and other aid but no new advanced weaponry.

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Saturday, July 8, 2023

BNT - Biden to 'contrast notes' and Sunak on Ukrainian fightback



Joe Biden is supposed to raise worries over the harmony cycle in Northern Ireland and examine the Ukrainian counter-hostile against Russia with Rishi Sunak when they meet one week from now.

The US President will meet the Top state leader in London and with the Ruler at Windsor Palace on Monday prior to making a beeline for the Nato highest point in Lithuania.

There has been criticism of Mr. Biden's plan to provide Ukraine with cluster munitions, which are prohibited by many allies, including Britain, and he will arrive in the UK.

The White House said that Mr. Biden and Mr. Sunak would "compare notes" during their fifth meeting in as many months regarding their support for Ukraine and the situation on the battlefield.

However, post-Brexit tensions are also likely to be discussed by Mr. Biden, who has previously stated that he wants to ensure that the "Brits didn't screw around" in Northern Ireland.

Amanda Sloat, Europe senior director for the National Security Council, told reporters: He continues to place a strong emphasis on cooperating with the United Kingdom and Ireland as well as maintaining peace, prosperity, and stability throughout the entire region.

"I would imagine that those would be the general range of topics that they would discuss," and "Northern Ireland is certainly an issue that the President regularly talks about with his British counterpart" are just a few examples.

During his time in the UK, Mr. Biden will also attend a climate finance mobilization forum that focuses on supporting developing nations.

On Tuesday, both men will meet with their Nato allies in Vilnius to discuss Ukraine's bid for membership.

Ms Sloat said: " Given that both leaders will be flying to Vilnius the day before, I imagine this will be a chance for them to update each other on developments in discussions leading up to the Vilnius summit.

"It will be a chance for them to share any useful info on both of our help for Ukraine and their continuous endeavors on the front line."

The UK is one of 123 signatories to the Show on Bunch Weapons, which forbids their utilization or accumulating due to their aimless impact on regular citizen populaces.

The weapons scatter a lot of bomblets over a large area.

Even after conflicts are over, bombs that haven't been detonated may still be a threat to civilians.

House Safeguard Advisory group director Tobias Ellwood asked the US to "rethink".



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Sunday, July 2, 2023

BNT - Sister Roma


Republicans Walk Out As Drag Nun ‘Sister Roma’ Honored At California Capitol

Protest took a back seat to the celebration at the California Capitol Monday as lawmakers honored drag nun Sister Roma and proclaimed June LGBTQ+ Pride Month. Roma, who belongs to the San Francisco-based Sisters of Perpetual Indulgence, was one of 15 guests invited by the legislature’s LGBTQ+ Caucus as the Assembly and Senate passed resolutions proclaiming June as LGBTQ+ pride month. Republicans in the Senate called on Senate President pro Tem Toni Atkins of San Diego to revoke Roma’s invitation last Thursday. A group of Catholic and evangelical Christian demonstrators gathered on the Capitol’s west steps Monday afternoon to protest Roma’s recognition. In the Assembly, when Roma came to the front to receive her award, Republican members left the floor and retreated to the lounge in the rear of the chamber. The remaining members clapped, whooped, and cheered, giving Roma a prolonged standing ovation. Fellow honoree Harry Lit shouted from the back of the chamber, "Love you Roma!" Speaking to the Senate, Democratic Senator Susan Talamantes Eggman of Stockton introduced the pride resolution and noted that she identified as a proud Catholic.

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Tuesday, May 30, 2023

"Biden sends message...


...to grieving families on Memorial Day"

"Never forget the price our soldiers paid to protect American democracy," President Joe Biden said Monday morning in his Memorial Day speech.

The comments were made after Biden attended a wreath laying ceremony at the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier in Arlington, Virginia.

"We must never forget the life these flags, flowers and marble marks represent," Biden said. "Mothers, fathers, sons, daughters, sisters, spouses, friends and Americans. Every year we remind ourselves of it, but every year it doesn't get easier."

Biden's late son Bo was a major in the Army National Guard in Iraq in 2008. Tuesday, the day after Memorial Day, marks eight years since Beau Biden died of cancer.

Mr. Biden admitted in his speech that his son did not die on the battlefield, but said First Lady and First Lady Jill Biden was proud of Mr. Beau Biden's accomplishments.

"Father, I can still hear you saying that's my duty," he said. "Duty. That's the norm my son lived by, and everything you lost lived by it."

Biden said he still feels the pain of losing him "every day." The fires are particularly intense on Memorial Day, he added.

First Lady Jill Biden, Vice President Kamala Harris and Harris' husband Douglas Emhoff also attended the traditional 155th National Day wreath laying ceremony. Before the wreath of flowers and red, white, and blue ribbons, he thought for a moment, then bowed his head and prayed.

According to a news release from Arlington National Cemetery, a 155th National Day wreath and mourning program was held Monday to honor America's fallen soldiers.

"To all those here and across the country who are mourning the loss of loved ones who wore uniforms, to our Gold Star families, and to all those whose loved ones are still missing and missing. "I know how hard it is," Biden said. "It could tear a black hole in the middle of your chest." "The pain is still real, it's still raw." 

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