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Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin Praises Biden

22Jul

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Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin Praises Biden

In a recent statement, Secretary of Defense Lloyd J. Austin III praised President Joe Biden's efforts in safeguarding America's national security. Austin emphasized Biden's significant role in strengthening the nation's defense and his lasting impact on U.S. foreign policy."President Biden is an extraordinary guardian of America's national security," Austin remarked. "I am deeply grateful for his leadership and statesmanship. He has a secure place in American history as one of our great foreign-policy presidents."Austin highlighted several key achievements of President Biden's administration. He noted Biden's success in renewing and broadening America's global network of alliances and partnerships, which have been crucial for national security. Biden's decisive actions in response...

‘Cyprus’ Sharing by the Ministry of National Defence

21Jul

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‘Cyprus’ Sharing by the Ministry of National Defence

The 50th anniversary of the Cyprus Peace Operation was celebrated in Turkey and the Turkish Republic of Northern Cyprus (KKTC). The Ministry of National Defence emphasised the unity and solidarity of the Turkish nation in a statement.In the statement, it was stated that the Turkish army and the nation are united and that they are ready to die for the homeland without blinking an eye. In the statement, ‘We are a whole with our army and nation, we would give our lives without blinking for the homeland, every page of my history is full of victory We are the great Turks who fight for peace.We celebrated the 50th anniversary of the Happy Peace Operation with great enthusiasm. 50 warships, helicopters and aircraft greeted our Turkish Cypriot brothers and sisters. We commemorate our comp...

White House Hosts U.S.-Israel Strategic Consultative Group Meeting

16Jul

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White House Hosts U.S.-Israel Strategic Consultative Group Meeting

In a significant diplomatic engagement, National Security Advisor Jake Sullivan and Secretary of State Antony Blinken welcomed Israeli National Security Advisor Tzachi Hanegbi, Minister of Strategic Affairs Ron Dermer, and a senior Israeli interagency delegation to the White House today for a meeting of the U.S.-Israel Strategic Consultative Group. Senior representatives from both nations' foreign policy, defense, and intelligence agencies participated in the discussions.The meeting primarily focused on countering threats posed by Iran to Israel and the broader Middle East region. Mr. Sullivan reiterated President Biden’s unwavering commitment to Israel’s security, particularly in light of the ongoing attacks by Lebanese Hezbollah. “Israel has every right to defend itself against thes...

Turkey Condemns Attack on Trump: “It is an Attack on Democracy”

14Jul

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Turkey Condemns Attack on Trump: “It is an Attack on Democracy”

The Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Turkey condemned the attack on Donald Trump, former President of the United States of America and presidential candidate in the upcoming elections, during a campaign event in Pennsylvania. In a statement, the Ministry emphasised that the assassination attempt was an attack not only on Trump, but also on the will of the people."We condemn in the strongest terms the attack on Donald Trump, former President of the United States and one of the presidential candidates in the upcoming elections, during his campaign event in the state of Pennsylvania.This assassination attempt is also an attack on the will of the people. Interference in democratic politics through violence, coups and other illegitimate means is unacceptable.We hope t...

Harris: Violence such as this has no place in our nation

14Jul

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Harris: Violence such as this has no place in our nation

Vice President Kamala Harris issued a statement following the shooting at an event held by former President Donald Trump in Pennsylvania. The Vice President expressed relief that Trump was not seriously injured and extended her thoughts and prayers to those affected by the incident."Doug and I are relieved that he is not seriously injured. We are praying for him, his family, and all those who have been injured and impacted by this senseless shooting," Harris said.The Vice President also praised the swift actions of the United States Secret Service, first responders, and local authorities, acknowledging their efforts in managing the situation. "We are grateful to the United States Secret Service, first responders, and local authorities for their immediate action" she added.Harr...

12Jul

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Department of Commerce and Natcast Announce Selection Processes for CHIPS R&D Facilities

Today, the Department of Commerce and Natcast, the operator of the National Semiconductor Technology Center (NSTC), announced the selection processes for the first three research and development (R&D) facilities funded through the CHIPS and Science Act. These facilities include the NSTC Prototyping and National Advanced Packaging Manufacturing Program (NAPMP) Advanced Packaging Piloting Facility, the NSTC Administrative and Design Facility, and the NSTC Extreme Ultraviolet (EUV) Center. Details on the selection process for affiliated technical centers will be released at a later date.As part of President Biden’s Investing in America agenda, CHIPS for America aims to build a vibrant semiconductor ecosystem in the U.S., bolstering cutting-edge R&D and creating quality jobs. A ke...

Turkish Official Draws Parallels Between Srebrenica Genocide and Gaza Crisis

11Jul

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Turkish Official Draws Parallels Between Srebrenica Genocide and Gaza Crisis

Ankara - The Turkish Republic’s Director of Communications made a poignant social media statement today, reflecting on the enduring pain of the Srebrenica Genocide and drawing critical parallels to the current situation in Gaza. This message comes as the world commemorates the 29th anniversary of the Srebrenica tragedy, marked as the greatest human catastrophe in Europe since World War II."July 11th is one of the most painful chapters in modern history that has yet to be closed. The agony of the Srebrenica Genocide still grips our hearts even after 29 long years," the statement read, emphasizing the lasting impact of the massacre where over 8,000 Bosniaks were brutally killed.The Director of Communications underscored the importance of learning from such tragedies to prevent futur...

U.S. Assistant Secretary of Defense Meets With Montenegrin Defense Minister to Discuss Bilateral Security Cooperation

10Jul

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U.S. Assistant Secretary of Defense Meets With Montenegrin Defense Minister to Discuss Bilateral Security Cooperation

Dr. Celeste Wallander, Assistant Secretary of Defense for International Security Affairs, hosted Montenegro's Defense Minister Dragan Krapović at the Pentagon today. The meeting focused on strengthening bilateral security cooperation and addressing regional and global security issues.The discussion included several key participants: Mr. Marko Marković, State Secretary in the Ministry of Defense of Montenegro; Mr. Alton Buland, Principal Director for European and NATO Policy in the Office of the Secretary of Defense; Ms. Radmila Perović, Defense Policy Director of Montenegro; Colonel Željko Radulović, Montenegrin Defense Attaché to the U.S.; Lieutenant Colonel Allan Gryskewicz, U.S. Senior Defense Official and Defense Attaché; along with other representatives from both the Department o...

USDA Awards $10 Million in Grants to Promote Healthy School Meals

10Jul

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USDA Awards $10 Million in Grants to Promote Healthy School Meals

The U.S. Department of Agriculture's Food and Nutrition Service (FNS) has announced the allocation of $10 million in grants as part of its $100 million Healthy Meals Incentives Initiative (HMI). These grants, awarded through partnerships with Full Plates Full Potential and the Illinois Public Health Institute, aim to support schools in providing nutritious, delicious meals to students, enhancing their growth and development.The funding, part of the School Food System Transformation Challenge, incentivizes collaboration between schools, the food industry, and other stakeholders to innovate the school meals marketplace. The initiative also provides grants to small and rural school districts to improve meal quality and modernize operations. So far, 264 HMI grants totaling $30 million hav...

White House Announces Major Steps to Strengthen Women’s Role in Peace and Security

10Jul

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White House Announces Major Steps to Strengthen Women’s Role in Peace and Security

In a decisive move to bolster global peace and security, the Biden-Harris Administration has announced new initiatives aimed at enhancing the role of women in these critical areas. The announcement, made during the NATO 75th Anniversary Summit, underscores the administration's commitment to the Women, Peace, and Security (WPS) agenda, aligning with NATO's renewed focus on gender equality in defense and political leadership."The status of women and girls and the stability and security of nations are inextricably linked. When women have equal opportunities to participate and lead, economies grow, education rates and health outcomes improve, and political instability and violence decline," the White House statement declared, emphasizing the profound impact of women's participation on nat...