President Biden Wraps Up International Trip with a State Visit to Vietnam

During Biden’s visit, Vietnam elevated the United States to the highest level of diplomatic status that only a handful of countries have received from the Vietnamese.

Russian missile strike kills 17 as Blinken visits Ukraine with $1B in aid

Blinken’s visit to Ukraine with $1 billion in new funding was overshadowed by an attack from Russia.

Jill Biden Attends Coronation of King Charles III

The First Lady traveled to London solo, as President Biden would not be in attendance.

King Charles III Officially Takes the Throne in Coronation Ceremony

King Charles III was crowned King of England on May 6th.

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Jill Biden Sets Off to England for Coronation

After serving the British Kingdom for 70 years, Queen Elizabeth II, 96, died in September.

White House Prepares to Host Korea for their Second State Visit

The First Family of the Republic of Korea will visit the United States, as the President looks forward to hosting his second State Dinner on Wednesday.

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Biden Wraps Up Ireland Trip with Visit to Ancestral Hometown

President Biden ended his four-day trip in Ballina where citizens waved Irish as well as American flags as the President toured their small Irish town.

Biden Returns "Home" to Ireland During Cross-Country Return to Homeland

“If you’ll forgive the poor attempt at Irish: Ta me sa bhaile,” Biden said. “I’m at home.”

President Biden Meets with German Chancellor at the White House

This is the first time the two leaders have met in person since February of last year.

Biden to Poland: “Thank you for what you’re doing.”

President Biden followed his surprise trip to Kyiv on Monday with a trip to Warsaw, Poland, as he continues to back Ukraine and oppose the invasion from Russia.

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Biden Makes Historic Visit to Ukraine

One year following Russia’s full-scale invasion of Ukraine, President Biden makes a historic visit to Ukraine - a warzone where the United States doesn’t have a footprint.

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Zelenskyy Makes Historic Visit to Washington

Zelenskyy expressed gratitude for the United States’ cooperation in their support of Ukraine, and urged Congress and American families to continue their support and aid in this war.

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Brittney Griner Released by Russia in Prisoner Swap

In February, Griner was arrested in Russia for possessing and smuggling drugs for criminal purposes and sentenced to 9 years in a Russian prison which her lawyers claimed was extravagant.

Biden Meets with Prince William in Boston

Prince William was on his last day of his Boston trip attending his Earthshot Prize Awards Ceremony along with the Princess of Wales.

Biden Hosts Macron for First State Visit of His Presidency

For President Emmanuel Macron and his wife, the Bidens left no detail unturned for Thursday’s State Visit to celebrate the unity between the United States and France.

The United States and France: A Shared Commitment

While the relationship between France and the United States has been historically strong, the French state visit has come at a time when the two nations need to work through some issues and get back to their former strength as an allyship.

Volodymyr Zelenskyy Receives 2022 Liberty Medal

The Ukrainian President was honored by the National Constitution Center for his bravery and leadership amid the Russian invasion of Ukraine.

British Prime Minister Liz Truss Announces Resignation

After a short but tumultuous month and a half, Truss announced in a speech on Thursday that she will be resigning as Britain’s Prime Minister.

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