Biden Administration Blames Congress for Fall of Ukrainian City
The Biden administration said Saturday that the Ukrainian military withdrawal from Avdiivka was the result of Congress failing to provide additional money to support Kyiv’s war effort.
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U.S. Has New Intelligence About Russia’s Nuclear Capabilities
The United States has informed Congress and its allies in Europe of new intelligence about Russian nuclear capabilities that could pose an international threat, according to officials briefed on the matter.
Congress to Examine U.S. Spy Agencies’ Work on Havana Syndrome
The House Intelligence Committee is investigating how U.S. spy agencies examined cases of Havana syndrome, a potential challenge by Congress to their conclusions about the mysterious illnesses.
Two SEAL Team Members Missing After Incident Off Somalia Coast
Two members of the Navy SEALs remained missing on Saturday after a mishap two days ago while they were attempting to board a ship off the coast of Somalia, two current and two former Pentagon officials said.
C.I.A. Homes In on Hamas Leadership, U.S. Officials Say
The C.I.A. is collecting information on senior Hamas leaders and the location of hostages in Gaza, and is providing that intelligence to Israel as it carries out its war in the enclave, according to U.S. officials.