Organisation: United States of America

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US set to slap 'toughest and most aggressive' sanctions on North Korea

The US is preparing to announce the "toughest and most aggressive" economic sanctions against North Korea, boosting pressure on the regime during the Winter Olympics, Mike Pence has said.

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Bergdahl's parents give thanks as US soldier freed after five years in Afghanistan

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Snowden applied for asylum in 21 countries, including Ireland

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Obama confirms US' 'unwavering commitment to Israel’s security'

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Assange thanks Ecuador for taking stand

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Tough struggle to make some Rapid progress

Sarkozy leads Europe's congratulations

French President Nicolas Sarkozy led European congratulations to Barack Obama today, hailing his “brilliant victory” in winning the White House.

Wed, 05 Nov, 2008

Bush warns of sanctions over Darfur

President George W Bush said today that the United States will tighten economic sanctions on Sudan and impose new punishments if it fails to take concrete action to stop the bloodshed in Darfur.

Wed, 18 Apr, 2007

Security Council will consider 'strong steps' against Iran

Denouncing Iran’s successful enrichment of uranium as unacceptable to the international community, US Secretary of State Condoleezza Rice said today the UN Security Council must consider “strong steps” to induce Tehran to change course.

Wed, 12 Apr, 2006

Iraqis zero in on Bush's remarks

Iraqis zeroed in today on President George Bush’s pledge to stay the course in Iraq, with some expressing anger that he didn’t announce a troop withdrawal and others believing the Americans had little choice but to stick it out here to prevent civil war.

Wed, 01 Feb, 2006

Sharon’s illness a sign from God, says Robertson

US Christian broadcaster Pat Robertson has suggested that Israeli Prime Minister Ariel Sharon’s stroke was divine punishment for “dividing God’s land.”

Sat, 07 Jan, 2006

Debate on Irish-US agreement is welcome

THE debate and coverage in the Irish Examiner surrounding the signing of the bilateral instrument between Ireland and the United States of America on Mutual Legal Assistance in Criminal Matters is very welcome.

Thu, 28 Jul, 2005

Bush aims to evoke 9/11 pledge

President George Bush arrives in New York later today ahead of his crucial speech to the Republican national convention.

Wed, 01 Sep, 2004

From ‘his Majesty’s service’ to the creation of a nation

ALONG with the State Papers released annually under the 30-year rule, other documents that should have been opened in previous years have also just been released.

Sat, 03 Jan, 2004

Britain and Ireland retain Walker Cup

Britain and Ireland have retained the Walker Cup at Ganton.

Sun, 07 Sep, 2003

Morrocan blasts killed 13 bombers

Five “groups of kamikazes” – 14 attackers in all – carried out the deadly series of suicide bombings in Casablanca, Morocco’s commercial capital, killing 28 people, the interior minister said.

Sun, 18 May, 2003

Bush warns against inaction on Iraq

US President George Bush today expressed his frustration with allies reluctant to wage war on Iraq, saying Saddam Hussein has been given “ample time” to disarm.

Tue, 21 Jan, 2003

US to compare weapons report with intelligence

American officials are to check Iraq’s report on its weapons programmers against US intelligence information that suggests Saddam Hussein has hundreds of tons of chemical weapons, the ability to produce biological weapons and an active nuclear weapons programmed.

Wed, 04 Dec, 2002

Bush speech challenges UN to live up to its name

US President George W Bush’s speech to the general assembly amounted to a challenge to the United Nations to live up to its responsibility.

Thu, 12 Sep, 2002

Bush phone call spurs USA to victory

By Paul Walker, Jeonju, South Korea

Tue, 18 Jun, 2002