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Belarus is attempting to reduce its political isolation by engaging in diplomatic talks with European countries, following a recent thaw in relations with the US under Trump, amidst ongoing tensions and sanctions due to its actions in Ukraine and domestic crackdowns.
President Biden is sending senior aides to Michigan to meet with Arab American and Muslim leaders to address frustrations over the administration's handling of the Israel-Hamas war, as the community plays a crucial role in the 2024 battleground state. The meeting aims to mend ties and discuss leveraging U.S. influence on Israel for a cease-fire and humanitarian relief in Gaza. The administration faces criticism from the Arab American and Muslim population in Michigan, with some activists even calling for voters not to support Biden in November. U.S. officials are working on negotiations for a pause in fighting and the release of hostages, but efforts suffered a setback as Israel's Prime Minister rejected terms set by Hamas.
Janet Yellen's diplomatic outreach in China, which included two meals with Chinese officials, has yielded mixed results. While the US Treasury Secretary's visit aimed to improve economic cooperation and ease tensions between the two countries, it highlighted the challenges faced in the US-China relationship. Despite discussions on climate change and financial regulations, no major breakthroughs were achieved, and issues such as trade disputes and human rights concerns remained unresolved. The outcome underscores the complex nature of US-China relations and the difficulties in finding common ground.
Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro visited Saudi Arabia as the kingdom expands its diplomatic outreach beyond traditional Western alliances. Saudi Arabia has restored ties with Iran and Syria and strengthened cooperation with China and Russia. Maduro's visit comes a day before US Secretary of State Antony Blinken lands in Saudi Arabia for talks with the Saudi leadership. Venezuela had sought coordination with Saudi Arabia on falling oil prices and US sanctions in the past.