Thursday, June 17, 2021

Today's Headlines: Biden and Putin Express Desire for Better Relations at Summit Shaped by Disputes

With Putin, Biden Tries to Forge a Bond of Self-Interest, Not Souls
View in Browser | Add nytdirect@nytimes.com to your address book.

Thursday, June 17, 2021

Top News

Biden and Putin Express Desire for Better Relations at Summit Shaped by Disputes

By David E. Sanger, Michael D. Shear and Anton Troianovski

After their first summit meeting, the two leaders described each other with respect but resolved none of the disagreements that have sent U.S.-Russian ties to their lowest level since the Cold War.

With Putin, Biden Tries to Forge a Bond of Self-Interest, Not Souls

News Analysis

With Putin, Biden Tries to Forge a Bond of Self-Interest, Not Souls

By Peter Baker

Theirs seems likely to be a strained and frustrating association, one where the two leaders may maintain a veneer of civil discourse even as they joust on the international stage.

Climate Change Batters the West Before Summer Even Begins

Climate Change Batters the West Before Summer Even Begins

By Brad Plumer, Jack Healy, Winston Choi-Schagrin and Henry Fountain

Global warming has been fueling disasters in the region for years. Now, an early heat wave and severe drought are threatening lives and leaving water in perilously short supply.

For more top news, go to NYTimes.com »
ADVERTISEMENT

Editors' Picks

Vaccine Maker Earned Record Profits but Delivered Disappointment in Return

U.S.

Vaccine Maker Earned Record Profits but Delivered Disappointment in Return

By Sharon LaFraniere, Chris Hamby and Rebecca R. Ruiz

Emergent BioSolutions was awarded a $628 million federal contract with no competitive bidding. Top executives received big bonuses while factories mostly sat idle and tens of millions of Covid-19 doses were thrown away.

I Taught Online School This Year. It Was a Disgrace.

Opinion | Guest Essay

I Taught Online School This Year. It Was a Disgrace.

By Lelac Almagor

Remote learning needs to end with the pandemic.

Today's Videos

N.Y.C. Mayor Candidates Name Rivals' Worst Ideas

Video Video: N.Y.C. Mayor Candidates Name Rivals' Worst Ideas

By The New York Times

During Wednesday's debate, candidates were asked to name the worst idea they had heard from one of their opponents. Several focused on defunding the police.

Russian and American Media Scuffle Before Diplomacy Meeting

Video Video: Russian and American Media Scuffle Before Diplomacy Meeting

By The Associated Press

A chaotic scrum between American and Russian reporters erupted on Wednesday before closed-door meetings between President Biden and President Vladimir V. Putin of Russia.

Overnight Israeli Airstrikes Hit Gaza

Video Video: Overnight Israeli Airstrikes Hit Gaza

By The Associated Press

The Wednesday airstrikes were in response to incendiary balloons sent into Israel by Hamas. The exchange came after tensions rose on Tuesday when Israel's new government permitted far-right Jews to march through Palestinian areas of Jerusalem.

|
Get unlimited access to NYTimes.com and our NYTimes apps. Subscribe »
Copyright 2021 The New York Times Company
620 Eighth Avenue New York, NY 10018

No comments:

Page List

Blog Archive

Search This Blog

USAO - California, Central News Update

Offices of the United States Attorneys   You are subscribed to USAO - California, ...