biden

Diplomatic Dispute: Japan And India Reject Biden’s ‘Xenophobic’ Label, Emphasize Openness And Growth

by
Diplomatic Dispute: Japan And India Reject Biden's 'Xenophobic' Label, Emphasize Openness And Growth

Japan and India refute Biden’s “xenophobic” label, citing misunderstanding of their policies. Biden’s remarks made during fundraising event spark diplomatic tension. Both nations emphasize their openness and robust economic growth, countering Biden’s assertions. EKO HOT BLOG reports that Japan and India rebuked President Joe Biden’s characterization of them as “xenophobic” nations unwelcoming to immigrants, remarks … Read more

President Biden Highlights Japan’s Economic Struggles Amidst Xenophobia Concerns

by
President Biden Highlights Japan's Economic Struggles Amidst Xenophobia Concerns

 Biden links Japan’s economic struggles to xenophobia, echoing similar issues in China and Russia.  Japan faces demographic challenges and labor shortages, hindered by restrictive immigration laws.  Despite efforts to attract foreign workers, Japan’s economy remains challenged, slipping to the world’s fourth-largest. EKO HOT BLOG reports that President Joe Biden stated on Wednesday that Japan, a … Read more

White House Reduces Biden And Harris Commencement Speeches Amid Campus Protests

by

 White House minimizes Biden and Harris’s presence for traditional commencement addresses amid growing pro-Palestinian protests on college campuses.  Despite campus unrest, Biden aims to deliver encouraging messages, focusing on pressing issues.  Biden campaign actively engages young voters through physical outreach and digital initiatives   EKO HOT BLOG reports that amid increasing protests on college campuses … Read more

US Struggles To Contain Growing Campus Protests Over Israel-Hamas War In Gaza

by
A man walks past Israeli and US flags alongside portraits of Israelis taken hostage by the militant Palestinian group Hamas in front of the pro-Palestinian encampment at Columbia University in New York on April 23, 2024. (Photo: Charly Triballeau, AFP Via Getty Images)

The Israel-Hamas war is disrupting academic activities thousands of miles away in the US. In the last few days, big protests have rocked major universities in the US. They are demanding that the US cuts it investments supporting Israel in the war. Eko Hot Blog reports that student protests over the Israel-Hamas war have popped … Read more

Biden Gives Israel’s PM Netanyahu ONE Condition To Continue Getting US Support In Gaza War

by
U.S. President Joe Biden attends a meeting with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, as he visits Israel amid the ongoing conflict between Israel and Hamas, in Tel Aviv, Israel, October 18, 2023. (Photo: REUTERS/Evelyn Hockstein)

Biden and Netanyahu spoke on phone on Thursday. It was their first call since an Israeli airstrike “unintentionally” killed seven aid workers in Gaza. The US had said it was “outraged” by the killings. Eko Hot Blog reports that United States (US) President Joe Biden has issued a stark warning to Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin … Read more

US-South Korea Defense Talks On Track, But No Hard Deadline”

by

Eko hot blog reports that Negotiations between the United States and South Korea regarding the cost-sharing for American troops stationed in South Korea are progressing smoothly, according to a senior Biden administration official. While the talks are ahead of schedule, there isn’t necessarily a strict deadline looming before the November U.S. election. Editor’s Picks: BREAKING: … Read more

Nikki Haley Ends Campaign, Setting Up Trump-Biden Rematch In US Presidential Election

by
Former UN Ambassador Nikki Haley

Eko Hot Blog reports that United States (US) Republican presidential candidate, Nikki Haley, effectively leaving former President Donald Trump as the presumptive nominee of the Republican Party. Haley, who won only one out of 15 states in the Super Tuesday 15-state primaries, announced the suspension of her campaign at press conference Wednesday afternoon around 4pm. … Read more

Super Tuesday: Five Takeaways From US Primaries As Ex-President Trump Dominates Nikki Haley

by
Super Tuesday Trump President Joe Biden, left, and former President Donald Trump continued their march toward the general election, though underdog Nikki Haley, right, scored a win in Vermont [Reuters]

On Super Tuesday, the day that witnessed the highest number of states — 15 – conducting primaries, Republican frontrunner Donald Trump and Democratic incumbent Joe Biden both cruised to easy victories in the vast majority of the night’s primaries — the contests that ultimately decide who receives major party nominations. But underdog candidate Nikki Haley … Read more

Super Tuesday: Republicans In 15 States Vote As Ex-US President Trump Aims To Knock Out Nikki Haley

by
Trump and Haley face off on Super Tuesday

Super Tuesday is the US presidential primary election day when the greatest number of states hold primary elections and caucuses. Today, the Republican primary is being contested between Trump and Haley. Trump, who has dominated the contest since the beginning, is aiming to knock out his only challenger in the 15 contests. Eko Hot Blog … Read more

‘Putin Is Responsible’ — World Leaders React To Kremlin Critic Alexei Navalny’s Death

by
Alexei Navalny

Eko Hot Blog reports that world leaders have reacted to the sudden death of jailed Russian opposition figure and outspoken Kremlin critic Alexey Navalny, blaming the country’s leader, Vladimir Putin, for the development. The Russian prison service disclosed Nalvany’s demise Friday afternoon. The service said Navalny “felt unwell after a walk” and “almost immediately” lost … Read more

Hamas War: US President Biden, New York Gov To Visit Israel Amidst Rising Tension

by
Joe Biden

EKO HOT BLOG reports that United States President Joe Biden will on Wednesday travel to Israel to show solidarity with the nation after Hamas’ deadly attack ahead of a ground invasion of Gaza by the Israeli forces. Secretary of State Antony Blinken disclosed Biden’s impending trip on Monday. “The President will reaffirm the United States’ … Read more

Dabiri-Erewa Congratulates Two Nigerian-Americans Ogwumike & Imasogie On Nomination By Biden

by
L-R: Chinenye Ogwumike, America's president Joe Biden and, Osagie Imasogie.

Eko Hot Blog reports that Abike Dabiri-Erewa, the Chairman/CEO, Nigerians in Diaspora Commission (NIDCOM) has congratulated the duo of Chinenye Ogwumike and Osagie Imasogie on their nomination into the Advisory Council on Africa Diaspora Engagement by President Joe Biden of US. In a statement by the Commission’s Head of Media and Public Relations, Abdur-Rahman Balogun, … Read more

US President, Biden Hails Tinubu For ‘Strong Leadership’

by
US President

EKO HOT BLOG reports that the President of the United States of America, Joe Biden has commended President Bola Tinubu for his “strong leadership”. Biden stated in his reaction to the coup in Niger Republic. EDITOR’S PICKS Obi Supporters In Diaspora Reject Judgement, Back Supreme Court Move Ondo Governor Akeredolu Resumes Office, Writes State Assembly … Read more

Ex-US President Trump Suffers Third Criminal Indictment Over Bid To Overturn 2020 Election Loss

by

Eko Hot Blog reports that Former United States (US) President Donald Trump has been charged with plotting to overturn his 2020 election defeat. He is accused of four counts including conspiracy to defraud the US, tampering with a witness and conspiracy against the rights of citizens. EDITOR’S PICKS Kayokayo Festival: Epe Ogunmodede Club Defeats Epe … Read more

EXPLAINER: What Expiration Of Title 42 Means For Immigrants Passing US Border

by
US border patrol personnel organise a group of families near San Diego, California, on Tuesday, as Title 42 neared its end (Photo: Mike Blake/Reuters)

The administration of former United States (US) President Donald Trump invoked the Title 42 statute in March 2020. The statute allowed US authorities to swiftly remove migrants crossing the border from Mexico, including asylum seekers. The administration cited the need to stop the spread of Covid-19 across its borders. Eko Hot Blog reports that Title … Read more

US: Biden Announces Reelection Bid, Sets Up Potential Rematch With Trump

by
Aid workers Gaza

Biden is aiming to overcome voter concerns about the economy and inflation. Some voters have also raised concerns about the age of the oldest president in US history.  His bid will likely set up another bruising rematch with Trump, who lost the 2020 presidential election. Eko Hot Blog reports that United States President, Joe Biden, … Read more

Jack Teixeira: US Arrests 21-Year-Old Suspect In Pentagon Documents Leak

by

US intelligence documents circulated on social media in recent months. The leak was allegedly spearheaded by a 21-year-old Air National Guardsman. The leak included US secrets about Ukraine, Russia, and other allies and foes. Eko Hot Blog reports that Jack Teixeira, a 21-year-old member of the Massachusetts Air National Guard has been arrested over the … Read more

© 2026 Ekohotblog. All rights reserved.