Jim Risch
MontenegropoliticianMaleb. 19435.3Global Dominance: 0.02%Jim Risch is a prominent American politician serving as the junior United States Senator from Idaho since 2009. A member of the Republican Party, he has held various leadership roles, including chairman of the Senate Foreign Relations Committee. Risch is known for his strong stance on national security and international relations, often advocating for a robust U.S. foreign policy. His recent appearance in the news was due to his participation in a flight to Germany alongside Secretary of State Marco Rubio, which had to return to Washington due to a technical malfunction.
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Republican US Senator Jim Risch, who also chairs the US Senate Foreign Relations Committee, commented on the potential impact of the sanctions bill.
US Senate passes sweeping Russia sanctions bill
Taiwan· 2026-08-09
Senate Foreign Relations Committee Chairman Jim Risch stated that the measures could ultimately bring Russia back to the negotiating table.
Thượng viện Mỹ thông qua dự luật trừng phạt Nga
Vietnam· 2026-08-08
The ages range from 39 (Jon Ossoff of Georgia) to 83 (Jim Risch of Idaho).
Mitch McConnell, Lindsey Graham and an aging Congress
United States· 2026-07-29
Senator Jim Risch was present at the meeting with Alexander Stubb.
Zelenskyi tapasi Washingtonissa Donald Trumpin ja Alexander Stubbin
Finland· 2026-07-28
Jim Risch is a U.S. Senator and the chairman of the Senate Foreign Relations Committee.
Ofner Bokan prenijela Mandićeve stavove da srpski narod dijeli zajedničku istoriju stradanja sa jevrejskimMontenegro· 2026-07-25
Jim Risch's stance on the F-35 sale remains unclear.
Λύνοντας την εξίσωση των F-35
Greece· 2026-07-13
Jim Risch, a Republican senator from Idaho, emphasizes that the presence of the S-400 remains the main obstacle to restoring defense cooperation between Washington and Ankara.
Κορυφαία μέλη Κογκρέσου στην «Κ»: «Προϋπόθεση οι S-400 για τα F-35 στην Τουρκία»Greece· 2026-07-11
Senator Jim Risch has avoided directly supporting the sale of F-35s to Turkey.
Dünyanın gözü Ankara'da! NATO Zirvesi öncesi dikkat çeken iddia: 'Trump, Türkiye'ye F-35 satışını duyuracak'
Turkey· 2026-07-07
Jim Risch remains particularly cautious regarding the sale of F-35s to Turkey.
New York Times: Ο Τραμπ έτοιμος να επιτρέψει την πώληση F-35 στην ΤουρκίαGreece· 2026-07-07
US Senator Jim Risch has called for a review of the US-Uganda security relationship following the closure of media houses.
US Senator Risch calls for review of Uganda security ties over media shutdown
Kenya· 2026-06-30
Senator Jim Risch chaired the committee that approved the bill seeking a review of bilateral relations between the US and Tanzania.
US Senate advances Tanzania bill with emphasis on reforms
Tanzania· 2026-06-19
Jim Risch's reactions were deemed appropriate in light of the incident.
România a optat pentru dialog informal în loc de Articolul 4 NATO. George Râpă: „Oana Țoiu s-a antepronunțat înaintea CSAT, un gest neloial”
Romania· 2026-06-01
Jim Risch is a U.S. Senator who condemned the drone incident and called for a concrete response.
De ce evită Casa Albă un răspuns direct după cel mai grav incident din România? Explicațiile analiștilor privind strategia administrației TrumpRomania· 2026-05-31
Jim Risch condemned the incident in Galați, calling it an unacceptable violation of Romanian airspace.
Reacție dură de la vârful Senatului SUA după incidentul de la Galați: „Nu vom ceda un centimetru din NATO. Suntem alături de România”Romania· 2026-05-31
He raised the issue with senior Senate Foreign Relations Committee colleagues Republican Sen. Jim Risch and Democratic Sen. Jeanne Shaheen and former Sen. Robert Menendez in 2019.
Analysis: While MAGA faces challenges at home, Rubio seeks to export it abroadUnited States· 2026-02-17
Jim Risch is running for re-election and would finish his term at age 89 if successful.
Đề xuất giới hạn tuổi làm dậy sóng chính trường MỹVietnam· 2026-02-09
US senator Jim Risch criticized the delays in Taiwan's defense budget.
US senators criticize defense budget delaysTaiwan· 2026-02-07
Jim Risch, the US Senate Foreign Relations Committee Chairperson, criticized Muhoozi for his statements and suggested a reevaluation of US-Uganda relations.
'You've crossed the red line!' US rebukes Muhoozi after controversial tweetsKenya· 2026-01-31
Senator Jim Risch warned that General Muhoozi's actions violated diplomatic protocol and could undermine bilateral relations.
US warns Uganda over General Muhoozi’s tweets, signals review of security tiesTanzania· 2026-01-31Idaho Republican Sen. Jim Risch planned to open the hearing by lauding Trump and Rubio for making Americans safer with the military actions in and around Venezuela.
Rubio to warn that U.S. is ready to use force if Venezuela’s new leaders stray from goals
Canada· 2026-01-28
Senator Jim Risch is a Republican who chairs the Senate Foreign Relations Committee and has called for possible sanctions against Ugandan leaders.
Ugandan opposition leader eludes arrest as manhunt grips countryCanada· 2026-01-27
Jim Risch, a U.S. Republican senator, criticized South Africa's decision to host the naval exercise.
Iran defies pressure to withdraw from BRICS military exerciseCanada· 2026-01-14
Senator Jim Risch is one of the Republican senators who signed the letter to Trump.
Сенатори США закликали Трампа конфіскувати російські активи для допомоги Україні
Ukraine· 2025-12-19
Jim Risch is a U.S. Senator from Idaho who supports the repeal of the Jackson-Vanik amendment.
США предлагают отменить торговые барьеры с Казахстаном
Kazakhstan· 2025-11-11
Senator Jim Risch defended Trump's authority as commander-in-chief regarding military actions.
US Senate blocks resolution that would have kept Trump from striking Venezuela
Guyana· 2025-11-07
Jim Risch, a Republican Senator, criticized Biya's government for its handling of the election and its treatment of political opponents.
Cameroon security forces killed 48 in election protests, UN sources sayTanzania· 2025-11-04
Jim Risch is a Republican senator who heads the Senate foreign relations committee.
Pressure mounts on UAE to halt arms sales to Sudanese militiaCanada· 2025-10-31
Senator Jim Risch urged the Trump administration to designate the RSF as a terrorist organization.
טבח המוני במחלקת היולדות: 2,000 נרצחו בעיר שהעולם הפקיר
Israel· 2025-10-29
Jim Risch asked questions during León's confirmation hearing.
El nuevo embajador de Trump en España azuza la polémica por el gasto militar: “Es un grave error. No solo preocupa al presidente, también al Congreso” | Internacional
Spain· 2025-10-23
Jim Risch is the Republican committee chair on the Senate Foreign Relations Committee.
Albanese defends US ambassador after Trump clash
Australia· 2025-10-21
