Robbie Gramer

Robbie Gramer was a staff writer at Foreign Policy from 2016-2024.

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Biden speaks about the withdrawal of U.S. troops from Afghanistan in the White House.
Biden speaks about the withdrawal of U.S. troops from Afghanistan in the White House.

U.S. Bucks Won’t Stop in Afghanistan

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Robbie Gramer, Jack Detsch
U.S. President Joe Biden leaves after speaking to U.S. State Department staff.
U.S. President Joe Biden leaves after speaking to U.S. State Department staff.

Biden to Announce Nominees for Key Diplomatic Posts

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Robbie Gramer, Jack Detsch
U.S. soldiers board a helicopter in Korengal Valley.
U.S. soldiers board a helicopter in Korengal Valley.

Biden to Complete Full Afghanistan Withdrawal by Sept. 11

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Robbie Gramer, Jack Detsch
Then-U.S. Ambassador to Malta Gina Abercrombie-Winstanley
Then-U.S. Ambassador to Malta Gina Abercrombie-Winstanley

State Dept. Out to Tackle Diversity Failings With New Appointment

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Robbie Gramer
U.S. President Joe Biden leaves after an event at the South Court Auditorium at the Eisenhower Executive Office Building in Washington on April 7.
U.S. President Joe Biden leaves after an event at the South Court Auditorium at the Eisenhower Executive Office Building in Washington on April 7.

Has Biden Shut the Door on Open Skies?

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Jack Detsch, Robbie Gramer
An Ukrainian serviceman stands in position on the front line with Russia-backed separatists in Donetsk region on February 19, 2021.
An Ukrainian serviceman stands in position on the front line with Russia-backed separatists in Donetsk region on February 19, 2021.

Russia’s Buildup Near Ukraine Puts Team Biden on Edge

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Amy Mackinnon, Jack Detsch, Robbie Gramer
Ukrainian servicemen stand in position on the front line.
Ukrainian servicemen stand in position on the front line.

Russia Escalates Conflict in Ukraine

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Robbie Gramer, Amy Mackinnon, Jack Detsch
The International Criminal Court's chief prosecutor, Fatou Bensouda, holds a press conference.
The International Criminal Court's chief prosecutor, Fatou Bensouda, holds a press conference.

Biden Plans to Repeal Trump-Era Sanctions on ICC

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Colum Lynch, Robbie Gramer
A World Health Organization official speaks to health workers in Liberia.
A World Health Organization official speaks to health workers in Liberia.

WHO Says COVID-19 Likely Started With Animals, Not Laboratory Leak

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Robbie Gramer, Amy Mackinnon, Colum Lynch
Biden speaks about national vaccine efforts at the White House.
Biden speaks about national vaccine efforts at the White House.

Why Is U.S. National Security Run by a Bunch of Benchwarmers?

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Robbie Gramer, Jack Detsch
Jeffrey Feltman speaks at the United Nations.
Jeffrey Feltman speaks at the United Nations.

Biden Eyes Former Top U.N. Official for Horn of Africa Envoy

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Robbie Gramer, Colum Lynch
Russian President Vladimir Putin and Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi meet in Brazil.
Russian President Vladimir Putin and Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi meet in Brazil.

Russian Arms Sale Clouds U.S.-India Ties

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Jack Detsch, Robbie Gramer
U.S. Secretary of Defense Lloyd Austin and South Korean Defense Minister Suh Wook visit the National Cemetery in Seoul on March 18.
U.S. Secretary of Defense Lloyd Austin and South Korean Defense Minister Suh Wook visit the National Cemetery in Seoul on March 18.

Team Biden’s Asia Tour Shows Alliances Aren’t Easy

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Jack Detsch, Robbie Gramer
Tanzanian President John Magufuli greets crowds before a speech.
Tanzanian President John Magufuli greets crowds before a speech.

Tanzanian Leader Who Downplayed Pandemic Dies

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Lynsey Chutel, Robbie Gramer
Sen. Chris Coons speaks at a Senate hearing.
Sen. Chris Coons speaks at a Senate hearing.

Biden Dispatches Senate Ally to Ethiopia to Address Crisis

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