Jay Carney

U.S. Criticizes PA Moves, Israel's Sanctions

White House says the PA's unilateral moves hurt peace, as State Department says Israel's sanctions on the PA are "unfortunate".

White House: No Visa to Iranian Hostage Taker

The Obama administration officially informs Iran that Tehran's choice as its next UN ambassador will be denied a visa.

U.S. Condemns Iran Over Weapons Ship

Iran's attempt to send weapons to Gaza is a violation of a UN Security Council resolution, says White House spokesman Jay Carney.

US and Israel Worked Together to Track, Raid Iranian Weapon Ship

White House reveals its role in the raid, follows Israel's lead in calling on the international community to condemn Iran.

Kiev: Tensions Heat Up as High-Profile Activist Cries 'Torture'

Activist surfaces bloody and broken after having gone missing for a week; protestors rally around him despite government concessions.

Obama Threatens Veto as Senators Promote New Iran Sanctions

White House threatened to use its veto power against legislation that would impose new sanctions on Iran.

U.S. Remains Hopeful for Deal with Iran

"We hope that an agreement can be reached" with Iran, says White House spokesperson Jay Carney.

U.S.: Iran Showed 'Seriousness' in Geneva Talks

Iran showed a greater level of "seriousness and substance" in nuclear talks, says White House spokesman.

White House 'Understand's Israeli Skepticism on Iran'

Jay Carney, White House Press Secretary responds to Netanyahu's warnings to Iran at the UN.

U.S. to Russia: Don't Give Snowden a 'Propaganda Platform'

Letting Snowden stay in Russia is counter to the government's previous declarations, says White House spokesman.

Russia Accuses Syrian Rebels of Using Sarin Gas

Russia's UN envoy says he handed over evidence which indicates that the rebels used sarin gas in March. White House skeptical.

White House Cautious About Saying 'Coup' Happened in Egypt

White House spokesman says the U.S. needs to review what happened in Egypt, when asked if Obama sees the regime change as a coup.

U.S.: Much Work Needed to Confirm Syria's Use of Chemicals

White House spokesman Jay Carney says “much more” work needs to be done to verify assessments that Syria used chemical weapons.

U.S. Not Yet Sure About Assad's Use of Chemical Weapons

The United States has not yet concluded that Syrian President Bashar al-Assad’s regime used chemical weapons, says the White House.

U.S. 'Won't be Surprised' if North Korea Launches a Missile

White House press secretary says the American administration would not be surprised if North Korea launches a missile.

Obama Won't Present New Peace Initiative During Israel Trip

President Barack Obama’s upcoming visit to Israel is not meant at presenting a new proposal for peace talks, the White House clarifies.

White House Confirms Obama's Visit to Israel

White House Press Secretary Jay Carney confirms that Obama will visit Israel, says more details will be released later.

White House: Ankara Suicide Bombing a Terror Attack

"A suicide bombing on the perimeter of an embassy is by definition an act of terror," says White House spokesman Jay Carney.

White House Falters on Legitimacy of Iranian Government

Just hours after Hagel's testimony, White House press secretary Jay Carney faltered regarding legitimacy of Iranian government.

U.S. Officials Silent on Israeli Airstrike in Syria

White House, State Department refuse to comment when asked whether Israel had carried out an airstrike in Syria.

U.S. Doesn't Believe Reports of Fordow Explosion

"We have no information to confirm" that an explosion at the Iranian Fordow nuclear plant took place, says White House Spokesman.

Obama to Speak with Netanyahu Soon

White House congratulates Israel on election, repeats desire for direct talks between Israel, PA.

White House Admits Libya Attack was Terrorism

No longer calling Benghazi attack "spontaneous," spokesman Carney says it is "self evident" that it was terrorism.

U.S. to Israel: If You Attack, We Don’t Have Your Back

General Martin Dempsey: "I don't want to be complicit" if Israel chooses to attack Iran.

U.S.: There's Still Time for Diplomacy with Iran

White House Spokesman Jay Carney clarifies that the U.S. believes "there is time and space" for diplomacy with Iran.

White House: We Have Eyes Inside Iran's Nuclear Facilities

White House spokesman Jay Carney says the U.S. has real-time information on the Iranian nuclear program.

White House Spokesman Agrees with Netanyahu on Iran

A spokesman for the White House says U.S. agrees with PM Netanyahu that Iran has not yet decided to abandon its nukes.

Video: O Jerusalem, Obama Has Forgotten Thee

Emergency Committee for Israel has issued a short video tracking the Obama administration's deteriorating stance on Jerusalem.

Video: White House Evades Question About Israel's Capital

White House spokesman Jay Carney evaded a question at a press briefing regarding which city the U.S. considers to be the capital of Israel.

White House Urges International Unity Against Assad

White House: Assad was lying when he denied his regime had any involvement in the Houla massacre.

U.S. Rejects Military Option in Syria

White House spokesman Jay Carney says military action in Syria would not be "the right course of action."

White House Doesn't Deny Obama, Sarkozy Conversation

The White House does not deny or confirm the conversation between Obama and Sarkozy, chooses to discuss peace process instead.