Trump tells Jordanian King US embassy to be moved
US president tells King Abdullah that US embassy in Israel is to be relocated to Jerusalem.
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US president tells King Abdullah that US embassy in Israel is to be relocated to Jerusalem.

Arab Knesset faction criticizes US president for reportedly seeking to move US embassy to Jerusalem.

Abbas reportedly tells POTUS there will be no Palestinian state without its capital in Jerusalem as Trump reveals intention to move embassy.

Senior adviser to Abbas tells reporters Trump would end chances for 'deal of the century' by saying Jerusalem is Israel's capital.

European Union foreign minister warns White House of 'consequences' and 'serious repercussions' if Trump recognizes Israeli capital.

Turkish President Recep Erdogan calls recognition of Jerusalem as Israel's capital a 'red line', threatens to break off ties with Israel.

'Jerusalem is Israel's capital, that's where our embassy should be.' Governor Rick Scott calls on President Trump to transfer US embassy.

US embassies around the world directed to prepare for impending statement by President Trump recognizing Jerusalem as Israel's capital.

Trump allows 6-month waiver permitting US embassy to remain in Tel Aviv to lapse, prompting speculation embassy move may be underway.

Deputy chair of Democratic National Committee Keith Ellison warns President Trump against recognizing Jerusalem as Israel's capital.

Saudi Ambassador to Washington warns Trump administration against recognizing Jerusalem as the capital of the state of Israel.

French President warns Trump against unilaterally recognizing Jerusalem as the capital of Israel.

White House says decision on embassy waiver will be delayed until after Monday.

U.S. Supreme Court rules that ban on travel to the United States by residents of six mostly Muslim countries will be fully implemented.

'After Obama, Netanyahu finally has a real friend in the White House,' says former US Ambassador to the UN, John Bolton.

Justice Minister encourages President Trump to recognize Israeli sovereignty in Jerusalem, move embassy. 'That would be enough for us now.'

Justice Minister Shaked refers to the transfer of the US Embassy to Jerusalem, calls on President Donald Trump to 'just do it!'

Head of Republicans Overseas in Israel pushes back on suggestion that recognizing Jerusalem without moving embassy would be insignificant.

President Trump reportedly 'exasperated' over bureaucratic objections to moving embassy to Jerusalem.

Turkish government issues public warning to Trump administration, claiming that relocating embassy to Jerusalem would cause a 'catastrophe'.

Arab League head Ahmed Abul Gheit warns Trump against recognizing Jerusalem as Israel's capital.

Trump’s national security advisor says the president has not yet made a decision on whether to move the U.S. embassy in Israel to Jerusalem.

Sheikh Muhammad Hussein, Grand Mufti of "Palestine", says recognizing Jerusalem as Israel's capital is an attack on Muslims.

PA chairman is trying to recruit Arab leaders to convince Trump not to recognize Jerusalem, but they are not cooperating.

Efrat mayor and Yesha envoy praises Kushner's comments on Mideast peace, says Trump's son-in-law understands need for 'ground up' approach.

Watch: With December 4th deadline looming, President Trump's son-in-law says no decision reached. 'He's still looking at the issue.'

President's son-in-law says Trump 'personally' invested in reaching Israeli-Arab peace deal, believes it's key to stabilizing region.

Journalist tells Arutz Sheva possible relocation of US Embassy to Jerusalem to be decided over next 24 hours.

US official tells Arutz Sheva recognition of Jerusalem as capital would partially fulfill US President Trump's promise to move US Embassy.

PA officials criticize reports that Trump is planning to recognize Jerusalem as Israel's capital.

Unnamed official says Trump will deliver a speech on Wednesday recognizing Jerusalem as Israel’s capital.

London Mayor Sadiq Khan calls on British government to cancel any official state visit by Trump following Twitter incident.

State Department spokeswoman refutes reports that Trump intends to replace Secretary of State, says Tillerson plans to stay on.

Senior official in Washington says Trump is interested in recognizing Jerusalem, without moving the embassy for now.

Popular TV hosts hit back at President Trump after president mentioned 2001 death in Scarborough's office.

NYT claims President Trump planning to install Iran deal opponents Mike Pompeo, Tom Cotton to State Dept., CIA in coming weeks.

British government, ADL and others criticize Trump for retweeting videos on Muslims posted by extremist British group.

Trump administration says reports that president is planning to announce embassy move, recognition of Jerusalem, are 'premature'.

Israeli officials say President Trump preparing to recognize Jerusalem as capital of Israel, move US embassy to Jerusalem.

Vice Pres. Pence addresses 70th anniversary of historic UN vote on establishment of Israel. 'Trump admin. will always stand with Israel.'

President Trump says he turned down being named TIME's "Person of the Year". Magazine denies.

Sources say the Trump administration will keep PLO mission in Washington open for at least 90 days, but limit its activity.

Vanity Fair discloses details on classified information that Trump allegedly revealed to Russians in May.

Pence first senior White House official to address Knesset since President Bush visit in 2008.

PA suspends all meetings with US officials after US decides to close PLO office in Washington DC.

North Korea steps up repression of own citizens as US declares rogue regime a state sponsor of terror.

Former WH communications director speaks with Arutz Sheva, hails a 'new era' in US-Israel relations. 'Trump has firm commitment to Israel.'

U.S. President says there will be more sanctions against North Korea after declaring it a state sponsor of terrorism.


Senior White House official says report which outlined peace plan for Israel and PA was misleading.

Air Force Gen. John Hyten says he will push back if ordered by Trump to carry out a nuclear attack he believes is illegal.

Trump calls Clinton "the worst loser of all time", urges her to get on with her life.

PA surprised over threats by the United States to shut down the PLO office in Washington unless it starts serious talks with Israel.

US 'peace plan' includes land swaps, but excludes expulsions. Sources say land swaps won't necessarily be along pre-1967 borders.

Senate Democrats introduce legislation blocking the administration from barring refugees based on what country they are from.

Six congressional Democrats file articles of impeachment, beginning effort to remove President Trump from office.

State media gives Trump a 'death sentence' and mocks him for failing to visit North Korean border. 'It wasn't the weather.'

Senior South Korean official says Trump should “under no circumstances” take military action against North Korea without Seoul's consent.

Trump delivers remarks following his trip to Asia, says the goal is to denuclearize North Korea.

Ambassador David Friedman says Trump's Middle East peace plan will be revealed 'in a few months'.
