John Kerry

Abbas to Kerry: Stop Israel's 'Escalation'

PA Chairman blames Israel for the ongoing tensions in Jerusalem, says it will cause more violence and extremism in the region.

Kerry Apologizes to Netanyahu for 'Chickens**t' Comments

Secretary of State clarifies to Netanyahu that the "chickens**t" comments do not reflect the position of the American government.

White House shakeup?

US Officials Say Obama May Replace Kerry

Senators and White House officials reveal Obama may get rid of Kerry and Hagel; Kerry 'untethered from the White House' like an astronaut.

Kerry Reiterates Call to Reopen Temple Mount to Muslims

In a statement, Secretary of State condemns shooting of Yehuda Glick but also calls 'to maintain the status quo.'

Kerry Calls 'Chickens**t' Slur 'Disgraceful and Damaging'

Personal insults against Netanyahu are 'unacceptable' says US Sec. of State; Kerry vows to restart talks with PA to avoid 'Arab-Israeli PM.'

Anti-Israel Restaurant Receives Funding from Kerry's Wife

Food cart that hands out anti-Israel propaganda with its sandwiches has received funding from a foundation run by the Heinz Endowment.

Ya'alon Refused Meetings with Biden and Kerry

The Obama administration refused to allow Israel's Defense Minister to meet top officials during his visit to the United States.

Steinitz: Kerry's Comments Strengthened Political Deadlock

Intelligence Minister blasts 'unfortunate' link US made between peace talks and ISIS, in latest condemnation of Kerry's faux pas.

Ya'alon Warns Bennett Over Kerry Criticism

Defense Minister rebukes Bennett for 'casting a shadow' over shared US-Israel 'interests and values,' particularly defense funding.

State Department Accuses Bennett of 'Distorting' Kerry Comments

Marie Harf apparently misses reaction from Gilad Erdan, accuses Bennett of 'politics of distortion' for reacting to Kerry comments.

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After three-day chag, here are some important news highlights since Wednesday night.

PLO Supports Kerry Claim That 'Israeli Occupation' Behind ISIS

Peace talks, ISIS certainly linked, PLO claims, saying backlash supports jihadism. Meanwhile, US scrambles to deny link.

Minister Erdan: Kerry 'Broke Record' for Lack of Understanding

Communications Minister adds voice to criticism of US Secretary of State's comments blaming Israeli-Palestinian conflict for rise of ISIS.

Bennett Blasts Kerry's Comments Blaming Israel for Rise of ISIS

'Even when a British Muslim beheads a British Christian, there will always be those who blame the Jews,' Minister laments.

Kerry Blames ISIS on Failure in Israeli Peace Talks

US Secretary of State says failure to implement 'two-state solution' - not apathy to Islamism - has led to rise of ISIS worldwide.

Iran Amused as John Kerry's Jet Breaks Down in Vienna

Iranian Foreign Minister chuckles at 'irony' as fuel-tank problems forced top diplomat to fly home on commercial airliner.

Kerry: Iran Deal Still Possible

U.S. Secretary of State John Kerry says deal with Iran isn't out of reach, though there are "tough issues" to resolve.

Kerry Meets Abbas, Discusses Peace Efforts

PA Chairman and U.S. Secretary of State meet on sidelines of donor conference in Cairo, as Kerry restarts peace efforts.

Ban Ki Moon to Visit Gaza Tuesday; Qatar Donates $1 Billion

Mega-conference on 'rebuilding Gaza' hailed as victory by Hamas as int'l aid money pours in; FM: no rebuilding without Israel's consent.

Optimistic or obtuse?

Kerry to Push for Return to Peace Talks in Cairo

Unperturbed by collapse of last talks and Hamas terror war, US officials say Kerry on Sunday will try to restart process at Gaza donor meet.

Ashton to Meet Iran's Zarif Next Week

As Iranian opposition reveals secret nuke research, EU's foreign policy chief announces meeting with Iranian Foreign Minister.

Kerry Urged to Investigate Misuse of UNRWA Facilities in Gaza

Congressman Brian Higgins and Representative Doug Collins call to investigate use of UNRWA facilities to maintain rocket stockpiles.

Kerry to Participate in Gaza Rebuilding Conference

Secretary of State John Kerry to take part in a conference on rebuilding Gaza, scheduled to be held in Cairo next week.

Saudi Arabia to Get Advanced PAC-3 Patriot Missiles

The United States on Wednesday authorized a $1.75 billion arms deal for Saudi Arabia to upgrade its aging Patriot defense system.

88 Senators to Kerry: Hand Gaza to the PA

Senators urge the Obama administration to act to take Gaza away from Hamas and hand it over to the PA.

Kerry: Assad Will be Held to Account for Using Chlorine

Secretary of State John warns Assad's regime it would be held to account for using chlorine gas against civilians.

Kerry Meets Iranian Counterpart to Discuss Nuclear Program

U.S. Secretary of State John Kerry meets Iranian Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif as talks between Iran and six world powers continue.

Kerry: Assad Violated Chemical Weapons Treaty

Secretary of State says there is evidence that Syrian President is using chlorine gas “in violation” of a global chemical weapons treaty.

Liberman to Kerry: We'll Help Fight ISIS

Speaking to US Secretary of State John Kerry, Foreign Minister Avigdor Liberman said that Israel was prepared to help defeat Islamic State.

Enemies or allies?

Kerry 'Won't Rule Out' Military Cooperation With Iran

After not including Iran in anti-Islamic State coalition, Kerry backtracks even as Khamenei rejects US cooperation.

Kerry Lauds Egypt's 'Frontline' Role against Islamism

US Secretary of State meets Al-Sisi to gain support for a broad coalition of countries to fight IS.

Kerry Rules Out Iran's Involvement in IS Campaign

Secretary of State says it would be inappropriate for Iran to attend a meeting in Paris on how to defeat the Islamic State group.

10 Arab Countries Back U.S. Campaign Against IS

United States receives the backing of 10 Arab countries for a "coordinated military campaign" against Islamic State fighters.

Report: Israel Helping US Build Int'l Coalition Against IS

40 countries reportedly interested in joining forces to stop Islamists from spreading; Israel allegedly sending US information to help.

Erekat to Present US with 'Timetable' for Judea-Samaria Pullout

Reports from Palestinian sources claim PA to approach Kerry with schedule for withdrawal to 1949 Armistice lines.

Obama to Send Kerry to Middle East Over IS Threat

U.S. President working on coalition to combat the Islamic State, admits he does not yet have a strategy to combat the group in Syria.

Abbas to Submit 'Surprising' Proposal to Kerry

PA head says he will present a diplomatic solution next week which Washington will probably not like - but which he will insist on.

While the US 'Reviews,' EU Calls for Disarming Hamas

American vacillation over demands to disarm terrorist groups in Gaza contrasts with Europe's surprising support of Israeli position.

Report: Germany Spied on Clinton and Kerry

Germany's foreign intelligence agency eavesdropped on U.S. Secretary of State John Kerry and his predecessor Hillary Clinton, reports say.

Official Denies Netanyahu-Kerry Phone Call Was 'Cut Off'

Israeli official says Netanyahu had to hang up to call bereaved family, says phone call returned on Tuesday.

Kerry: Use Ceasefire to Resume Peace Talks

Secretary of State says the ceasefire in Gaza should be used to resume broader peace negotiations for a "two-state solution".

Netanyahu and Kerry's Phone Call 'Mysteriously' Cut Off

State Department says phone call between PM Netanyahu and Secretary of State Kerry was disconnected, but says it was a technical issue.

Crying "Ceasefire" in a Crowded Military Theater

Netanyahu Told US: Never Second-Guess Me Again on Hamas

Binyamin Netanyahu allegedly called up Daniel Shapiro and John Kerry to say 'I told you so' after Hamas broke truce.

German Paper Claims Israel Spied on Kerry During Peace Talks

Der Spiegel says Israel and at least one other intelligence agency eavesdropped on telephone conversations during failed talks.

US Promises Intelligence Aid to Locate Abducted Soldier

John Kerry assures Yair Lapid that the US will aid in search for Lt. Hadar Goldin, as operation find abducted soldier continues.

Kerry Demands Hamas Release Kidnapped IDF Soldier

Secretary of State condemns Hamas's violation of ceasefire, calls for release of Second Lieutenant Hadar Goldin.

Netanyahu: Hamas Will 'Bear the Consequences' for Abduction

PM says Israel will 'take all necessary steps' after Hamas breaks ceasefire to kill two soldiers, take another hostage.

Kerry: Israel and Hamas Agreed to 72-Hour Ceasefire

Israel and Hamas have agreed to a 72-hour ceasefire starting Friday morning, according to Secretary of State Kerry.

State Department: Kerry Has 'Made Progress' in Ceasefire Bid

State Department says Kerry has "made some progress" in talks to reach a ceasefire in Gaza, but "we're not there yet".

Kerry Still 'Hopeful' For Ceasefire - But Not Sure When

On visit to India US Secretary of State John Kerry says he's still optimistic for a truce, though fighting shows no signs of abating.

State Department Hits Back at Israeli Criticism Over Kerry

Spokeswoman Marie Harf calls criticism at Kerry's cease-fire proposal 'offensive and absurd,' says US giving Israel 'unprecedented support.'

PLO: US Backs Hamas in Ceasefire Talks

PA officials accuse John Kerry of plot to 'get rid of the PLO,' back Muslim Brotherhood through Hamas; Abbas said to be 'furious'.

Kerry: Netanyahu Asked Me to Help Broker Gaza Ceasefire

US Secretary of State rebuffs criticism from Israeli press, says his efforts are 'about Israel's right to defend itself'.

Kerry: Truce Deal 'Must Lead to the Disarmament of Hamas'

US, EU, UN pressure builds to accept internationally-mediated truce deal, despite heavy rocket fire on Israel.

Danny Dayan: Obama, Kerry Caused 'Long-Term Damage'

Danny Dayan of the Council of Judea and Samaria said that the Obama administration suffered from a 'perversion of morality'

Kerry 'Tunneling Under Egyptian Ceasefire Deal', Says Minister

Israeli anger at US envoy for his attempt to forge a ceasefire with Hamas sponsors Turkey, Qatar, in Paris talks.

Report: Israel Agrees to 12-Hour Ceasefire

U.S. official says Israel has agreed to a 12-hour unilateral ceasefire, as Kerry says he will continue efforts to secure a ceasefire.

Reports: Humanitarian Cease-Fire Due in 2-3 Days

Varying reports claim US Secretary of State John Kerry is inching closer to a successful truce; Security Cabinet to convene on terms Friday.

Kerry Focusing on Humanitarian Ceasefire

U.S. focusing on a week-long humanitarian ceasefire, during which intensive negotiations will tackle other disputes, according to officials.