State Department: Israel Has the Right to Defend Itself
Deputy State Department spokeswoman says U.S. supports Israel’s "right to self-defense" in the wake of Israel's airstrikes in Syria.
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State Department 'Very Concerned' Over Missing Yeshiva Boys
State Department says it is working with Israel and PA to locate missing yeshiva students.
U.S.: There's Not Much Abbas Can Do About Rocket Attacks
State Department condemns rocket fire from Gaza, but says Abbas cannot do much to stop the attacks despite pact with Hamas.
U.S.: There Are No Hamas Members in Unity Government
State Department rejects Israel’s disappointment over its intent to cooperate with the Hamas-Fatah government.
Israel Disappointed with U.S. Reaction to Hamas-Fatah Gov't
Israel says it is "deeply disappointed" by the United States’ readiness to work with the new PA unity government.
U.S. Suspends Military Assistance to Thailand
United States suspends $3.5 million in military assistance for Thailand, a response to the army staging a coup in the country.
U.S. Not Planning to Present New Peace Initiative
Kerry is preoccupied with "everything from Ukraine to South Sudan" and not dealing with Israel-PA peace, says spokeswoman.
State Department Dismisses Bennett's Annexation Plan
State Department spokeswoman says Bennett's plan to annex Area C doesn't reflect the Israeli government's position.
Watch: Psaki Gets Defensive When Asked About Indyk's Rant
State Department spokeswoman gets defensive when reporters ask her about Martin Indyk's alleged rant against Israel.
Iran Angry Over State Department's Terrorism Report
Iran blasts U.S. for naming it a state sponsor of terrorism in annual report.
Erdan: US In No Position to 'Grade' Us on 'Price Tag' Attacks
A US report that slams Israel for failing to prevent 'price tag' attacks is unfair, Communications Minister Gilad Erdan said.
Livni Slams 'Price Tag' Attacks as 'Hate Crimes'
Livni takes advantage of U.S. report that criticized “price tag” attacks to slam these incidents as “hate crimes” that “destroy Israel.”
US State Dept. Anti-Terrorism Report Focuses on 'Price Tagging'
Report calls on UN, NGOs to prosecute 'settlers' for ruining property - but not Palestinian Arab terrorists for trying to kill Israelis.
Kerry's Spokeswoman Has Trouble Explaining 'Apartheid' Comments
Jen Psaki stumbles when asked about Kerry’s remarks that Israel risks becoming an "apartheid state".
United States Denies Peace Talks Have Failed
Peace talks haven't failed but are in a "moment of transition", claims State Department spokeswoman Jen Psaki.
State Department: Both Israel, PA Have Made 'Unhelpful' Steps
United States lays the blame on both Israel and the PA for failure of peace talks, says efforts to salvage them will continue.
U.S. Backs Israel's Move to Cancel Talks with PA
State Department says Israel can't be expected "to negotiate with a government that does not believe in its right to exist."
US to Revoke Aid to PA Over Threats to Dismantle?
State Department official hints that financial aid, political support for the Palestinian Arabs to be 'seriously harmed' if PA disbanded.
US Ambassador Says End to Visa Crisis Coming
Despite doubling in visa rejection rates for young Israelis, US ambassador to Israel stresses the days of the US visa are numbered.
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".
State Department: Talks Continue, but No Progress
Jen Psaki says a new round of talks between Israel and the PA but says "any speculation about an agreement are premature."
State Department: Cutting Contacts with PA is 'Unfortunate'
State Department spokeswoman denounces Netanyahu's order to limit his cabinet's contacts with their counterparts in the PA.
US Blacklists Salafist Group as Terror Organization
Ansar Bayt al-Maqdis, Salafist group responsible for terror attacks in Egypt, Sinai, and Israel, now defined as terror group in US.
U.S. Dissatisfied with Iran's Hostage Taker Ambassador
Obama administration says Iran's nomination of a former hostage-taker as its ambassador to the United Nations is "extremely troubling".
State Department Denies Israel-PA Talks are Failing
U.S. denies that the peace talks have failed, despite earlier reports that Israel is refusing to release the fourth batch of terrorists.
State Department Takes 5 Days to Condemn Iran's Holocaust Denial
State Department condemns Iran’s Supreme Leader, but only after an investigative report reveals it failed to do so for five days.
U.S. Warns Egypt Against Executing Brotherhood Supporters
Executing 529 Brotherhood supporters may affect the aid that Washington provides to Cairo, says State Department.
Turkey's Twitter Ban Met with Condemnation
White House, State Department and even Turkey's president criticize Ankara's banning of popular social networking site.
Peak in US Rejection of Israeli Visa Requests
80% rise in visa rejections in part of growing trend that Foreign Ministry criticizes as being 'political.'
State Department Takes Issue with Erekat
United States expresses concern over comments against Israel by chief PA negotiator, says they are "unhelpful".
'State Dept. Opposes US Law, Kerry's Senate Record'
NCYI accuses State Department of breaching 1995 Jerusalem Embassy Act and Kerry's senate position by criticizing building plans.
State Department Criticizes New Jerusalem Construction
State Department spokeswoman: New construction in Jerusalem is a "unilateral action" that "prejudges issues."
State Department: Attacks on Kerry Are Unacceptable
Israeli criticism of Kerry's peace efforts "distort his records and distract from key issues," says State Dept. spokeswoman.
State Department Warns Against Travel to Judea, Samaria and Gaza
The United States encourages Israel to release terrorists, but warns its citizens against traveling to the region due to "violence".
State Department: Kerry 'Frustrated' by Claims He's Anti-Israel
State Department spokeswoman Jen Psaki says Kerry has "proud record of over three decades of steadfast support for Israel’s security."
U.S., UN Horrified by Photo Evidence of Syria War Crimes
Photos which show that Syrian government officials committed war crimes are 'horrible to look at,' says State Dept. Spokeswoman.
U.S. Welcomes Decision to Disinvite Iran from Geneva II
State Department hopes "all parties can now return to focus on the task at hand" after UN's Ban cancels Iran's invitation to Geneva II.
United States Welcomes Netanyahu-Abdullah Meeting
State Department spokeswoman says U.S. was aware in advance of PM Netanyahu's trip to Jordan.
State Department Refuses to Comment on PA Incitement
State Department Spokeswoman refuses to "give an analysis of every action" when asked by reporter about PA incitement.
U.S.: Iran Helping Assad 'Brutalize' His People
United States accuses Iran of helping "brutalize" Syria, says it should take "steps" to participate in Geneva peace conference.
US Congressmen to Kerry: Justify US Aid to UNRWA
Congressmen push US State Department to investigate and justify massive US financial aid to UNRWA after indoctrination charges.
Report: Kerry Letter Supporting Gaza Flotillas Misread
Maariv: Kerry letter allegedly supporting Gaza flotillas was auto-signed; US State Dept. denies connection with pro-Palestinian activists.
Kerry: New Sanctions At This Time Are a 'Mistake'
White House, State Department warn lawmakers that toughening the sanctions on Iran at this time would be wrong and lead to war.
‘We’re Here to Kill Americans’
Benghazi attackers left Libyans alive, targeted Westerners, officer says.
U.S. Shutdown May Delay Aid to Israel
A prolonged U.S. federal government shutdown could delay military assistance to Israel, says the State Department.
U.S.: No Decision Yet on Freezing Aid to Egypt
State Department says it has yet to make a decision on whether to freeze assistance to Egypt, says the matter is being reviewed.
Freed Terrorist Killed American Citizen, US 'Concerned'
State Department opposed release of terrorist who murdered former U.S. Marine in Israel. A7 posted his story before release.
U.S.: 'Settlements' Are Illegitimate
United States says it disapproves of construction in Judea and Samaria, after Israel approves construction of more than 800 units.
Negotiations Between Israel and PA to Resume
The U.S. State Department claimed meetings will be held in the coming weeks to get Israel and the PA to agree on core issues
U.S.: The Ball is in Iran's Court
State Department responds to Rouhani's call for "serious" talks, says Iran needs to take steps to meet its international obligations.
Some U.S. Embassies to Remain Closed Through Saturday
The U.S. State Department announces that it will extend the closure of 19 embassies and consulates in the Middle East through Saturday.
U.S. Warns of Possible Al-Qaeda Attack in August
The United States issued a worldwide alert, warning of plans by Al-Qaeda to launch an attack in the Middle East or North Africa in August.
Peace Talks Start Monday, Announces U.S.
Middle East peace talks will restart in Washington on Monday, the State Department announced on Sunday.
Saudi Arabia Congratulates New Egyptian Ruler, West ‘Concerned’
Saudi Arabia’s king has already congratulated Egypt’s new head of state, while Western leaders express concern and call for “dialogue.”
'Lost Music' of Holocaust Comes Alive Once Again
Music composed in Holocaust camps comes to life in U.S. concert.
New US, Israel Project on Self-Advocacy for Disabled
The US State Department is sponsoring a joint project with Israel around self-advocacy for those with intellectual disabilities.
U.S. Denounces Rise in Anti-Jewish, Anti-Muslim Sentiment
State Department report finds there is a rise of both anti-Muslim and anti-Jewish sentiment around the world.
U.S. Calls for 'Restraint' Over Temple Mount
The United States calls for both Israel and the PA to exercise restraint after the Grand Mufti is arrested for throwing chairs at Jews.
Syrian Aircraft Strike in Lebanon
Syrian aircraft bomb two locations in the eastern Lebanon town of Arsal. Washington denounces the act.
U.S. Urges Israel, PA to Show Restraint
The U.S. urges both Israelis and Arabs to exercise restraint as tensions mount over terrorist's death.
