Clinton Betting Against Syria's Assad
Saying the Internet renders brutality 'unsustainable,' Us top diplomat Hillary Clinton is headed to Tunis for an int'l conference on Syria
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U.S. Criticizes Approval of Shilo Housing Units
The United States criticizes Israel for approving 500 housing units for Shilo: Israel’s “settlement activity” not “constructive”.
US: Assad Regime Aims Heavy Artillery at Civilians
US Ambassador Robert Ford warns the Assad regime is firing heavy artillery, intended for "full scale warfare," at civilians in simple homes.
Lieberman: US and Israel in Agreement on Iran
FM Lieberman sought to downplay tensions with the US over Iran by painting a rosy picture of his meeting with Hillary Clinton.
Clinton and Lieberman Meet After 18 Month Freeze
US Secretary of State Hillary Clinton and Foreign Minister Avigdor Lieberman met in Washington after Fatah, Hamas reconcile
US Explains Why It Cut Funds for PA's Sesame Street
The US explained in a briefing Tuesday why funding for the Palestinian Authority version of Sesame Street is being cut.
Obama Fails to Purchase Egypt's Elections
US president Barack Obama poured $200M into Egypt's liberal and secular parties only to see them decimated on election day.
US, French Ambassadors Return to Damascus
The U.S. and France have both returned their ambassadors to Damascus this week as the world hopes to see democracy in Syria.
Video: US Fudges on Hamas’ Standing in PA Elections
Should Hamas run in PA elections despite its being a terrorist group? US: It’s an “internal matter,” but, well, after all, maybe not.
Western Powers Warn Citizens, Leave Syria Now!
Westerns powers are warning their citizens to get out of Syria while they still can. The US embassy heightened an alert Wednesday.
More Sanctions on Iran by West
As Iran plays “coy” with the United Nations, Western countries prepare to impose tough new sanctions on the Islamic Republic.
Tough Questions for U.S. State Dept. Spokeswoman
U.S. State Department Spokeswoman grilled over the cutting of funds to UNESCO and Israel's sanctions on the PA.
Former US Ambassador Joining Flotilla to Gaza
A former US ambassador to Ecuador is joining the flotilla to Hamas-controlled Gaza despite State Department warning it is irresponsible.
‘Ofers’ Ships in Iran Carried IDF Choppers for Secret Mission’
The Ofer Brothers ships that docked in Iran, a basis for US sanctions, were carrying IDF choppers for secret missions, the London Times reports.
State Dept: Human Rights Abuses Span Middle East, Pakistan
The U.S. State Department cited countries across the Middle East and elsewhere in a report that said governments are suppressing human rights.
PA Incitement ‘Concerns’ US – After 4 Days of Silence
Abbas honored a suicide terrorist two days after the Itamar massacre. The US was silent for four days – until Jewish groups complained.
Holbrooke Dies at 69, Exposed State Dept. Anti-Semitism
US diplomat Richard Holbrooke, who two years ago praised Truman for recognizing Israel despite State Department opposition, dies at the age of 69.
U.S. Expert Calls to Talk with Hizbullah, 'Mess With Their Mind'
A senior U.S. Mideast expert calls on America to talk with Hizbullah, “mess with” the organization. Obama administration not interested.
Flotilla Reporters Feeding Frenzy at State Dept. Briefing
Reporters at Tuesday's State Department briefing on the U.S. involvement in the flotilla ambush were seeking anything but objective facts.
Jerusalem Reunification Day: 'Provocative Act?'
Is Israel's annual Jerusalem Day holiday a provocative act? Maybe, maybe not. Just don't ask the U.S. State Department.
US: ‘Peace Process’ in Cul-de-Sac but not a Dead End
Is a cul-de-sac a dead end? Not when it comes to seemingly vanishing 'Middle East' peace process, a US State Dept. spokesman told reporters.
State Dept's Religious Report Under Attack
Critical reactions to the U.S. State Department’s 2009 International Religious Freedoms Report’s section on Israel continue to be expressed.
US Report Criticizes Israel's Jewish Character
An anti-missionary group in Israel accuses the State Department of issuing a report critical of Israel's Jewish nature.
Skepticism over US Rose-Colored Mideast Glasses
Israeli media fawned over a US statement that it is closer” to agreement with Israel. US media are skeptical: “We’ve been fed this line before.”
Giving Congress a New Perspective
Israeli reporter David Bedein and activist Jeff Daube give U.S. Congressmen a new perspective on the Israel-PA relationship.
US Media See Through Smokescreen of Optimism
US optimism on Middle East talks is a smokescreen for Arab opposition to recognizing Israel, according to the tone of reporters’ comments.
US Policy: Jews in Eastern Jerusalem are Unwanted ‘Settlers’
A Jewish presence in eastern Jerusalem is no different than “settlements,” according to new US policy. Likud’s “left wing flank” backs Netanyahu.
Is Israel Negotiating with US or with PA?
Talks between Israel and the PA for a new Arab state have turned into a dialogue with the US. An American reporter asked, “What is the real goal?”
US Has ‘No Preference’ Whether Ahmadinejad Wins or Loses
‘Would the US prefer an Iranian president not out to wipe Israel off the map? The State Dept. said it has “no preferences” in Friday’s vote.
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