 Blinken: US will seek to strengthen and extend Iran dealSecretary of State: US remains committed to ensuring that Iran never acquires a nuclear weapon. Diplomacy is the best path. Blinken to Ashkenazi: Two-state solution is the best way to ensure Israel’s futureSecretary of State speaks to Israeli Foreign Minister, tells him the US believes in a two-state solution. Blinken to counterparts: US prepared to talk to IranSecretary of State tells European counterparts that the US is prepared to engage in discussions with Iran.Blinken: Path to diplomacy with Iran is openSecretary of State says path to diplomacy with Iran over 2015 nuclear deal is open, but won't specify say if contacts have already begun.US 'outraged' by Baghdad attack but will it act?US Sec of State Blinken voiced 'outrage' at rocket attack on US forces, but will Biden administration take concrete action? US to remove terrorist designation of Yemen's Houthi rebelsSecretary of State Blinken announces reversal of decision made by Trump administration in its final days in office.Blinken stops short of recognizing Golan Heights as Israeli territorySecretary of State to CNN: Control of the Golan important to Israel’s security. Legal questions are something else.US Secretary of State Blinken: US will rejoin Human Rights Council - despite its flawsUS Secretary of State acknowledges 'flaws' of UN Human Rights Council, but vows US will rejoin it to 'ensure it fulfills its mandate'Blinken speaks to UAE Foreign MinisterConversation takes place days after Biden administration halted sale of F35 to UAE.Blinken: Our commitment to Israel’s security is sacrosanctUS Secretary of State speaks with Israel's Foreign Minister, tells reporters that Iran must resume complying with the Iran deal.Blinken: We very much support the Abraham AccordsSecretary of State explains halt of F-35 sale to UAE is a typical move when a new administration comes in. US Secretary of State Antony Blinken participates in Holocaust memorial ceremony"Remembering, Perpetuating, and Pursuing Justice" - special online event in commemoration of the International Holocaust Remembrance Day Israeli officials congratulate new US Secretary of StateAntony Blinken confirmed as new US Secretary of State by Senate vote of 78-22.Senate Foreign Relations Committee approves Blinken nominationSenate Foreign Relations Committee votes 15 to 3 to approve nomination of Antony Blinken to serve as secretary of state.Secretary of State-designate: Jerusalem is Israel's capital, the embassy will remain thereAntony Blinken says in confirmation hearing the Biden administration will not reverse Trump's decision to relocate US embassy to Jerusalem.Antony Blinken: An Israel fan or the new problem in the State Department?What kind of foreign policy is possible for the United States after four years under President Trump? Antony Blinken's track recordA person's track record is usually essential for predicting his behavior. Blinken's Middle East policies do not bode well for Israel. Op-ed/ 'US preparing biggest aid package ever'Despite talk of funding cuts, Dep. Secretary of State pledges 'unparalleled' aid, but demands Israel halt construction in 'settlements'. State Dept Interferes in Favor of PLO TerroristsWashington asks a judge presiding over terror victims' compensation case to reduce money paid to Israelis injured during Second Intifada. US Justifies Iran Deal, Challenges IsraelOfficial insists US, Israel share views on Iran - but also challenges to 'tell the American people exactly what you would do differently.' More than 10,000 ISIS Jihadis Killed in AirstrikesUS Deputy Secretary of State dismisses criticism of air campaign, insists 'significant progress' has been made in fight against ISIS. Yemen: US to Increase Aid to Anti-Houthi CoalitionEnd of US-Iranian rapprochement? US Deputy Secretary of State says weapons and intel backing to Saudi-coalition will be boosted. |
