![]() 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. |