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Blinken: Israeli-Saudi normalization would be transformative

Secretary of State highlights profound impact an Israeli-Saudi deal would have, but acknowledges that "achieving it is not easy".

'Israeli-Saudi normalization would be transformative'

Blinken jams and sings Muddy Watters “Hoochie Coochie Man”

The Secretary of State got on stage at a State Department event to show off his musical talents.

Blinken jams and sings Muddy Watters “Hoochie Coochie Man”

Report: Blinken signed letter recommending Israel to Visa Waiver Program

Sources tell Axios that Secretary of State recommended to allow Israel to join the US Visa Waiver Program.

Blinken signed letter recommending Israel to Visa Waiver Program

Report: Blinken interviewed in Biden classified documents probe

Sources tell ABC News investigators have interviewed scores of witnesses in probe into Biden's handling of classified documents.

Blinken interviewed in Biden classified documents probe

Blinken: Palestinian issue will be part of Saudi normalization deal

Secretary of State: Saudis told US that solving the Palestinian Arab issue is an important part of any normalization deal with Israel.

'Palestinian issue will be part of Saudi normalization deal'

Senators to Biden: Do not accept Israel into the Visa Waiver Program

15 Democratic senators claim Israel is not abiding by its commitments and as such should not be accepted to Visa Waiver Program.

'Do not accept Israel into the Visa Waiver Program'

US National Security Adviser: No imminent breakthrough for Israeli-Saudi normalization

National Security Adviser Jake Sullivan says Blinken's calls with Netanyahu and PA chairman Abbas do not indicate Saudi deal is near.

'Israeli-Saudi normalization not imminent'

US to Israel: Deal with Saudis must include concessions to PA

Biden administration told Israeli government it would have to make significant concessions as part of any deal with Saudi Arabia.

'Deal with Saudis must include concessions to PA'

Blinken to Dermer: Israel and Palestinians should take steps to de-escalate tensions

Secretary of State meets Minister for Strategic Affairs in Washington.

'Israel, Palestinians should take steps to de-escalate tensions'

'Just 13 years old': Blinken mentions stepfather's role in Bialystok ghetto uprising

US Secretary of State describes Bialystok ghetto uprising as "an act of bravery".

Blinken mentions stepfather's role in Bialystok ghetto uprising

Blinken: We're not currently talking about a nuclear deal with Iran

US Secretary of State says "we’re now in a place where we’re not talking about a nuclear agreement."

'We're not currently talking about a nuclear deal with Iran'

Blinken on judicial reform: Major changes are best done by trying to build consensus

Secretary of State at Aspen Security Forum: As such close friends with Israel, we share the concerns we have about the judicial reform.

'Major changes are best done by trying to build consensus'

Herzog meets Blinken: We'll be discussing our missing in action and POWs in Gaza

Secretary of State tells Herzog that Israel and the US "have a unique relationship, grounded in our commitment to Israel's security."

'We'll be discussing our missing in action and POWs in Gaza'

Dan Shapiro named as US envoy to expand Abraham Accords

Secretary of State Blinken announces former US Ambassador to Israel to be appointed Senior Advisor for Regional Integration.

Dan Shapiro named as US envoy to expand Abraham Accords

Blinken: No agreement with Iran in near future

US Secretary of State Antony Blinken says Israel-Saudi agreement not possible while Israel has 'fire in its backyard.'

'No agreement with Iran in near future'

Blinken 'conveys concern' over recent escalation of violence in conversation with FM Cohen

Secretary of State says he expressed concern over recent violence as well as condolences for Israeli victims during conversation with Cohen.

Blinken 'conveys concern' over recent escalation of violence

Foreign Min. to Blinken: Iran's influence behind recent Samaria violence

Foreign Minister Eli Cohen speaks to US Secretary of State Antony Blinken about recent violence, Iran, peace, and Visa Waiver Program.

Foreign Min. to Blinken: Iran's influence behind recent violence

Blinken: Some of the reports on Iran agreement are not true

Secretary of State rejects reports that Washington and Tehran are close to agreements.

'Some of the reports on Iran agreement are not true'

A new nuclear deal with Iran threatens Israel

Senior officials in Jerusalem are concerned about the inability to influence the Biden administration on the Iranian nuclear issue.Op-ed.

A new nuclear deal with Iran threatens Israel

Saudi FM: Normalization is beneficial, but peace for Palestinians is also needed

Saudi Foreign Minister reiterates kingdom's position that normalization with Israel must also include solution to the conflict with the PA.

'Normalization is beneficial, but peace for PA is also needed'

State Department: Blinken underscored US ironclad commitment to Israel’s security

Following conversation between Netanyahu and Blinken, Secretary of State says he and the PM discussed "areas of mutual interest".

'Blinken underscored ironclad commitment to Israel’s security'

Netanyahu tells Blinken: No agreement with Iran will obligate Israel

PM Netanyahu speaks with US Sec. of State Blinken, emphasizing bilateral cooperation and discussing Iranian threat.

No agreement with Iran will obligate Israel

Blinken in Saudi Arabia: US committed to its Gulf Arab partners

Secretary of State Antony speaks to diplomats in Riyadh, a day after meeting Saudi Crown Prince.

'US committed to its Gulf Arab partners'

Normalization on the agenda: Blinken meets Saudi Crown Prince

US official says the two discussed a full range of issues, including potential normalization of ties with Israel.

Blinken meets Saudi Crown Prince

Secretary of State Blinken: 'We will discuss normalization during Saudi Arabia trip'

Secretary Blinken told AIPAC: 'The US has a real national security interest in promoting normalization between Israel and Saudi Arabia'

'We will discuss normalization during Saudi Arabia trip'

Normalization on the agenda? State Department announces Blinken visit to Saudi Arabia

State Department says Secretary of State will discuss "US-Saudi strategic cooperation" during the June 6-8 trip.

State Department announces Blinken visit to Saudi Arabia

Blinken cancels visit to Israel

Secretary of State Antony Blinken cancelled a visit to Israel, allegedly for purely technical reasons.

Blinken cancels visit to Israel

Biden, Blinken congratulate Erdogan: A valued NATO Ally

US President and Secretary of State congratulated Turkish President over his victory in the presidential runoff in the country.

Biden, Blinken congratulate Erdogan

Senators to Biden: Ensure equal treatment for US citizens when mulling Israel Visa Waiver

16 senators call on Biden administration to ensure US citizens can travel freely to and from PA-assigned areas of Judea and Samaria.

'No equal treatment for US citizens? No Israel Visa Waiver'

Report: Blinken considering Dan Shapiro as Abraham Accords point person

Dan Shapiro served as US ambassador to Israel under Obama and later as adviser to the US envoy for Iran.

Blinken considering Dan Shapiro as Abraham Accords point person

Blinken thanks Qatari leader for help 'de-escalating' conflict

Blinken reaffirmed his country's 'ironclad commitment' to Israel's security, while calling for 'equal measures of freedom' for Gaza.

Blinken thanks Qatari leader for help 'de-escalating' conflict

Foreign Minister Cohen speaks to US Secretary of State about promotion of Abraham Accords

Conversation follows meeting between Cohen and White House envoy Amos Hochstein.

Foreign Minister Cohen speaks to US Secretary of State

Blinken: US 'extensively engaged' on case of journalist missing in Syria

US Secretary of State says US is extensively engaged on the case Austin Tice, who disappeared in Syria in 2012.

'US extensively engaged on case of missing journalist'

Blinken: We remain unwavering in our commitment to Israel’s security and democracy

Secretary of State: The United States and Israel have built a partnership that transcends politics and benefits the people of both nations.

'We remain unwavering in our commitment to Israel'

Blinken announces three-day ceasefire in Sudan

US Secretary of State says Sudan's warring generals have agreed to a ceasefire after previous attempts to stop the fighting failed.

Blinken announces three-day ceasefire in Sudan

Report: Blinken urged Niger to move towards normalizing ties with Israel

Blinken and President Mohamed Bazoum's discussion on Israel part of US efforts to add more countries to the Abraham Accords.

Blinken urged Niger to normalize ties with Israel

FM Cohen to Blinken: Israel is a beacon of democracy and stability

Foreign Minister Eli Cohen speaks to US Secretary of State about the Iranian issue and the judicial reform.

'Israel is a beacon of democracy and stability'

FM Cohen to US officials: 'Judicial reform will only pass through widespread agreement'

After refraining from discussing the issue, FM Eli Cohen spoke with Sen. Lindsey Graham and is scheduled to meet with Secretary Blinken

'Judicial reform will only pass through widespread agreement'

Gulf countries to Blinken: Condemn Smotrich's comments on Palestinian people

Gulf Cooperation Council writes to US Secretary of State, condemn comments by Finance Minister Bezalel Smotrich.

'Condemn Smotrich's comments on Palestinian people'

Blinken on judicial reform: 'Consensus is the best path forward'

US Secretary of State says it's not up to him to give opinion on reforms but calls for negotiations between sides to come to a deal.

Blinken on judicial reform: 'Consensus is the best path forward'