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".
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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.
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.
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: 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.
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.
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.
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.
Blinken to Dermer: Israel and Palestinians should take steps to de-escalate tensions
Secretary of State meets Minister for Strategic Affairs in Washington.
'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: 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."
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.
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."
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.
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.'
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.
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.
Blinken: Some of the reports on Iran agreement are not true
Secretary of State rejects reports that Washington and Tehran are close to agreements.
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.
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.
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".
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.
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.
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.
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'
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.
Blinken cancels visit to Israel
Secretary of State Antony Blinken cancelled a visit to Israel, allegedly for purely technical reasons.
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.
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.
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 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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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
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.
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.
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