Secretary of State downplays pessimism over the prospects of a hostage release deal: More than 90 percent of the issues have been agreed. We’re working intensely with our Egyptian and Qatari counterparts to work together to bridge any remaining gaps.
Minister Benny Gantz speaks with US Sec of State Antony Blinken, thanking him for the US' support in crafting a ceasefire-prisoner swap deal and urging the world to support placing pressure on Hamas.
Secretary of State says it is incumbent on both Israel and Hamas to say yes on remaining issues to reach a Gaza ceasefire deal: The mediators will share their thoughts on how to resolve the issues.
US President reacts to murder of 6 hostages by Hamas, Sec. Blinken calls Hersh Goldberg-Polin an American hero.
New York Times reports that US Secretary of State told Israeli officials during his recent visit that Washington will support a pre-emptive strike against Hezbollah, but said Israel should not launch a broader offensive against Hezbollah.
According to Asharq Al-Awsat, the US Secretary of State's offer for a hostage deal includes the right for Israel to exile 150 released terrorists and veto the release of 65 terrorists.
Forget all the clichés and substitute this sentence: They need to fear us, and only then will they be deterred and learn to respect us. Op-ed.
US Secretary of State speaks in Doha, says the Gaza ceasefire deal needs to get done in the coming days and the US, Egypt and Qatar will do everything possible to get Hamas on board.
We ask that you look into our eyes of the widows, the children, the mothers and fathers of the victims of October 7th before you free terrorists. Op-ed.
Hamas senior official Osama Hamdan criticizes Blinken's statement that Netanyahu accepted an updated proposal for a ceasefire and hostage release deal: Not what we agreed on.
Tikva Forum of families of hostages held in Gaza write to US Secretary of State asking him not to play into the hands of Hamas in the ceasefire talks.
US Secretary of State says 'there is a real sense of urgency to get the deal to the finish line' after meeting Israeli leaders.
Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu held a private meeting on Monday with US Secretary of State Antony Blinken. An expanded meeting will be held afterward.
Israeli President Isaac Herzog meets with US Secretary of State Antony Blinken, stresses: 'No one should attack Israel or meddle with our clear and inherent right of self defense.'
US Secretary of State to arrive in Israel today in bid to push for finalization of ceasefire deal this week.
US Secretary of State Antony Blinken and Qatar's Prime Minister, Sheikh Mohammed bin Abdulrahman Al-Thani, speak ahead of Doha summit, warn all sides not to undermine Gaza ceasefire talks.
US Secretary of State will not travel to the region as planned due to the uncertainty about the situation, according to Barak Ravid of Axios.
US Secretary of State criticizes National Security Minister's visit to the Temple Mount on Tisha B'Av: These provocative actions only exacerbate tensions at a pivotal moment.
Barak Ravid of Axios reports US Secretary of State Antony will visit Qatar, Egypt and Israel, but the trip is not yet final.
Secretary of State Antony Blinken informs Defense Minister Yoav Gallant that he decided to end the investigation into the IDF’s "Netzach Yehuda" battalion for human rights violations in Judea and Samaria.
US Secretary of State calls on both Iran and Israel to avoid escalating conflict in the Middle East: Our commitment to Israel's security is ironclad but further attacks only perpetuate conflict.
US Secretary of State calls on parties in the Middle East to work to ease tensions, claims a Gaza ceasefire would unlock possibilities for more enduring calm.
US Secretary of State Antony Blinken said on Sunday an attack could happen within 24 to 48 hours.
Axios reports that US Secretary of State told his counterparts from the G7 countries that an attack by Iran and Hezbollah against Israel could start as early as Monday.
Showing weakness in the face of Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps outrage does not bring security; it encourages aggression. Opinion.
US Secretary of State urges all parties in the Middle East to make efforts to reach a ceasefire in Gaza.
US Secretary of State Antony Blinken stresses importance of ceasefire in Gaza, says US was not involved in elimination of Hamas leader Ismail Haniyeh.
'The Quad,' made up of the US Secretary of State and the Foreign Ministers of Australia, India, and Japan, published a joint statement demanding a ceasefire in Gaza and the creation of a Palestinian state.
US Secretary of State says Iran is capable of producing fissile material for use in a nuclear weapon within "one or two weeks," points accusing finger at Trump for withdrawing from 2015 deal.
US officials Jake Sullivan and Antony Blinken, and Israeli officials Ron Dermer and Tzachi Hanegbi meet to discuss war in Gaza, efforts to secure diplomatic solution to Hezbollah conflict, allow Israelis and Lebanese to return home safely.
State Department spokesperson Matthew Miller says Blinken "discussed practical solutions to resolve the remaining issues on the table in ongoing ceasefire negotiations".
Bipartisan letter signed by 28 Members of Congress urges State Department to address Turkish President’s hostility toward Israel and continued support of Hamas terrorists.
US Secretary of State says Washington told the Israelis to develop their own plans for Gazan reconstruction but "we’ve not seen enough of that".
During meeting with Defense Minister Yoav Gallant in Washington, US Secretary of State calls for diplomatic resolution that allows both Israeli and Lebanese families to return to their homes.
US Secretary of State meets Israel’s National Security Advisor Tzachi Hanegbi and Strategic Affairs Minister Ron Dermer, reiterates "the United States’ ironclad commitment to Israel’s security."
House Republicans write letter to Secretary of State, demand to know the Biden administration's strategy for keeping Gaza aid package out of Hamas' hands.
PM says he discussed efforts to remove 'bottlenecks' on US munitions shipments to Israel with Secretary of State Blinken.
According to the PFLP, Gaza will continue to be a 'cemetery for invaders' and any Arab or international force will be considered an 'invading force.'
The Biden administration is furious with Finance Minister Smotrich's decision to freeze tax revenues collected for the Palestinian Authority.
Former US diplomat and Middle East envoy says US should be increasing pressure on Hamas after terror group plays mind games rather than accept Biden ceasefire.
US Secretary of State criticizes Hamas for taking nearly 2 weeks to respond to ceasefire proposal, upping demands after previous demands met, but reiterates call for a deal.
US Secretary of State Antony Blinken asks, 'Will Hamas do what’s necessary to move this to a better place, to help end the suffering of people, to bring real security to Israelis and Palestinians alike?'
US Sec. of State Antony Blinken meets with Pres. Herzog and MKs Benny Gantz, Yair Lapid. Gantz: 'I emphasized US role in preventing escalation on northern border.'
US Secretary of State meets Israeli PM after arriving in Israel, says America's commitment to Israel's security and that nothing like October 7 ever happen again is ironclad.
In Egypt ahead of visit to Israel, US Secretary of State says 'everyone is waiting' for Hamas to accept a ceasefire deal and release the hostages.
Ahead of US Secretary of State Antony Blinken’s visit to Israel, the Biden administration seems to see the successful operation, which rescued four hostages, in a negative light.
Secretary of State welcomes operation to rescue four hostages, calls on Hamas to accept Biden proposal: The only thing standing in the way of achieving this ceasefire is Hamas.
Blinken, who will also visit Egypt, Jordan and Qatar, is expected to push the outline for a ceasefire and hostage release deal which President Joe Biden unveiled last week.
Our enemies will never give up, unless we pound them in the dust. Opinion.
Minister of Defense Yoav Gallant told US Secretary of State Antony Blinken that Israel is working on setting up an alternative to Hamas rule in Gaza.
Secretary of State speaks to Defense Minister Yoav Gallant and Minister Benny Gantz in the wake of the three-phase plan presented by President Biden.
US Secretary of State warns that the absence of a post-war plan could trigger lawlessness, chaos and a comeback by Hamas.
The Coalition for Jewish Values, representing over 2,500 traditional, Orthodox rabbis, praises US Secretary of State for saying he will work with Congress to sanction the ICC over Israel warrants.
Anti-Israel activists call US Secretary of State the 'butcher of Gaza' during Senate Foreign Relations Committe hearing.
The full translated text of PM Netanyahu's statement in response to Defense Min.Gallant's talk with Antony Blinken, after which, despite Netanyahu's request for victory before announcements, Gallant called on the PM to declare that Israel won't rule Gaza after the war.
US Secretary of State Antony Blinken said Israel must work to find an alternative for Hamas since 'it cannot – and says it does not want responsibility for Gaza.'
Secretary of State Antony Blinken has published a special congratulatory message for Israel's 76th Yom Ha'atzmaut in the shadow of the war.
As Israel marks Memorial Day, Defense Min. Yoav Gallant stresses importance of Rafah operation in call with US Sec. of State Antony Blinken.
Secretary of State speaks with Defense Minister, underscores "urgent need to protect civilians and aid workers in Gaza".
US Secretary of State reiterates administration's opposition to Israel's crushing of the last 4 Hamas battalions in Rafah, demands plan for 'day after.'
