Foreign Min. to Blinken: Iran's influence behind recent violence
Foreign Minister Eli Cohen speaks to US Secretary of State Antony Blinken about recent violence, Iran, peace, and Visa Waiver Program.
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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 Foreign Minister:
'Normalization is beneficial, but peace for PA 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 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.
'A valued NATO Ally'
Biden, Blinken congratulate Erdogan
US President and Secretary of State congratulated Turkish President over his victory in the presidential runoff in the country.
Senators to Biden admin:
'No equal treatment for US citizens? No 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.
Promotion of Abraham Accords:
Foreign Minister Cohen speaks to US Secretary of State
Conversation follows meeting between Cohen and White House envoy Amos Hochstein.
Blinken:
'US extensively engaged on case of missing journalist'
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'
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 normalize 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.
Ukraine war enters 2nd year:
New sanctions to 'degrade Russia’s ability to fuel aggression'
On one-year anniversary of Ukraine war, Biden admin hits hard at Russia's ability to wage war with host of new sanctions.
Blinken to Netanyahu:
'Urgent need to take steps to restore calm'
US Secretary of State reiterates support for two-state solution in conversation with Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu.
After balloon shot down:
Blinken considering meeting top Chinese diplomat
US Secretary of State considering meeting top Chinese diplomat at Munich Security Conference.
Blinken:
Deeply troubled by Israel’s decision to legalize nine outposts
US Secretary of State Antony Blinken responds to Israel's decision to authorize nine communities in Judea and Samaria.
'Repugnant, unconscionable'
Blinken condemns ramming attack in Jerusalem
US Secretary of State condemns attack which killed two Israelis, including a six-year-old boy.
Pentagon:
No plans to shoot down suspected Chinese spy balloon
Blinken postpones visit to Beijing, calls China's actions "a clear violation of US sovereignty and international law."
Report:
Blinken pressed Abbas to accept security plan for Judea, Samaria
Biden administration has put together a plan that would allow PA security forces to regain control of Jenin and Shechem.
Antony Blinken quotes from Jewish prayer during Israel visit
Blinken references traditional Hebrew prayer in condemning synagogue massacre, notes attack took place on Int'l Holocaust Remembrance Day.
Abbas to Blinken:
'We will not accept the continuation of the occupation forever'
PA chairman tells US Secretary of State that he expects Israel's "unilateral actions" to stop.
Blinken summarizes visit:
'We will continue to support the parties'
US Secretary of State says his to Israel and the Palestinian Authority was productive as he departs the region.
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Blinken compares both sides' fatalities in Arab-Israeli conflict
Secretary Blinken addresses press after meeting Israeli leaders in Jerusalem, PA leaders in Ramallah.
Israeli Defense Minister:
'Blinken's visit to Israel sends clear message to Iran'
US Secretary of State Antony Blinken meets with Defense Minister Yoav Gallant in Jerusalem.
Blinken describes 'productive' meeting with FM Cohen
Secretary of State, who is visiting Israel, says of meeting with FM Eli Cohen: We discussed the strength of the bilateral relationship.
President Herzog meets US Secretary of State
Secretary Antony Blinken meets Israeli President, says Shabbat attack even more horrific for being committed outside a synagogue.
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Blinken: America's commitment to Israel's security is ironclad
US Secretary of State Antony Blinken meets PM Netanyahu following Neve Yaakov synagogue massacre.
Blinken takes off for Israel:
'The trip underscores our commitment to bilateral relationships'
US Secretary of State will visit Egypt and the PA as well, and meet with senior leaders.
US Secretary of State Blinken will visit Israel, Egypt and PA
Blinken will "discuss the enduring U.S. support for Israel’s security, particularly against threats from Iran"
Blinken:
'I was surprised documents were taken to Biden think tank'
Secretary of State says he will cooperate fully if called for an interview by the special counsel probing Biden classified documents.
Secretary of State to visit Israel, meet with new government
Following US criticism of new Netanyahu government, Secretary of State Antony Blinken plans visit to Israel at end of January.
Blinken to new Israeli FM: US committed to two-state solution
US Secretary of State congratulates Eli Cohen of the Likud on his new role, underscores commitment to Israel's security.
Blinken:
'I look forward to working with the new Israeli government'
Secretary of State: We will work with the new government to address the many challenges facing Israel and the Middle East.
US Secretary of State Blinken:
'We will object to any move to annex the West Bank'
Secretary of State Antony Blinken a conference organized by the left-wing J-Street that he will judge the new government by its policy
US to Egypt: Free political prisoners
The US in recent years has withheld assistance to Egypt over human rights issues.
Blinken speaks to Lapid following elections in Israel
Secretary of State says he commended PM for Israel's free and fair elections and underscored US-Israel relationship.
Blinken to Herzog:
'We are standing together against threats'
President Isaac Herzog meets US Secretary of State Antony Blinken as part of his visit to Washington.
Blinken welcomes Israel-Lebanon maritime border deal
Secretary of State says US-brokered maritime border agreement "represents a new source of prosperity".
Blinken: 'Catastrophic effects' if Russia uses nuclear weapons
The US Secretary of State warns the Russian government against using nukes in its war with Ukraine.
Blinken:
Russia likely responsible for war crimes in Ukraine
Secretary of State says Russia behaving "horrifically" after mass graves discovered in areas liberated from Russian troops in Ukraine.
Blinken:
'We are committed to advancing the Abraham Accords'
Secretary of State on anniversary of signing of Abraham Accords: US looks forward to helping strengthen these partnerships.
Blinken:
'Iran deal not likely in the near term'
US Secretary of State says Iran's response to EU proposal indicates it is unwilling to reach an agreement.
Blinken:
Negotiations with Iran have taken a step 'backwards'
Secretary of State says Iran's latest response on a renewed nuclear deal violates Biden admin's 'bottom-line requirements.'
Blinken visits Kyiv, announces $2 billion in military aid
US secretary of state makes unannounced visit, pledging additional funds for Ukraine and countries in region at risk from Russia.
Report:
US asked Israel to review IDF's rules of engagement
Axios report: Blinken asked Gantz to review Israel's "rules of engagement" in Judea and Samaria following killing of Shireen Abu Aqleh.
Blinken, Reinhardt, Weingarten & Garland embarrass us
What Jewish Pride do these mostly assimilated or intermarried figures represent if they seem to be working against Israel's interests. Op-ed
Blinken blasts Iran following Rushdie attack
US Secretary of State: Iranian state institutions have incited violence against Rushdie for generations.
Blinken to Gantz:
'There needs to be accountability for Abu Aqleh's killing'
State Department Spokesperson Ned Price issues statement following Blinken’s conversation with Defense Minister Benny Gantz.
