![]() 'Iran was not allowed to skirt restrictions'White House spokesman dismisses report alleging the U.S. and other powers allowed Iran to ignore restrictions under nuclear deal.![]() 'Iran's actions in the Gulf a cause for concern'White House says recent encounters between Iranian vessels and American warships in the Gulf are unacceptable.![]() White House: Iran payment not ransom nor leverageWhite House acknowledges $400 million payment to Iran was related to the release of American prisoners, but denies it amounted to ransom.![]() White House plays down alleged Trump plagiarismWhite House spokesman Josh Earnest says similarities in Melania Trump's speech to that of First Lady show that American values are shared.![]() Dallas shooter not connected to terroristsWhite House says that man who killed police officers in Dallas did not have connections to terrorist organizations.![]() 'No aircraft where Hezbollah leader was killed'White House spokesman says no aircraft from international coalition were in the area where Mustafa Badr al-Din was reportedly killed.![]() White House backs Biden's criticism of IsraelWhite House spokesman says there is significant frustration with Israel, after Biden blasts Israel at J Street conference.![]() White House: Assad role in unity a 'non-starter'White House says Syrian President should not be part of any transitional unity government.![]() White House demands N. Korea release studentThe United States accuses North Korea of jailing an American student for political reasons, calls for his release.![]() White House believes Levinson is no longer in IranWhite House spokesman says the administration has “reason to believe” missing former FBI agent is no longer in Iran.![]() White House: Not yet ready to lift Iran sanctionsWhite House says Iran's compliance with the nuclear deal has not yet been verified.![]() White House denies there was an apology to IranWhite House spokesman says the United States "certainly" did not apologize to Iran after 10 sailors accidentally entered Iranian waters.![]() Washington doubtful North Korea tested an 'H-bomb'Officials in Washington confirm North Korea carried out a nuclear deal but are skeptical it tested a hydrogen bomb.![]() White House hints Clinton would be 'Obama 2.0'Spokesperson Earnest admits that Obama and Clinton have almost the same foreign policy, even as Obama's approval plummets.![]() White House 'relieved' Trump postponed Israel tripWhite House spokesman welcomes Trump's postponement of his Israel trip, says the trip could have inflamed the Middle East.![]() White House: Iranian tests 'a source of concern'White House spokesman says Washington is looking into reports Iran violated UN resolutions with yet another ballistic missile test.![]() Watch: White House 'disqualifies' TrumpPress secretary says call to ban Muslim entry is 'disqualifying,' Republicans who don't renounce support pledges 'also disqualified.'![]() White House: Trump's comments 'contrary to values'White House officials condemn Donald Trump's call to ban Muslims from entering the United States.![]() Obama spokesman: Two-state solution unlikelyWhite House spokesman says the administration has concluded that the two-state solution can't be reached before Obama leaves office.![]() White House 'concerned' over eastern JerusalemWhite House spokesman objects to Netanyahu's reported plan to take away ID cards from Jerusalem Arabs.![]() White House: Iran Missile Test Violated ResolutionUnited States admits a recent Iranian missile test was a violation of a UN resolution, but says nuclear deal will not be affected.![]() White House 'Concerned' Over Ongoing ViolenceWhite House spokesman urges Israelis and Palestinians to restore calm amid ongoing terrorism.![]() White House: Iran Cooperating with IAEAWhite House spokesman says Iran is cooperating with UN inspectors, doesn't address fact that Iran self-inspected Parchin.![]() White House: Sanctions Relief if Iran CompliesWhite House spokesman says Iran will only see sanctions relief if it complies with the nuclear deal.![]() White House 'Encouraged' by Support for Iran DealWhite House welcomes support in the Senate for Iran agreement, says it will keep working with lawmakers to more backing.![]() White House Confident it Has Support for Iran DealWhite House spokesman believes there is enough support in Congress to sustain a veto of a resolution to reject Iran agreement.![]() Watch: Spox Caught Lying on Obama's War-Monger JabPress Sec. claims on national TV Obama didn't compare Republicans to Iranians chanting 'death to America' - and gets corrected.![]() US May Take 'Additional Steps' in SyriaWhite House threatens Syrian regime not to interfere with US-backed groups after Al Qaeda affiliate kidnaps soldiers.![]() Iranian Accuses Americans of Violating DealSenior Iranian official says Washington violating nuclear deal by stating that military option is still on the table.![]() White House: Military Options on Iran AvailableWhite House spokesman says military options remain available regarding Iran, but the administration is pursuing diplomacy first.![]() Will US Lift Iran Arms Embargo? White House DodgesPress Secretary Earnest bobs around whether Obama will lift arms embargo on leading terror sponsor, finally admits the issue is 'opaque.'![]() White House: We've Never Been Closer to Iran DealWhite House spokesman says that while an agreement with Iran is close, negotiators should come home if key issues not resolved soon.![]() White House: Israel Has Right to Self-DefenseWhite House reaffirms Israel’s right to self-defense after UN report on Gaza, adds it awaits "further outcomes" of Israel's investigation.![]() White House Relishes 'Jerusalem Not Israel' RulingPress Secretary Earnest welcomes passport ruling at Supreme Court, saying it gives president authority to recognize borders.![]() White House: Israel Has the Right to Defend ItselfWhite House reaffirms Washington’s support for Israel's right to defend itself after Israel retaliates for rocket attack on Ashkelon.![]() White House Concerned Over Syrian Chemical WeaponsWhite House concerned over the fact that undeclared traces of chemical weapons were found in Syria.![]() White House: Too Soon to Say ISIS Behind ShootingWhite House spokesman says Texas shooting is still under investigation and it's too early to determine if ISIS was responsible.![]() White House: Russia Needs MoneyWhite House spokesman says Moscow's move to supply S-300 to Iran shows the weakness of Russia's economy after being hit by sanctions.![]() White House 'Reevaluating' Israel Support at UNWhite House slams Netanyahu for statements opposing Palestinian state, threatens pulling UN veto of PA recognition.![]() Obama Still Has Not Called PM to Congratulate HimKerry makes post-victory call to Netanyahu instead; cold response attributed to declaration against two-state solution.![]() 'Netanyahu Speech Won't Complicate Iran Talks'White House spokesman Josh Earnest says Netanyahu's Congress speech "shouldn't" complicate Iran-West talks.![]() US Admonishes Israel not to 'Betray' its TrustTop spokespeople warn against revealing details, after Israeli official says Netanyahu will outline Iran deal in Congress.![]() White House: Netanyahu Won't Affect Iran TalksWhite House spokesman downplays notion that Netanyahu speech will affect Iran talks, adds the Israeli PM is only offering military action.![]() White House Backs Rice's Comments on Bibi SpeechWhite House spokesman says Susan Rice's comments are "entirely consistent with what the President has already said".![]() White House: US-Israel Tensions over Iran 'False'White House denies it is withholding information on Iran - and accuses Israeli media of 'cherry-picking' the facts.![]() White House Admits: Paris Attack was Anti-SemiticWhite House spox finally stops justifying comment by Obama which suggested attack on kosher supermarket was just 'random'.![]() Obama Spox Defends Downplaying of Paris AttackWhite House spokesman tries to explain president's claims Paris kosher attack was 'random', terrorism threat overstated.![]() Did Obama Lie about Netanyahu Congress Invitation?It now turns out the White House was told of the invitation extended to the PM before Netanyahu accepted it, not after.![]() White House Blasts 'Illegitimate' ConstructionWhite House spokesman warns new Israeli construction will "have detrimental impacts on the ground".![]() White House: We're Committed to Israel's SecurityWhite House spokesman says Obama's refusal to meet Netanyahu is only because of the timing of his visit.![]() US Digs at Israel Over PM Address to CongressWhite House says PM's address to Congress 'departs from protocol' after it says Israel has not given advance notice of the invitation.![]() US Condemns Charlie Hebdo Attack'The US stands ready to work closely with the French' to help probe the attack, US President Barack Obama says Wednesday.![]() White House Won't Comment on Obama LetterWhite House spokesman says policy toward Iran remains unchanged, refuses to address report that Obama wrote to Khamenei.![]() US Slammed for Calling Land Purchase 'Occupation'Strong criticism leveled on White House 'harsh rhetoric' against Jerusalem housing plans, and false use of term 'occupation.'![]() U.S.: Construction 'Poisons' the AtmosphereState Department uses unusually harsh language when criticizing Israel’s approval of 2,610 homes in Jerusalem.![]() White House Insists: No Ground Forces in IraqDespite comments by General Dempsey, White House spokesman insists the U.S. will not deploy ground forces against IS in Iraq.![]() US Scrambles to Defend 'No Strategy' on IS LineWhite House spokesman claims key word of 'yet' was missing in Obama's ambivalent remarks on Syria plans, as criticism grows. |