No indications of change in North Korea's nuclear capabilities
White House spokesman says the United States has no indication that North Korea's nuclear capabilities have changed.
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White House: Iran's nuclear marine vessels don't violate deal
White House downplays Iranian President's directive to local scientists to develop systems for nuclear-powered marine vessels.
White House hopes Trump won't exact revenge on Clinton
President Barack Obama hopes president-elect won't use the criminal justice system against Hillary Clinton.
'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 leverage
White 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 plagiarism
White 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 terrorists
White 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 Israel
White 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 student
The 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 Iran
White 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 sanctions
White House says Iran's compliance with the nuclear deal has not yet been verified.
White House denies there was an apology to Iran
White 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 trip
White 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' Trump
Press 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 unlikely
White 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 Jerusalem
White House spokesman objects to Netanyahu's reported plan to take away ID cards from Jerusalem Arabs.
White House: Iran Missile Test Violated Resolution
United 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 Violence
White House spokesman urges Israelis and Palestinians to restore calm amid ongoing terrorism.
White House: Iran Cooperating with IAEA
White House spokesman says Iran is cooperating with UN inspectors, doesn't address fact that Iran self-inspected Parchin.
White House: Sanctions Relief if Iran Complies
White House spokesman says Iran will only see sanctions relief if it complies with the nuclear deal.
White House 'Encouraged' by Support for Iran Deal
White 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 Deal
White 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 Jab
Press 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 Syria
White House threatens Syrian regime not to interfere with US-backed groups after Al Qaeda affiliate kidnaps soldiers.
Iranian Accuses Americans of Violating Deal
Senior Iranian official says Washington violating nuclear deal by stating that military option is still on the table.
White House: Military Options on Iran Available
White House spokesman says military options remain available regarding Iran, but the administration is pursuing diplomacy first.
Will US Lift Iran Arms Embargo? White House Dodges
Press 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 Deal
White 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-Defense
White 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' Ruling
Press Secretary Earnest welcomes passport ruling at Supreme Court, saying it gives president authority to recognize borders.
White House: Israel Has the Right to Defend Itself
White 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 Weapons
White House concerned over the fact that undeclared traces of chemical weapons were found in Syria.
White House: Too Soon to Say ISIS Behind Shooting
White House spokesman says Texas shooting is still under investigation and it's too early to determine if ISIS was responsible.
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