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'Israel has the legitimate right to defend itself'
State Department spokesperson Ned Price stresses US backs Israel's right to self-defense, but also condemns violent riots in Huwara.
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State Department spokesperson to step down
US State Department spokesperson Ned Price will take on a position working directly for Secretary of State Antony Blinken.
'Repugnant, disgusting'
US condemns Smotrich's call to 'wipe out' Huwara
State Department Spokesman Ned Price says US condemns 'incitement to violence' from Israel and Palestinians.
US condemns terror attack but also 'settler violence'
State Department spokesperson calls to "immediately de-escalate tensions in words and deeds" following attack in Huwara and ensuing clashes.
Biden Admin. 'extremely concerned' after Shechem battle
State Department spokesman Ned Price says US recognizes Israel's security needs, but is concerned by large number of casualties in battle.
State Department on Jenin:
'We condemn terrorist groups, all parties need to de-escalate'
State Department spokesperson: We mourn the loss of innocent lives. Palestinians and Israelis equally deserve to live safely and securely.
State Department spokesperson:
'Israel's sanctions on PA exacerbate tensions'
State Department spokesperson Ned Price says US is against unilateral moves that exacerbate tensions between Israel and the PA.
US, Britain condemn latest executions in Iran
Condemnations come after two people are executed over alleged involvement in death of paramilitary officer.
State Department:
'The Homesh outpost is illegal even under Israeli law'
State Department spokesperson Ned Price speaks out against plans to normalize the community of Homesh in Samaria.
State Department spokesperson:
'Ben Gvir's Temple Mount visit could lead to violence'
Spokesperson for US Embassy in Israel says Ambassador Nides “has been very clear on the issue of preserving the status quo in Jerusalem".
State Department spokesman:
'Return to Iran deal is not on the agenda'
US State Department spokesperson Ned Price: The JCPOA hasn't been on the agenda for some time.
Border Police to IDF: You rushed report on PA teen's death
With the US calling for 'accountability' over the death of a teen in Jenin, Border Police sources are questioning the army's 'hasty' report.
US denounces Iran over execution of protester
State Department spokesman: These harsh sentences are meant to intimidate Iran's people.
US opposed to Al Jazeera's ICC petition against Israel
State Department spokesman says US is opposed to Al Jazeera taking killing of its journalist to International Criminal Court.
US condemns attack near Ariel
State Department spokesperson says US concerned over violence, sends condolences to families of Israelis and Palestinian Arabs alike.
US slams Ben-Gvir:
"Celebrating legacy of terrorist organization"
US State Department spokesman Ned Price criticizes Otzma Yehudit leader for attending memorial to Rabbi Meir Kahane.
State Department spokesman:
'A deal with Iran is not imminent'
State Department spokesperson: We’ve heard nothing to suggest Iran is prepared to change its approach, so no deal is in the offing.
State Department:
'Iran nuclear deal is not our focus right now'
US State Department spokesperson Ned Price: The Iranians have made very clear that this is not a deal that they have been prepared to make.
US on Iraq: Violence is not acceptable
Ned Price issues statement marking a year since elections: "Iraq’s leaders have been unable to resolve their political differences"
US on Abu Aqleh report:
'We underscore the importance of accountability'
State Department spokesperson welcomes IDF report on death of Al Jazeera journalist.
State Department:
'Deal with Iran is closer now than it was two weeks ago'
State Department spokesperson Ned Price expresses some optimism about prospects of Iran nuclear deal, but says that divisions remain.
Israel defends closure of terror-linked NGO offices
The UN, EU, and US State Department say they will continue working with the NGOs until Israel provides 'conclusive' evidence of terror ties.
US seeks clarifications on Israeli raids of PA organizations
State Department spokesperson says US has asked Israel for more information following raids of offices of blacklisted PA groups.
US condemns Jerusalem bus attack
State Department spokesperson: We remain in close contact with our Israeli partners and stand firmly with them in the face of this attack.
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.
US Secretary of State speaks with Lapid
The Secretary reaffirmed the US's unwavering commitment to its partnership with Israel, Israel’s security, and countering shared threats.
State Department:
'US will maintain its strong support for Israel'
State Department spokesperson: Political developments in Israel won't affect what we are trying to accomplish.
PA upset with Biden - 'Nothing he can do to please them'
Former ambassador to the US Danny Ayalon says Biden is in a no-win situation.
State Department:
'We firmly oppose one-sided UNHRC Commission of Inquiry'
State Department spokesperson Ned Price: UNHRC has a longstanding pattern of unfairly singling out Israel.
US condemns killing of Al Jazeera journalist
US State Dep. spokesman Ned Price calls for 'immediate and thorough' investigation into death of journalist in firefight with terrorists
State Department:
'The US still considers the IRGC a terrorist group'
State Department Spokesman Ned Price: We'll “pursue other means” if needed to ensure Iran never has a nuclear weapon.
State Department:
'US preparing for scenario where there's no nuclear deal'
State Department spokesperson says US preparing for scenario where a deal with Iran is reached as well as one where one isn't reached.
US official:
'We're looking at labeling Russia a state sponsor of terrorism'
State Department spokesperson says officials are looking at every tool available to hold Russia accountable for war in Ukraine.
State Department:
'We have tactical differences with Israel on Iran'
State Department spokesperson Ned Price says there is no strategic disagreement between the US and Israel regarding to Iran.
US:
'We have a Plan B if no agreement is reached with Iran'
State Department spokesman says US has contingency plans if deal with Iran cannot be reached.
US condemns Be'er Sheva attack
State Department spokesperson says US "condemns abhorrent terrorist attack" in which four Israelis were murdered.
US:
'Nuclear agreement with Iran isn't imminent'
State Department spokesman says Washington is prepared to take "difficult decisions" to make nuclear deal happen.
Tucker: US needs more reporters like this
Tucker Carlson discusses reporter's challenge to State Dept. spokesman's briefing on alleged Russian false flag op.
US rejects Amnesty report accusing Israel of apartheid
State Department spokesperson Ned Price: I reject the view that Israel's actions constitute apartheid.
US dissatisfied with Israeli probe of PA Arab's death
US demands “thorough criminal investigation” into death of Palestinian Arab after IDF operation in Jiljiliya.
US: There has been 'modest progress' in Iran talks
State Department spokesman says nuclear deal talks with Iran in Vienna have shown “modest progress”.
US welcomes Gantz-Abbas meeting
State Department spokesperson: US very pleased Gantz hosted Abbas at his home in Israel.
US: There was 'modest progress' in Iran talks
State Department spokesman says some progress was made in nuclear talks, but it's too soon to say how substantive it was.
US condemns Samaria shooting attack
State Department spokesperson condemns in which Yehuda Dimentman was murdered and two others were wounded.
US: We're keeping two-state solution alive
'Negotiations towards a two-state solution aren't on the table, but we're keeping the possibility alive,' State Dep't. spokesman says.
US concerned after UAE Foreign Minister meets Assad
State Department spokesperson stresses US does not support efforts to normalize Syrian President.
US: If Iran is serious, an agreement can be reached
State Department spokesperson: US believes it remains possible to quickly reach an understanding on return to compliance with 2015 deal.
Biden Administration's strongest condemnation of settlements yet
State Department Spokesman Ned Price condemns Israeli intention to approve 3,000 housing units in Judea and Samaria.
US insists: Israel gave no warning before terror designation
State Department again says US was not provided with advance notice of plans to designate PFLP affiliates as terrorist organizations.
US: Sudan-Israel normalization may have to be evaluated
State Department says US is halting $700 million in aid to Sudan after military takeover in the country.
US 'concerned' about plans to approve 'settlement units'
State Dept. spokesman calls on Israel, PA to 'refrain from unilateral steps' that 'undercut efforts' for 'a negotiated two-state solution.'
US: We want nuclear talks with Iran to restart 'soon'
US State Department spokesman Ned Price: We hope Iran's definition of soon matches our definition of soon.
State Department spokesman tests positive for COVID-19
State Department spokesman Ned Price tests positive for COVID-19, will quarantine for 10 days.
'We strongly support the Abraham Accords'
State Department spokesperson Ned Price welcomes Abraham Accords on the one-year anniversary of their signing.
Israelis to be exempted from US visas soon?
State Department spokesman says Secretary of State and PM Bennett agreed on the importance of Israel's inclusion in Visa Waiver Program.
US: Relations with Afghan government depend on Taliban's actions
State Department says US will only recognize a Taliban government if it respects the rights of women and shuns movements such as Al-Qaeda.
US congratulates Israel and UAE on normalization anniversary
State Department congratulates Israel and the UAE "for their efforts to build a more peaceful and prosperous region."
US condemns rocket attacks from Lebanon on Israel
State Department spokesman says Washington will remain engaged with Israeli and Lebanese partners to de-escalate the situation.
US responds to Ben & Jerry's: Against all forms of BDS
State Department spokesman says he will not condemn a private company but opposes all attempts to delegitimize Israel.
US blasts 'outrageous' comments by Iran
Biden administration lashes out at Iran for accusing the US of delaying prisoner swap to force a quick resumption of indirect nuclear talks.
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