 Trump's UN envoy nominee promises to fight anti-Israel biasKelly Craft tells Senate says she would follow in the footsteps of her predecessor, Nikki Haley, regarding Israel.Kelly Craft nominated as US ambassador to the UNKelly Craft's nomination to be ambassador to the United Nations formally submitted to Senate. She currently serves as ambassador to Canada. Heather Nauert withdraws from consideration as UN ambassadorState Department spokeswoman announces she has withdrawn candidacy for UN ambassador. PM Netanyahu praises UN Ambassadors' 'fairness, integrity'Prime Minister briefs delegation on Middle East security situation: 'We want to see you change your votes.'Trump nominates Heather Nauert as Haley's replacementTrump officially nominates State Department spokeswoman to serve as US Ambassador to the UN.Report: Trump chooses State Department spokeswoman as UN envoyTrump reportedly decides to nominate Heather Nauert to replace departing Nikki Haley. Iraq War veteran who lost Senate race could replace HaleyTrump reportedly considering Michigan businessman John James for the position of UN ambassador. Trump to name UN ambassador this weekTrump says he will announce a candidate for the post of UN ambassador by the end of the week. Dina Powell withdraws from consideration for UN postSources say Dina Powell informed Trump she intends to stay at Goldman Sachs. Trump talking with former adviser about UN postTrump says he has been talking with Dina Powell about possibly succeeding Nikki Haley. Trump considering former security adviser for UN envoyUS President says his daughter Ivanka would be "dynamite" as UN ambassador but admits he would be accused of nepotism. 'We saw the clear connection between J'lem, the Jewish people'UN Ambassadors share impressions of visit to Israel during Independence Day celebrations. 'Where there is heritage, you should protect it.' Danon: I am optimistic about the UNIsraeli UN ambassador Danny Danon says that 'quiet' support for Israel exists in the UN - the support just needs to be coaxed out of hiding. Trump's pick for UN Ambassador hints at closer ties with IsraelGovernor Haley 'a strong supporter of Israel', says Senator Lindsey Graham. 'Now they won't believe Palestinian lies'Ambassador to the UN Danon explains why Israel visit by 11 ambassadors is so important, claiming they will not be deceived easily anymore. Senate Votes to Ban Iran UN Amb. From Entering USBipartisan support for bill preventing known terrorists from entering US as UN envoys ensures unanimous vote in favor. ZOA Opposes Samantha Power's NominationZOA cites Samantha Power’s record of outspoken anti-Israel statements, urges Senate to oppose her nomination. Israeli Jurist Appointed to UN Rights CouncilIsraeli legal scholar Yuval Shani has been selected to sit on a committee advising the notoriously anti-Israeli UN Human Rights Council. Barak Warns: 'Tighten Sanctions Further on Iran'Israel warns the world to tighten sanctions "even further" -- to the "crippling" point -- on Iran. Israel Complains to UNIsrael's Ambassador to the UN has filed a complaint with the Security Council against Syria and Lebanon, over Sunday's Nakba Day incidents.Prosor Appointment ApprovedIsrael's Cabinet approves appointment of Ron Prosor as UN Ambassador. Prime Minister Netanyahu: Choosing him at this time is very important. UN Nod Goes to Minister ErdanEnvironment Minister Gilad Erdan, a vociferous opponent of the Disengagement in 2004-5, will apparently be Israel’s next ambassador to the UN. |
