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Journalist added to White House chat discussing Houthi strikes

White House reviewing how Jeffrey Goldberg, editor-in-chief of The Atlantic, was mistakenly added to a group chat discussing plans for US strikes against Houthi rebels in Yemen.

John Kirby:

'Obstacles from Hamas are preventing a deal'

White House National Security Council spokesperson says a hostage deal can be reached before Biden's term concludes on January 20: It won’t be possible without additional compromise. Hamas are making it difficult.

John Kirby:

'We welcome Israel’s decision to send delegation to Qatar'

White House National Security Council spokesperson acknowledges in conversation with reporters there is no significant progress on hostage release deal, reiterates that Hamas is the one that initiated the conflict.

'A horrific crime'

White House condemns murder of Rabbi Zvi Kogan

White House National Security Council Spokesperson condemns murder of Chabad emissary Rabbi Zvi Kogan: It was an assault on the UAE and its rejection of violent extremism across the board.

US National Security Adviser:

'We're working feverishly on a hostage release deal'

White House National Security Adviser Jake Sullivan says the US is concerned about the Middle East conflict escalating to a broader war.

US Dep. security advisor:

'US trying to prevent situation from spiraling'

White House Deputy National Security Adviser Jonathan Finer hinted at the Biden Administration's frustration with the eliminations of top Hamas and Hezbollah terrorists.

White House:

'Our commitment to Israel’s security is ironclad'

Commenting on tensions between Israel and Hezbollah, US National Security Council Spokesperson says Israel "has a right to defend itself against the severe threats it faces".

White House reveals:

Russia obtained ‘troubling’ anti-satellite weapon

National Security Council spokesperson John Kirby clarified that the weapon was not operational and could not be used to attack human beings or cause physical destruction on Earth.

White House:

'Hostage deal was agreed, parties are working out final details'

National Security Council spokesperson says the US is hopeful that implementation of hostage deal with Hamas begins on Friday.

White House:

'Several US nationals killed in Hamas attack on Israel'

National Security Council spokesman says several Americans have died in Hamas' attack on Israel. No additional details provided.

White House to Israel:

'Respect the right of peaceful assembly'

US comments on incidents of violence during protests against the judicial reform: There is a significant debate in Israel.

White House:

'Israel has the right to protect itself and defend its people'

White House National Security Council says US is closely following Gaza situation, after Israel eliminated three Islamic Jihad leaders.

White House:

Sullivan stressed need to avoid steps that can inflame tensions

White House summarizes National Security Advisor's Israel visit: He encouraged efforts to advance towards two-state solution.

Obama Will Veto New Bipartisan Legislation on Iran Deal

White House National Security Council condemns new legislation, states openly President Barack Obama will use executive powers to veto it.