Tag: State Department
Led by Levin, House Democrats Scold Pompeo for Reversing US Policy on Judea, Samaria
"Settlement expansion into the occupied West Bank makes a contiguous Palestinian state inviable, jeopardizing Israel’s future" as a democracy.
Pompeo to Meet with Putin in Russia
"It is no secret that we have many areas of disagreement with the Russian government."
Florida Passes Anti-Semitism Bill, Unanimously
The bill now moves to Florida Governor Ron DeSantis for his signature.
Russia Charges US Citizen with Espionage
The United States has requested consular access to the detained individual, the State Department said.
While We Were Away on Shabbat, US Announced Embassy Move on Israel Independence Day
The Trump administration is considering an offer from pro-Republican billionaire Sheldon Adelson to pay for part of a new embassy in Jerusalem. Rumors put at the size of Adelson's donation at half a billion dollars.
US ‘Strongly Supports’ Israel’s Right to Defend Itself Against Iran Threat
"Iran's calculated escalation of threat and its ambition to project its power and dominance, places all the people of the region -- from Yemen to Lebanon -- at risk."
State Dept. Covers Up How Many Real Refugees Are Still Alive (Hint: Way Less...
According to a classified State Dept. report, the actual number of authentic refugees hovers around 20,000.
White House Orders Closure of Russian Consulate, 2 Annexes in US
The State Department said Washington is “prepared to take further action as necessary and as warranted.”
‘Difficult 2 Weeks’ Brings Greenblatt Back to The Wall
"We believe calm and security will create the best opportunity to return to dialogue and the pursuit of peace."
Trump Cuts State Dept. Budget by 28%, Israel’s Share Intact
Trump originally wanted a 37% reduction in the State Department's budget, but gave in to pressure from Secretary of State Rex Tillerson.
DM Liberman to Secy of State Tillerson: Settlements No Obstacle to Peace
"Even the uprooting of 21 blossoming communities in Gaza didn't lead to peace, but rather, to rocket fire aimed at Israel."
State Dept. Calls on Iran to Return Missing American Robert Levinson
"Over the last decade his family has suffered from his absence... We will not rest until the Levinson family is whole again."
Iran Among Main Issues on Netanyahu-Trump Agenda
This is not the first time these two have met; but it's likely one of their most important meetings.
US: Condemns Terrorism by Nameless Murderer From Non-Entity
A deputy spokesperson for the US State Department condemned the murderous terror attack that left four Israelis dead in Jerusalem.
Full Text: Reaction by Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu to Secy Kerry’s Speech [video]
"Israeli families have made the ultimate sacrifice to defend our country and advance peace. My family has been one of them."
Full Text: Speech by Secretary of State John Kerry at State Department
"I believe the negotiations did not fail because the gaps were too wide, but because the level of trust was too low."
Kerry Defends Obama Decision to Abstain at UNSC Vote Condemning Israel
US Secy of State John Kerry attacked the Netanyahu administration in his farewell speech at the State Department.
Ex-MK, Accused Spy for Hezbollah, Got A Visa to Speak in Washington DC
Accused Israeli Arab spy and ex-MK Azmi Bishara is slated to speak in Washington DC, and got a US visa to do it.
Israel, US Seal MOU: ‘Largest Pledge of Military Assistance in US History’
Israel and the US have closed their Memorandum of Understanding on a 10-year defense funding deal: Israel gets the funds with which to buy product from America.
US 2nd Circuit Appeals Court Reverses Anti-Terror Verdict Against Palestinian Authority, PLO
The court case involving the families of terror victims against the Palestinian Authority takes a new turn, and further appeal may be required.
US Denies Conditioning $400 Million Payment on Prisoner Release Was Ransom
The Obama administration still insists it paid "no ransom" to Iran in order to get back four hostages held by Tehran. But where is Bob Levinson, the only Jew?
Israel: Okay to Demolish 30 Illegal Structures in “Arab” Susiya
As the US and EU double down on Israel, the state says it can take down 30 illegal shacks in Arab Susiya, but won't decide yet.
FBI Backs Down, Hillary Clinton Not Charged on Personal Server Use at State Dept.
The FBI will not recommend criminal charges against Democratic presidential candidate Hillary Clinton.
State Dept. Says Liberman Appointment ‘Raises Legitimate Questions’ About Direction of Israeli Govt
The US is less that pleased that Israel's new defense minister will be Yisrael Beytenu's Avigdor Liberman, making the expanded coalition stronger on the right.
Bill Introduced to Undo US Ban on Label ‘Made in Israel’ if Beyond Green...
Bill introduced to rescind administration's rule banning "made in Israel" label for goods made in Judea and Samaria.
Israel Condemned for Preparing to Designate State Land in Jordan Valley
The last time Israel designated a lot as state land was in August 2014, after 3 yeshiva teens were murdered.
Saudi Arabia Cuts Ties with Iran, Gives 48 Hours for Iranian Diplomats to Leave...
The Muslim Middle East continues unraveling: Saudis cut relations with Iran, Iranians torch Saudi Embassy
US Secy John Kerry Returns to Israel
US Secy John Kerry returns to Israel on Sunday for talks in Jerusalem, Ramallah, "Tel Aviv" and then Abu Dhabi, on regional issues and Syria.
Protests Lead to Removal of Hamas Incitement from Social Media
Protests from various American Jewish organizations have led to the removal of Hamas incitement from Facebook, YouTube, Twitter and Instagram.
Simon Wiesenthal Center's Rabbis Marvin...
State Dept Spox: No Worries, Parchin has No Nuclear Dimensions
A report by the entity responsible for ensuring the peaceful development of nuclear energy worldwide and the one upon which the world depends for monitoring Iran's nuclear activity...