Saudis push for ‘plan B’ that excludes Israel from key deal with US Riyadh seeks more modest agreement with Washington in absence of Gaza ceasefire and Netanyahu resistance to Palestinian state The Guardian - US · May 1, 2024
Hamas Official Responds To Blinken's Ceasefire Comments Hamas official rejects US pressure for ceasefire in Israel conflict, vows to continue resistance. International community calls for de-escalation and prote... Top News · May 1, 2024
Blinken To Advocate For Aid To Gaza In Israel Secretary of State Blinken advocates for continued humanitarian aid to Gaza post-conflict, emphasizing the urgent need for support and recovery efforts. Top News · May 1, 2024
Blinken Urges Hamas To Agree Gaza Truce As He Meets Israel Leaders Top US diplomat Antony Blinken urged Hamas to accept a truce in the Gaza Strip on Wednesday, after Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu vowed to send troops into its far southern city of Rafah. International Business Times · May 1, 2024
US Secretary Of State Blinken Pushes For Gaza Ceasefire Deal US Secretary of State Blinken's visit to Israel for ceasefire negotiations with Hamas amid ongoing conflict. Progress is promising but challenges persist. Top News · May 1, 2024
Gaza ceasefire must be permanent, Hamas official says Hamas will respond to an Israeli truce proposal for Gaza "within a very short period", an official with the Palestinian militant group said Wednesday, stressing that any ceasefire needs to be permanent. US Secretary of State Antony Blinken renewed calls for Hamas to accept the ceasefire deal as he began… France 24 · May 1, 2024
Netanyahu vows to raid Rafah ‘with or without’ hostage deal Mediators renew efforts to secure a truce ahead of invasion of city, where more than 1 million people are sheltering The Guardian - UK · Apr 30, 2024
Russia-Ukraine war: killing of two Ukrainians by Russian in southern Germany investigated for political motive, say prosecutors – as it happened Two Ukrainian soldiers in Germany for medical rehabilitation killed and 57-year-old Russian suspect arrested, says public prosecutor’s office The Guardian - UK · Apr 29, 2024
State Department Divided Over Israel's Use Of US Weapons The State Department is evaluating Israel's use of US weapons amid concerns of war crimes during the Gaza conflict. Secretary Blinken faces a deadline to d... Top News · Apr 29, 2024
Secretary Of State Blinken To Visit Israel, Jordan, Saudi Arabia Secretary of State Antony Blinken's upcoming trip to Israel, Jordan, and Saudi Arabia aims to address the impasse in negotiations between Israel and Hamas,... Top News · Apr 28, 2024
Blinken Engages Azeri And Armenian Leaders In Peace Talks US Secretary of State Blinken engages with Azerbaijani and Armenian leaders on Nagorno-Karabakh conflict, emphasizing peaceful resolution and US support fo... Top News · Apr 28, 2024
Sen. Graham Urges White House To Secure Saudi-Israel Deal Senator Lindsey Graham's support for the Saudi-Israel normalization deal highlights potential benefits and the need for bipartisan cooperation in the region. Top News · Apr 28, 2024
Antony Blinken to visit Saudi Arabia to try to restart Gaza ceasefire talks US secretary of state to discuss avoiding regional conflict The Guardian - UK · Apr 28, 2024
Middle East crisis: Israel has agreed to listen to US concerns before any Rafah invasion, says White House – as it happened Israel has started to meet commitments it made to Joe Biden on allowing aid into the north of Gaza, says White House national security spokesperson The Guardian - AU · Apr 28, 2024
France 24 · Apr 28, 2024 Hamas delegation due in Cairo on Monday for Gaza ceasefire talks A senior Hamas official told AFP on Sunday that the group would deliver its response to Israel's latest counterproposal for a Gaza ceasefire on Monday in Egypt as mediators stepped up efforts to reach a deal ahead of an Israeli assault on the southern city of Rafah. Earlier, Palestinian Authority…
International Business Times · Apr 28, 2024 Gaza Set To Dominate Saudi-hosted Global Economy Summit The war in Gaza and broader Middle East tensions are expected to get top billing at a Saudi-hosted special meeting of the World Economic Forum that begins on Sunday.
International Business Times · Apr 28, 2024 Blinken To Saudi As Window Shrinks On Middle East Mega-deal Washington's top diplomat will travel to Saudi Arabia on Sunday as the deadline approaches on a landmark -- and, analysts say, long-shot -- deal that would see the kingdom recognise Israel.
Top News · Apr 27, 2024 Secretary Of State Blinken To Travel To Saudi Arabia Secretary Blinken's visit to Saudi Arabia for ceasefire talks amidst Israel-Hamas negotiations. Hamas obstructing progress towards resolution.
Top News · Apr 27, 2024 Secretary Blinken's Ongoing Diplomatic Efforts In Middle East Secretary of State Blinken's diplomatic mission to address escalating crisis in the Middle East amid Israel-Hamas conflict.
The Guardian - UK · Apr 27, 2024 Chinese jets fly sorties over Taiwan strait in show of force as US delegation departs End of secretary of state Antony Blinken’s three-day visit marks upsurge in military activity after period of relative calm
Top News · Apr 27, 2024 US Chip Bans Aim To Avoid Stifling China's Growth The U.S. clarifies semiconductor export restrictions to China, emphasizing national security while promoting dialogue and fair competition.
Top News · Apr 26, 2024 Blinken Buys Taylor Swift Album In Beijing Amid China Tensions US Secretary of State's purchase of a Taylor Swift album in Beijing raises questions amidst strained US-China relations.
International Business Times · Apr 26, 2024 US Holds Off On Sanctioning Israeli Units Amid Human Rights Allegations Secretary of State Antony Blinken's letter to House Speaker Mike Johnson outlined this decision, stating that aid delivery would not be delayed, provided Israel takes specific steps to address the allegations.
Top News · Apr 26, 2024 Blinken Supports Gaza Protests, Condemns Hamas Silence U.S. Secretary of State Blinken supports peaceful protests in Gaza, condemns Hamas actions, and urges international involvement for de-escalation.
Top News · Apr 26, 2024 US Secretary Of State Blinken Warns Of Chinese Election Interference US Secretary of State Antony Blinken expresses concerns over Chinese interference in US elections and defends American right to protest amid recent tensions.