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In West Bank, Biden says Palestinians need to see 'political horizon'

Bethlehem (Palestinian Territories) (AFP) - US President Joe Biden said during a trip to the occupied West Bank on Friday that Palestinians need to see a path towards statehood, even if hopes for a peace process with Israel remain bleak.

AFP

Joe Biden greeted by protests during brief visit to Palestine

US president promises $300m in aid amid anger in Bethlehem and East Jerusalem at sidelining of quest for Palestinian state

The Guardian - UK

Biden meets Palestinian leader ahead of Saudi visit

Bethlehem (Palestinian Territories) (AFP) - US President Joe Biden met Palestinian leader Mahmud Abbas in the occupied West Bank on Friday for talks expected to focus on economic measures without striking any major diplomatic breakthrough.

AFP

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Biden pledges $100 million for Palestinian hospitals in East Jerusalem

U.S. President Joe Biden on Friday pledged an additional $100 million to support hospitals in East Jerusalem as part of a multiyear commitment aimed at helping Palestinian health services.

Reuters

The Latest: Pro-Palestinian rally gathers near Biden route

Pro-Palestinian demonstrators have gathered in east Jerusalem ahead of a visit by President Joe Biden to a nearby hospital

The Independent UK

Biden confronts Saudi crown prince over Khashoggi murder, expects action on energy

U.S. President Joe Biden said on Friday he told Saudi Arabia's Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman he held him responsible for the murder of Washington Post journalist Jamal Khashoggi, shortly after exchanging a fist bump with the kingdom's de facto ruler.

Reuters

Biden heads to West Bank, with little to offer Palestinians

President Joe Biden will visit Palestinian leaders in the West Bank on Friday, at a moment when there's little chance of reviving peace talks with Israel

The Independent UK

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Biden to meet Palestinian leaders ahead of Saudi visit

Jerusalem (AFP) - US President Joe Biden will meet Palestinian leader Mahmud Abbas in the occupied West Bank on Friday, with talks expected to focus on economic measures but without striking any major diplomatic breakthrough.

AFP

Analysis: Palestinians feel increasingly disillusioned by Biden’s approach

JERUSALEM — The short ride that takes President Joe Biden from Jerusalem to Bethlehem passes an enormous mural of a smiling woman, wearing a flak jacket, yellow paint giving highlights to her chestnut hair.

Los Angeles Times

Joe Biden defends human rights record ahead of Saudi visit

President says he will not avoid rights issues but skirts commitment to discuss Khashoggi murder

The Guardian - UK

Biden talks joint investment with Israel, India, UAE

Jerusalem (AFP) - US President Joe Biden held joint investment talks Thursday with Israel, India and the United Arab Emirates, as Washington seeks to counter the global reach of China.

AFP

Biden won't commit to confronting Saudi Arabia over journalist's murder

JERUSALEM — President Joe Biden on Thursday would not commit to confronting the leaders of Saudi Arabia over the killing of U.S.-based journalist Jamal Khashoggi when he travels to the kingdom later this week .

Los Angeles Times

US vows to use all means to stop Iran nuclear bomb in new Israel pact

Jerusalem (AFP) - The US and Israel signed a new security pact Thursday reinforcing their common front against Iran, as President Joe Biden vowed to use "all" American power to stop Tehran from acquiring nuclear weapons.

AFP

Conflict Over East Jerusalem Consulate Sparks Controversy with Biden’s Arrival

Statements by US National Security Adviser Jake Sullivan about serious talks to open the US Consulate in East Jerusalem sparked controversy, forcing White House Spokesman John Kirby to deny the information, saying that there was “no change in US policy regarding a Palestinian consulate in Jerusalem.” Kirby added that the…

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The Independent UK

The Latest: Biden, Israeli PM Lapid, meet in Jerusalem

President Joe Biden is meeting in Jerusalem with Israel’s prime minister, Yair Lapid

Al Jazeera

US, Israel sign joint anti-Iran nuclear declaration

US President Biden and Israeli PM Lapid sign joint declaration during meeting in Jerusalem.

AFP

US, Israel to sign security pledge as Biden visits Jerusalem

Jerusalem (AFP) - US President Joe Biden and Israel's Prime Minister Yair Lapid will sign a security pact Thursday affirming their united front against Iran, after holding bilateral talks in Jerusalem.

Bangkok Post

Biden to meet with Israeli leaders in Jerusalem on Mideast tour

JERUSALEM: US President Joe Biden will hold bilateral talks on Thursday with Israeli officials in Jerusalem, where the two allies are expected to declare a "united stand" on common foe Iran.

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Biden to meet with Israeli leaders in Jerusalem on second day of Mideast tour

Jerusalem (AFP) - US President Joe Biden will hold bilateral talks on Thursday with Israeli officials in Jerusalem, where the two allies are expected to declare a "united stand" on common foe Iran.

Los Angeles Times

Iran, not oil, is the main topic of Biden’s trip among Middle Eastern leaders

JERUSALEM — Many in the United States view President Joe Biden’s trip to the Middle East that began Wednesday as a mission to lower oil prices. But leaders throughout the region see it as a chance to hash out disagreements over Iran.

Asharq Al-Awsat

Slain Palestinian Reporter’s Family ‘Outraged’ as Biden Arrives in Israel

The niece of slain Palestinian American journalist Shireen Abu Akleh expressed "outrage" Wednesday as US President Joe Biden arrived in Israel, condemning Washington for inaction over her killing. Lina Abu Akleh watched on television from her home in Israeli-annexed east Jerusalem as Air Force One touched down near Tel Aviv,…

AFP

Slain Palestinian reporter's family 'outraged' as Biden arrives in Israel

Jerusalem (AFP) - The niece of slain Palestinian American journalist Shireen Abu Akleh expressed "outrage" Wednesday as US President Joe Biden arrived in Israel, condemning Washington for inaction over her killing.

The Guardian - UK

Biden commits to Israel’s security as he embarks on Middle East tour

After the visit a communique titled the ‘Jerusalem Declaration’ will reaffirm Israel’s right to defend itself

Asharq Al-Awsat

Biden Greeted as Old Friend in Israel at Start of Middle East Tour

US President Joe Biden arrived on Wednesday in Israel, which embraced him as an old friend on the first leg of a high-stakes trip dominated by tensions with Iran. Landing at Ben Gurion Airport, whose tarmac he first trod in 1973 as a senator, Biden bumped fists with Israeli Prime…

AFP

Biden to 'minimise contact' on Mideast visit due to Covid-19

Jerusalem (AFP) - The White House said Wednesday that President Joe Biden would limit physical contact during his Middle East tour, citing coronavirus concerns, as he landed in Israel ahead of a delicate trip to Saudi Arabia.

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