Antony Blinken speaks with G7 Foreign Ministers, discusses Middle East as region remains on edge of war
4 months, 2 weeks ago

Antony Blinken speaks with G7 Foreign Ministers, discusses Middle East as region remains on edge of war

India TV News  

US Secretary of State Antony Blinken on Sunday spoke with the Foreign Ministers of G7 countries to discuss “diplomatic efforts” to prevent the escalation of brewing tensions in the Middle East involving Israel and Iran, State Department Spokesperson Matthew Miller said. “Secretary Antony Blinken spoke with G7 Foreign Ministers to discuss diplomatic efforts to prevent the escalation of the conflict in the Middle East,” Miller posted on X. Italy’s foreign minister on Middle East Italy's foreign minister Antonio Tajani said on Sunday that the foreign ministers of the Group of Seven major democracies called on all parties involved in the current conflict in the Middle East to avoid actions that could lead to an escalation. Tensions in the Middle East, inflamed by the 10-month-old war in Gaza, have escalated in recent days after the assassination of Ismail Haniyeh, leader of the militant Palestinian group Hamas, in Tehran on Wednesday, a day after an Israeli strike in Beirut killed Fuad Shukr, a top military commander of the Lebanese armed group Hezbollah.

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Blinken, regional top diplomats meet in Jordan to discuss Syria’s post-Assad transition
1 week, 2 days ago

Blinken, regional top diplomats meet in Jordan to discuss Syria’s post-Assad transition

Firstpost  

The end of the Assad family’s half-century rule has raised fears of further instability in the Middle East, a region already grappling with the ongoing Israel-Hamas war in Gaza and hostilities between Israel and Hezbollah in Lebanon Top diplomats from the United States, the Arab League, and Turkey met in the Jordanian port city of Aqaba on Saturday to discuss …

Middle East latest: Top diplomats from US, Arab League and Turkey discuss Syria's transition
1 week, 2 days ago

Middle East latest: Top diplomats from US, Arab League and Turkey discuss Syria's transition

The Independent  

Sign up for the View from Westminster email for expert analysis straight to your inbox Get our free View from Westminster email Get our free View from Westminster email SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our privacy policy Top diplomats from the United States, the Arab League and Turkey …

Antony Blinken heads to Middle East as US seeks role in Syria’s future
1 week, 5 days ago

Antony Blinken heads to Middle East as US seeks role in Syria’s future

Hindustan Times  

Secretary of State Antony Blinken is heading back to the Middle East as the Biden administration tries to shape the unfolding chaos in Syria before Donald Trump returns to the White House. “The Secretary will reiterate the United States’ support for an inclusive, Syrian-led transition to an accountable and representative government,” State Department spokesman Matthew Miller said in a statement …

G7 ministers throw support behind Israel-Hezbollah ceasefire but make no mention of ICC warrant
3 weeks, 6 days ago

G7 ministers throw support behind Israel-Hezbollah ceasefire but make no mention of ICC warrant

New Indian Express  

“You have to be very pragmatic because when something in theory isn’t applicable, it runs the risk of being just a political message.” The G7 meeting of foreign ministers, the last of the Biden administration, was dominated by the wars in Gaza and Lebanon. The EU’s top diplomat, Josep Borrell, said Tuesday there were “no excuses” for Israel to refuse …

Blinken says Lebanon ceasefire talks 'in final stages'
3 weeks, 6 days ago

Blinken says Lebanon ceasefire talks 'in final stages'

Raw Story  

US Secretary of State Antony Blinken on Tuesday said that efforts to secure a ceasefire in Lebanon were "in the final stages", and that a deal could help end the Gaza conflict. "We're not there yet, but I believe we are in the final stages," Blinken told reporters after a meeting near Rome with G7 counterparts, adding that "by de-escalating …

G7 foreign ministers push for Israel-Hezbollah ceasefire in final G7 of Biden administration
4 weeks, 1 day ago

G7 foreign ministers push for Israel-Hezbollah ceasefire in final G7 of Biden administration

Associated Press  

FIUGGI, Italy — Foreign ministers from the world’s leading industrialized nations expressed cautious optimism Monday about possible progress on a ceasefire between Israel and Hezbollah. “Let’s hope it’s true and that there’s no backing down at the last-minute.” A ceasefire in Gaza and Lebanon was foremost on the agenda of the G7 meeting in Fiuggi, outside Rome, that gathered ministers …

G-7 foreign ministers push for Israel-Hezbollah cease-fire in final G-7 of Biden administration
4 weeks, 1 day ago

G-7 foreign ministers push for Israel-Hezbollah cease-fire in final G-7 of Biden administration

LA Times  

U.S. Secretary of State Antony J. Blinken, left, France’s Foreign Affairs Minister Jean-Noel Barrot, Canada’s Foreign Affairs Minister Melanie Joly, Italy’s Foreign Minister Antonio Tajani, Japan’s Foreign Minister Takeshi Iwaya, Germany’s Foreign Affairs Minister Annalena Baerbock, Britain’s Foreign Secretary David Lammy and High Representative of the European Union for Foreign Affairs and Security Policy Josep Borrell pose for a photo …

As Gaza deadline nears, Israel's strategic affairs minister to meet Blinken
1 month, 1 week ago

As Gaza deadline nears, Israel's strategic affairs minister to meet Blinken

Firstpost  

Israeli Minister of Strategic Affairs Ron Dermer will meet with US Secretary of State Antony Blinken on Monday in Washington, the State Department said, as a deadline set by Washington to improve the humanitarian situation in Gaza nears Israeli Minister of Strategic Affairs Ron Dermer will meet with US Secretary of State Antony Blinken on Monday in Washington, the State …

Iran says world awaits Trump stop to Gaza, Lebanon wars; calls Israeli assassinations 'organised terrorism'
1 month, 1 week ago

Iran says world awaits Trump stop to Gaza, Lebanon wars; calls Israeli assassinations 'organised terrorism'

New Indian Express  

RIYADH: Iran on Monday said the "world is waiting" for Donald Trump's incoming US government to stop Israel's wars with Hamas and Hezbollah, as it condemned a wave of Israeli assassinations as "organised terrorism." "The American government is the main supporter of the actions of the Zionist regime," First Vice President Mohammad Reza Aref told a joint Arab League and …

Egypt, US Discuss Ceasefire Efforts in Gaza and Lebanon
1 month, 2 weeks ago

Egypt, US Discuss Ceasefire Efforts in Gaza and Lebanon

China Daily  

Egyptian Foreign Minister Badr Abdelatty and US Secretary of State Antony Blinken discussed efforts toward ceasefires in the Gaza Strip and Lebanon. They condemned Israel's blocking of humanitarian aid and measures against the UN Relief and Works Agency for Palestine Refugees in the Near East, and called for concerted international efforts to achieve an immediate ceasefire, establish a truce, fully …

Blinken's Qatar Talks: Exploring New Frameworks for Gaza Ceasefire
2 months ago

Blinken's Qatar Talks: Exploring New Frameworks for Gaza Ceasefire

Firstpost  

US Secretary of State Antony Blinken arrived in Qatar for talks on Thursday with the key mediator on the war in Gaza, as he seeks momentum for a ceasefire after Israel's killing the leader of Hamas. Blinken spoke to Israel's leaders about the importance of determining whether Hamas is prepared to engage in moving forward, and the Egyptians, the Qataris …

Lebanon's Caretaker Prime Minister Calls for Immediate Cease-Fire
2 months ago

Lebanon's Caretaker Prime Minister Calls for Immediate Cease-Fire

Associated Press  

U.S. Secretary of State Antony Blinken met with Qatari officials in Doha to discuss the ongoing Israeli-Hamas cease-fire negotiations. The meeting comes as the U.S. struggles to break the logjam of cease-fire negotiations between Israel and the militant group. The article also highlights the ongoing conflict in the Middle East, with the Israel-Hamas war continuing in Gaza and Lebanon. The …

Blinken's Bid to Ease Israeli Conflicts: A Diplomatic Journey to the Middle East
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2 months ago

Blinken's Bid to Ease Israeli Conflicts: A Diplomatic Journey to the Middle East

Live Mint  

US and Saudi Arabia officials held talks to ease tensions in the Middle East, with a focus on resolving the Israeli-Palestinian conflict and the Israeli-Iranian conflict. President Joe Biden's top diplomat Antony Blinken met with Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman to discuss efforts to reach a cease-fire in Gaza and Lebanon. The talks aimed to garner regional support for …

Blinken Warns of 'Time to End' Gaza Conflict, Urges Israel to Avoid Escalation
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2 months ago

Blinken Warns of 'Time to End' Gaza Conflict, Urges Israel to Avoid Escalation

Firstpost  

US Secretary of State Antony Blinken urges Israel to seize on the killing of Hamas leader Yahya Sinwar in Gaza to work towards a ceasefire. Blinken also presses for more aid to be allowed into besieged Gaza, as concerns rise for tens of thousands of civilians trapped by fighting in the hard-to-reach north.

Blinken arrives in Israel as US looks to renew cease-fire efforts after the killing of Hamas leader
2 months ago

Blinken arrives in Israel as US looks to renew cease-fire efforts after the killing of Hamas leader

The Independent  

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Blinken's 11th Middle East Trip: A Journey to End the Gaza War?
2 months ago

Blinken's 11th Middle East Trip: A Journey to End the Gaza War?

Associated Press  

Secretary of State Antony Blinken is heading to the Middle East for the 11th time since the Gaza war erupted last year. His trip aims to discuss the war in Gaza, the conflict between Israel and Hezbollah in southern Lebanon, and the need for a diplomatic resolution to the conflict between Israel and Iran.

Blinken's Hopeful Trip to the Middle East: Can Diplomacy Deliver a Ceasefire?
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2 months ago

Blinken's Hopeful Trip to the Middle East: Can Diplomacy Deliver a Ceasefire?

CNN  

US Secretary of State Antony Blinken departed for the Middle East to seek momentum for a new ceasefire push following the death of Hamas leader Yahya Sinwar. Despite the challenging circumstances, Blinken remains hopeful that diplomacy can prevail and that a ceasefire can be reached. However, there are concerns about who will take over the militant group and the prospects …

Blinken Says Surprise Escalations Threaten To Derail Cease-Fire Talks For Gaza
3 months ago

Blinken Says Surprise Escalations Threaten To Derail Cease-Fire Talks For Gaza

Huff Post  

LOADING ERROR LOADING CAIRO — U.S. Secretary of State Antony Blinken expressed frustration Wednesday at surprise escalations that threaten to derail efforts to broker a cease-fire deal in Gaza, noting that the United States is assessing a deadly attack that caused pagers used by Hezbollah to explode in Lebanon. Blinken, who had meetings with Egyptian President Abdel Fattah el-Sissi and …

Blinken ends latest Mideast visit without a cease-fire, warning ‘time is of the essence’
4 months ago

Blinken ends latest Mideast visit without a cease-fire, warning ‘time is of the essence’

Associated Press  

DOHA, Qatar — U.S. Secretary of State Antony Blinken ended his ninth visit to the Middle East since the war in Gaza began without securing any major breakthrough for a cease-fire deal, warning on Tuesday that “time is of the essence” even as Hamas and Israel signaled that challenges remain. Americans have little alternative to continuing to push Israel and …

Israel's Netanyahu supports new bridging proposal for Gaza truce: Blinken
4 months ago

Israel's Netanyahu supports new bridging proposal for Gaza truce: Blinken

China Daily  

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu meets with US Secretary of State Antony Blinken in Jerusalem, on Aug 19, 2024. JERUSALEM - Israel has accepted a new proposal for a ceasefire in Gaza and the release of hostages, US Secretary of State Antony Blinken said Monday after a meeting with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu. During a press conference in Tel …

Blinken says Israel OKs a plan to break the cease-fire impasse and urges Hamas to do the same
4 months ago

Blinken says Israel OKs a plan to break the cease-fire impasse and urges Hamas to do the same

Associated Press  

TEL AVIV, Israel — U.S. Secretary of State Antony Blinken said Monday that Israel has accepted a proposal to bridge differences holding up a cease-fire and hostage release in Gaza, and he called on Hamas to do the same, without saying whether concerns cited by the militant group had been addressed. U.S. Secretary of State Antony Blinken, left, meets with …

Blinken is in Israel trying to arrange a cease-fire deal between Israel and Hamas
4 months ago

Blinken is in Israel trying to arrange a cease-fire deal between Israel and Hamas

NPR  

Blinken is in Israel trying to arrange a cease-fire deal between Israel and Hamas Secretary of State Antony Blinken is trying to get a cease-fire agreement for Gaza “across the finish line.” It has been on the table for months, and many are skeptical a deal can be reached. LEILA FADEL, HOST: The Biden administration's top diplomat is in Israel …

Blinken, on ninth Mideast trip since Gaza war began, seeks cease-fire momentum as talks to resume
4 months ago

Blinken, on ninth Mideast trip since Gaza war began, seeks cease-fire momentum as talks to resume

Associated Press  

TEL AVIV, Israel — U.S. Secretary of State Antony Blinken will use his ninth diplomatic mission to the Middle East since the start of the Israel-Hamas war to press for the quick conclusion of an elusive cease-fire agreement. Late last week, the three countries mediating the proposed cease-fire reported progress on a deal under which Israel would halt most military …

Antony Blinken to arrive in Israel as U.S. pushes for Gaza ceasefire
4 months ago

Antony Blinken to arrive in Israel as U.S. pushes for Gaza ceasefire

The Hindu  

U.S. Secretary of State Antony Blinken is set to arrive in Israel on Sunday as part of Washington's intensifying diplomatic push to achieve a ceasefire in Gaza that will end the 10-month-old war between Israel and Hamas. Israel's negotiating team on Saturday expressed "cautious optimism" on the possibility of advancing a deal, according to a statement from Prime Minister Benjamin …

Blinken returns to Israel in Gaza truce push as Hamas rejects US 'diktats'
4 months ago

Blinken returns to Israel in Gaza truce push as Hamas rejects US 'diktats'

New Indian Express  

US Secretary of State Antony Blinken was due in Israel on Sunday as mediators seek to cement a Gaza ceasefire deal, while a senior Hamas official dismissed "American diktats" in negotiations. US, Qatari and Egyptian mediators have said negotiations to clinch a ceasefire in the more than 10-month-old war were making progress, and US President Joe Biden said "we are …

Kirby blasts Israeli finance minister as ‘dead wrong,’ after comments undercutting ceasefire proposal
4 months, 2 weeks ago

Kirby blasts Israeli finance minister as ‘dead wrong,’ after comments undercutting ceasefire proposal

CNN  

CNN — John Kirby, the spokesman for the US National Security Council, issued a stark rebuke Friday of the Israeli finance minister over comments undercutting a ceasefire proposal between Israel and Hamas, calling Bezalel Smotrich’s comments “dead wrong.” “Some critics, like Mr. Smotrich, for example, have claimed that the hostage deal is a surrender to Hamas, or that hostages should …

Israel-Hamas war latest: New Hamas leader can ensure a cease-fire deal is reached, Blinken says
4 months, 2 weeks ago

Israel-Hamas war latest: New Hamas leader can ensure a cease-fire deal is reached, Blinken says

Associated Press  

U.S. Secretary of State Antony Blinken says the newly chosen Hamas leader Yahya Sinwar has the power to ensure that a cease-fire deal is reached for the Israel-Hamas war in Gaza. France’s Macron urges Iran’s president to do ‘everything in his power’ to avoid escalation PARIS — French President Emmanuel Macron had a phone call with Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian …

Middle East Crisis Highlights: Antony Blinken speaks to G7 counterparts
4 months, 2 weeks ago

Middle East Crisis Highlights: Antony Blinken speaks to G7 counterparts

Hindustan Times  

US Secretary of State Antony Blinken spoke to G7's topmost diplomats after Joe Biden said he hopes Iran would step down. Middle East Crisis Highlights: Antony Blinken, the US Secretary of State on Sunday spoke to the foreign ministers of G7 countries over video-call as tensions remain high in the Middle East days after the assassination of Hamas political chief …

Hezbollah leader says war with Israel has entered ‘new phase’ after deaths of its top leaders
4 months, 3 weeks ago

Hezbollah leader says war with Israel has entered ‘new phase’ after deaths of its top leaders

Hindustan Times  

Hezbollah's leader warned Thursday that the conflict with Israel has entered a “new phase”, as he addressed mourners at the funeral of a commander from the group who was killed by an Israeli airstrike this week in Beirut. “There was no additional airstrike, not a missile and not an Israeli drone, in the entire Middle East that night,” he said …

Hezbollah leader says war with Israel has entered ‘new phase’ after killings of top militant figures
4 months, 3 weeks ago

Hezbollah leader says war with Israel has entered ‘new phase’ after killings of top militant figures

Associated Press  

BEIRUT — Hezbollah’s leader warned Thursday that the conflict with Israel has entered a “new phase,” as he addressed mourners at the funeral of a commander from the group who was killed by an Israeli airstrike this week in Beirut. Iran has vowed retaliation against Israel for the strike that killed Hamas’ Ismail Haniyeh on Wednesday in the Iranian capital …

What to know about the escalating conflict and Israel-Hamas ceasefire talks after 2 assassinations
4 months, 3 weeks ago

What to know about the escalating conflict and Israel-Hamas ceasefire talks after 2 assassinations

Hindustan Times  

A pair of assassinations of anti-Israel militant leaders hours apart is threatening to set off a regional clash and upend already fragile talks aimed at ending the war in Gaza. And Haniyeh's killing in Tehran came during Israel's 10-month war against Hamas in Gaza, which has killed more than 39,000 Palestinians in the seaside enclave, according to Gaza Health Ministry …

What to know about the escalating conflict and Israel-Hamas cease-fire talks after 2 assassinations
4 months, 3 weeks ago

What to know about the escalating conflict and Israel-Hamas cease-fire talks after 2 assassinations

Associated Press  

A pair of assassinations of anti-Israel militant leaders hours apart is threatening to set off a regional clash and upend already fragile talks aimed at ending the war in Gaza. The deadly round of strikes, retaliation and negotiations escalated Wednesday when Hamas’ political chief, Ismail Haniyeh was killed hours after he attended the inauguration of Iran’s new president in Tehran. …

Killing of Hamas political leader points to diverging paths for Israel, US on cease-fire
4 months, 3 weeks ago

Killing of Hamas political leader points to diverging paths for Israel, US on cease-fire

Associated Press  

WASHINGTON — Israel’s suspected killing of Hamas’ political leader in the heart of Tehran, coming after a week in which Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahupromised U.S. lawmakers he would continue his war against Hamas until “total victory,” points to an Israeli leader ever more openly at odds with Biden administration efforts to calm the region through diplomacy. U.S. Secretary of State …

Iran vows 'revenge' after the killing of Hamas leader Haniyeh
4 months, 3 weeks ago

Iran vows 'revenge' after the killing of Hamas leader Haniyeh

Daily Mail  

Top U.S. officials and lawmakers are responding after the political leader of Hamas was assassinated on Tuesday in Iran escalating tensions in the Middle East as the United States pushes for a ceasefire deal in Gaza. 'Brother leader, mujahid Ismail Haniyeh, the head of the movement, died in a Zionist strike on his residence in Tehran after he participated in …

Blinken says US not involved in killing of Hamas political chief Haniyeh
4 months, 3 weeks ago

Blinken says US not involved in killing of Hamas political chief Haniyeh

Al Jazeera  

Top US diplomat says he will not speculate on ramifications of Haniyeh’s killing as fears of greater escalation surge. Iran’s supreme leader, Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, also promised “harsh punishment” for Israel in retaliation for the assassination, saying it is Tehran’s duty to avenge Haniyeh. Reporting from the Lebanese capital Beirut on Wednesday, Al Jazeera’s Zeina Khodr said recent responses to …

Blinken Says Some Of Hamas' Proposed Changes To Cease-Fire Plan Are 'Workable'
6 months, 1 week ago

Blinken Says Some Of Hamas' Proposed Changes To Cease-Fire Plan Are 'Workable'

Huff Post  

LOADING ERROR LOADING BEIRUT — U.S. Secretary of State Antony Blinken said Wednesday that mediators would keep trying to close an elusive cease-fire deal after Hamas proposed numerous changes to a U.S.-backed plan, some of which he said were “workable” and some not. Hamas spokesman Jihad Taha told the Lebanese news outlet ElNashra that the “amendments” requested by the group …

Blinken in West Asia to push Gaza ceasefire as Israeli troops advance
6 months, 1 week ago

Blinken in West Asia to push Gaza ceasefire as Israeli troops advance

The Hindu  

U.S. Secretary of State Antony Blinken arrived in West Asia on Monday hoping to deliver the ceasefire that President Joe Biden proposed last month, in an all-out push by Washington to secure an end to the Gaza war. "We call upon the U.S. administration to put pressure on the occupation to stop the war on Gaza, and the Hamas movement …

Blinken Returns To The Middle East As Israel-Hamas Cease-Fire Proposal Hangs In Balance
6 months, 1 week ago

Blinken Returns To The Middle East As Israel-Hamas Cease-Fire Proposal Hangs In Balance

Huff Post  

LOADING ERROR LOADING CAIRO — U.S. Secretary of State Antony Blinken returned to the Middle East on Monday as a proposed Israel-Hamas cease-fire deal hangs in the balance after the dramatic rescue of four Israeli hostages held in Gaza in a major military raid and turmoil in Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu’s government. “If you want a cease-fire, press Hamas to …

Antony Blinken in Middle East, says he is focused on Gaza ceasefire deal
6 months, 2 weeks ago

Antony Blinken in Middle East, says he is focused on Gaza ceasefire deal

Al Jazeera  

Top US diplomat says countries in the region should press Hamas to accept Biden’s ceasefire proposal. Blinken met Egyptian President Abdel Fattah el-Sisi in Cairo on Monday, renewing US calls for the Palestinian group Hamas to accept a truce deal presented by President Joe Biden late in May. “The Secretary reiterated that the United States and other world leaders will …

Blinken to push cease-fire proposal in eighth urgent Mideast trip since war in Gaza erupted
6 months, 2 weeks ago

Blinken to push cease-fire proposal in eighth urgent Mideast trip since war in Gaza erupted

Associated Press  

WASHINGTON — Secretary of State Antony Blinken will push for a breakthrough on President Joe Biden’s cease-fire proposal when he returns to the Middle East next week on his eighth diplomatic mission to the region since the Israel-Hamas war in Gaza began in October, the State Department said Friday. In all of his meetings, Blinken “will emphasize the importance of …

‘War Criminal’: Protesters confront Blinken with ‘Secretary of Genocide,’ ‘Butcher of Gaza’ remarks over Israel policy
6 months, 3 weeks ago

‘War Criminal’: Protesters confront Blinken with ‘Secretary of Genocide,’ ‘Butcher of Gaza’ remarks over Israel policy

Hindustan Times  

Nearly a week ago, on May 21, the US Secretary of State Antony Blinken was verbally thrashed by either side advocating for the Palestine or Israel cause in the ongoing war on Gaza. Countering Republican accusations that Biden's administration had weakened its support of Israel by holding back a weapons shipment in its war against the militant group Hamas, Blinken …

Protesters against Gaza war interrupt Blinken repeatedly in the Senate
7 months ago

Protesters against Gaza war interrupt Blinken repeatedly in the Senate

Hindustan Times  

In wide-ranging testimony before the Senate Tuesday, Secretary of State Antony Blinken denounced the chief prosecutor of the world’s top war crimes court for seeking the arrest of Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and said that despite offering condolences for the death of Iran's president, it didn't change that leader's history of repression. US Secretary of State Antony Blinken Blinken, …

Protesters against war in Gaza interrupt Blinken repeatedly in the Senate
7 months ago

Protesters against war in Gaza interrupt Blinken repeatedly in the Senate

Associated Press  

WASHINGTON — In wide-ranging testimony before the Senate Tuesday, Secretary of State Antony Blinken denounced the chief prosecutor of the world’s top war crimes court for seeking the arrest of Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and said that despite offering condolences for the death of Iran’s president, it didn’t change that leader’s history of repression. Blinken, speaking to senators about …

Blinken delivers some of the strongest U.S. criticism of Israel’s conduct of war in Gaza
7 months, 1 week ago

Blinken delivers some of the strongest U.S. criticism of Israel’s conduct of war in Gaza

LA Times  

Secretary of State Antony J. Blinken speaks at a Memorandum of Understanding Signing Ceremony with Spanish Foreign Minister José Manuel Albares on Friday in Washington. Secretary of State Antony J. Blinken on Sunday delivered some of the Biden administration’s strongest public criticism yet of Israel’s conduct of the war in Gaza, saying Israeli tactics have meant “a horrible loss of …

Israel gave US last-minute warning about drone attack on Iran, Italian foreign minister says at G7
8 months ago

Israel gave US last-minute warning about drone attack on Iran, Italian foreign minister says at G7

Associated Press  

CAPRI, Italy — The United States told the Group of Seven foreign ministers on Friday that it received “last minute” information from Israel about a drone action in Iran, but didn’t participate in the apparent attack, officials said. Tajani said the U.S. informed the G7 ministers that it had been “informed at the last minute” by Israel about the drones. …

Israel gave U.S. last-minute warning about drone attack on Iran, Italian official says
8 months ago

Israel gave U.S. last-minute warning about drone attack on Iran, Italian official says

LA Times  

Secretary of State Antony J. Blinken speaks at a news conference at the G7 Foreign Ministers meeting on Capri Island, Italy, on Friday. The United States told the Group of Seven foreign ministers on Friday that it received “last minute” information from Israel about a drone action in Iran but didn’t participate in the apparent attack, officials said. Tajani said …

Italy urges 'de-escalation' as G7 to discuss reported strike on Iran
8 months ago

Italy urges 'de-escalation' as G7 to discuss reported strike on Iran

New Indian Express  

CAPRI: Italian Foreign Minister Antonio Tajani called Friday for an "absolute de-escalation" following reports that Israel carried out a strike on Iran, saying G7 counterparts would discuss it at talks in Capri. "We invite everyone to be cautious to avoid an escalation," he told RAI news from the Italian island, where Rome is hosting a meeting between foreign ministers of …

Antony Blinken speaks with foreign ministers of Egypt, Jordan, Saudi Arabia, and Turkey, conveys that US wants to avoid escalation of Iran-Israel conflict
8 months, 1 week ago

Antony Blinken speaks with foreign ministers of Egypt, Jordan, Saudi Arabia, and Turkey, conveys that US wants to avoid escalation of Iran-Israel conflict

Op India  

Amid rising tensions in West Asia, US Secretary of State, Antony Blinken on Sunday spoke with his Turkish counterpart, Hakan Fidan to discuss the ‘blatant’ and ‘unprecedented’ attack by Iran and its proxies on Israel, US Department of State spokesperson Mathew Miller said. During his phone calls, Blinken emphasised the importance of avoiding escalation in the region and the importance …

US' Blinken dials Turkish, Chinese, Saudi counterparts as Iran-Israel tension rise
8 months, 1 week ago

US' Blinken dials Turkish, Chinese, Saudi counterparts as Iran-Israel tension rise

Hindustan Times  

In the last 24 hours, United States secretary of state Antony Blinken has spoken with his Turkish, Chinese, and Saudi counterparts, emphasising that escalation in the Middle East is not in anyone's interest. World leaders rush to de-escalate Iran-Israel tension • British foreign secretary David Cameron warned Iran against escalating tensions in the Middle East, urging to avoid wider conflict. …

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