US House speaker in Knesset amid fraught US-Israel ties
1 year, 7 months ago

US House speaker in Knesset amid fraught US-Israel ties

Associated Press  

JERUSALEM — The U.S. House speaker addressed Israel’s parliament on Monday, a rare honor awarded to the highest-ranking Republican in U.S. politics at a time of fraught relations between Israel’s government and Democratic President Joe Biden. In a challenge to Biden, McCarthy said Monday he expects the White House “to invite the prime minister over for a meeting, especially with the 75th anniversary” of Israel’s independence. The Californian said the the U.S. “cherishes its unbreakable bond” with Israel, pledged continued funding for security assistance, and said the countries must “remain resolute in our commitment that Iran will never acquire a nuclear weapon.” In Washington, White House National Security Council spokesman John Kirby sidestepped questions about McCarthy’s suggestion that he could invite Netanyahu to speak to Congress separate of a White House visit. Eytan Gilboa, an expert on U.S.-Israel relations, said there’s been “serious damage” to Israel’s ties to Washington, and that Netanyahu himself “broke the bipartisanship” surrounding Israel. “Republicans are fighting over who’s the greatest supporter of Israel.” The White House snub is another sore point for the embattled leader, whose legal plan has plunged Israel into one of its worst domestic crises, sent his Likud party tanking in public opinion polls and tarnished the 73-year-old leader’s legacy.

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Biden Says He Doesn't Know If Israel Is Holding Up Cease-Fire Deal To Influence Election
2 months, 2 weeks ago

Biden Says He Doesn't Know If Israel Is Holding Up Cease-Fire Deal To Influence Election

Huff Post  

LOADING ERROR LOADING WASHINGTON — President Joe Biden had terse words for Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu on Friday, and said he didn’t know whether the Israeli leader was holding up a Mideast peace deal in order to influence the outcome of the 2024 U.S. presidential election. “And whether he’s trying to influence the election, I don’t know, but I’m not …

On Day Of Netanyahu Visit, Harris Becomes White House’s New Public Face On Gaza War
4 months, 4 weeks ago

On Day Of Netanyahu Visit, Harris Becomes White House’s New Public Face On Gaza War

Huff Post  

LOADING ERROR LOADING WASHINGTON ― Vice President Kamala Harris, suddenly also the presumptive Democratic presidential nominee, on Thursday quietly became the White House’s public face on the Israel-Hamas war. “I also expressed with the prime minister my serious concern about the scale of human suffering in Gaza, including the death of far too many innocent civilians.” The six minutes of …

Netanyahu’s high-profile U.S. visit derailed by shifting politics here and at home
4 months, 4 weeks ago

Netanyahu’s high-profile U.S. visit derailed by shifting politics here and at home

LA Times  

A mobile billboard opposing military aid for Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu appears in front of the Capitol in Washington on Tuesday. Embattled Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu wrapped up a weeklong U.S. trip Friday with a pilgrimage to Mar-a-Lago, tipping his hat to Republican presidential nominee Donald Trump, after stops at the two citadels of U.S. power: the White …

Netanyahu meets with Biden, Harris to narrow gaps on Gaza war ceasefire deal
4 months, 4 weeks ago

Netanyahu meets with Biden, Harris to narrow gaps on Gaza war ceasefire deal

The Hindu  

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu visited the White House Thursday to discuss the war in Gaza — and the possibility of securing a cease-fire deal — with U.S. President Joe Biden and likely Democratic nominee Vice President Kamala Harris. ‘Gaps are closable’ Mr. Biden reiterated in their Oval Office meeting his calls for Israel and Hamas to quickly agree to …

Netanyahu Meets With Biden And Harris At The White House
4 months, 4 weeks ago

Netanyahu Meets With Biden And Harris At The White House

Huff Post  

LOADING ERROR LOADING WASHINGTON — Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu visited the White House Thursday to discuss the war in Gaza ― and the possibility of securing a cease-fire deal ― with President Joe Biden and likely Democratic nominee Vice President Kamala Harris. Netanyahu’s first White House visit since 2020, when former President Donald Trump was in office, comes at …

Biden hosts Israel’s Netanyahu at White House amid Gaza war protests
5 months ago

Biden hosts Israel’s Netanyahu at White House amid Gaza war protests

Al Jazeera  

Israeli prime minister will also meet VP Kamala Harris and ex-President Donald Trump on contentious visit to US. Washington, DC – US President Joe Biden has held talks at the White House with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, a day after thousands protested against the Israeli leader’s visit to the United States capital amid the Gaza war. Prime Minister Benjamin …

Benjamin Netanyahu has counted on America for decades, but his address to Congress showed support could be fraying
5 months ago

Benjamin Netanyahu has counted on America for decades, but his address to Congress showed support could be fraying

ABC  

This was a forceful, combative and unapologetic speech from Benjamin Netanyahu, in which he refused to countenance any criticism of Israel or his leadership. He framed the ongoing war as a "clash between barbarism and civilisation" and argued it was as much America's battle as Israel's. Hostage families express frustration at Netanyahu's visit Photo shows A woman and man standing …

Netanyahu’s Visit to Washington Is Already a Debacle
54 years, 11 months ago

Netanyahu’s Visit to Washington Is Already a Debacle

Slate  

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu is in Washington all week, and so far, the trip has been a debacle. Having more free time on his hands than he’d anticipated, Netanyahu may meet in the meantime with former President Donald Trump—which would bolster many Democrats’ suspicions that the whole trip has been a partisan ploy all along. Now, Netanyahu’s speech and, …

US urged to mount pressure on Israel for Gaza truce
5 months ago

US urged to mount pressure on Israel for Gaza truce

China Daily  

An Israeli protester at Ben Gurion International Airport uses a megaphone as he rallies against Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's departure to the US on Sunday. RICARDO MORAES/REUTERS The United States as a staunch backer of Israel should seize the opportunity to urge visiting Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu to observe United Nations resolutions and international laws, experts said. They also …

Netanyahu’s long history of confounding US presidents
5 months ago

Netanyahu’s long history of confounding US presidents

CNN  

A version of this story appeared in CNN’s What Matters newsletter. Netanyahu earned the undying enmity of former President Barack Obama for trying to tank the Iran nuclear deal. Former President Bill Clinton exploded after his first meeting with Netanyahu in 1996, telling aides, “Who’s the f—- superpower here,” according to the former Middle East negotiator Aaron David Miller. Republican …

Biden continues to recover from COVID-19, stays out of public view after ending his 2024 campaign
5 months ago

Biden continues to recover from COVID-19, stays out of public view after ending his 2024 campaign

Associated Press  

— President Joe Biden’s “symptoms have almost resolved completely” from COVID-19, according to his physician, as the president on Monday remained out of public view for the fifth straight day. Biden called into the Wilmington, Delaware, headquarters of his former campaign during a visit by Vice President Kamala Harris, whose bid for the White House has been endorsed by Biden. …

Israel’s Netanyahu walks political tightrope on Washington trip following Biden’s exit from race
5 months ago

Israel’s Netanyahu walks political tightrope on Washington trip following Biden’s exit from race

Associated Press  

JERUSALEM — Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu left for Washington on Monday, leaving behind a brutal war to make a politically precarious speech before the U.S. Congress at a time of great uncertainty following Joe Biden’s withdrawal from the presidential race. Before stepping on the plane, Netanyahu said he would emphasize the theme of Israel’s bipartisanship in his speech and …

Democrats wrestle with whether to attend Netanyahu's address to Congress as many plan to boycott
6 months ago

Democrats wrestle with whether to attend Netanyahu's address to Congress as many plan to boycott

New Indian Express  

“I wish that he would be a statesman and do what is right for Israel. “We need to help them and not have him stand in the way of that for such a long time.” She added, “I think it’s going to invite more of what we have seen in terms of discontent among our own.” Tensions between Netanyahu and …

Israel's Benjamin Netanyahu set to address the U.S. Congress on July 24
6 months, 2 weeks ago

Israel's Benjamin Netanyahu set to address the U.S. Congress on July 24

The Hindu  

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu is expected to address a joint meeting of Congress on July 24, setting the stage for what is expected to be a contentious speech at a crucial moment for the ongoing Israel-Hamas war. "To build on our enduring relationship and to highlight America’s solidarity with Israel, we invite you to share the Israeli government’s vision …

Israel’s Netanyahu set to address the US Congress on July 24: Report
6 months, 2 weeks ago

Israel’s Netanyahu set to address the US Congress on July 24: Report

Hindustan Times  

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu is set to address a joint meeting of Congress on July 24, according to a person familiar with the matter. Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu gestures as he attends a cabinet meeting at the Bible Lands Museum in Jerusalem on June 5, 2024. Congressional leaders last week formally invited Netanyahu to come speak, delivering the …

Israel’s Benjamin Netanyahu is set to address the US Congress on July 24
6 months, 2 weeks ago

Israel’s Benjamin Netanyahu is set to address the US Congress on July 24

Associated Press  

WASHINGTON — Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu is expected to address a joint meeting of Congress on July 24, setting the stage for what is expected to be a contentious speech at a crucial moment for the ongoing Israel-Hamas war. “The existential challenges we face, including the growing partnership between Iran, Russia, and China, threaten the security, peace, and prosperity …

Congressional leaders invite Israel’s Netanyahu to deliver an address at the Capitol
6 months, 3 weeks ago

Congressional leaders invite Israel’s Netanyahu to deliver an address at the Capitol

Associated Press  

WASHINGTON — Congressional leaders have invited Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu to deliver an address a the Capitol, a show of wartime support for the longtime ally despite mounting political divisions over Israel’s military assault on Gaza. A speech by Netanyahu would almost certainly expose election-year divisions in the U.S., where a growing number of Democrats have turned away from …

Congressional leaders invite Israel’s Netanyahu to deliver an address at the Capitol
6 months, 3 weeks ago

Congressional leaders invite Israel’s Netanyahu to deliver an address at the Capitol

LA Times  

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has been invited to deliver an address at the Capitol, a show of wartime support for the longtime ally despite mounting political divisions over Israel’s military assault on Gaza. Congressional leaders have invited Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu to deliver an address at the Capitol, a show of wartime support for the longtime ally despite …

US House Speaker confirms Israel's Netanyahu to address Congress ‘soon’: Will this move infuriate Democrats?
7 months ago

US House Speaker confirms Israel's Netanyahu to address Congress ‘soon’: Will this move infuriate Democrats?

Hindustan Times  

Days after the Israeli PM vowed that they will continue to fight against Hamas even without US aid, House Speaker Mike Johnson stated Thursday that Benjamin Netanyahu will "soon" address a joint session of Congress. According to a source familiar with the matter, Netanyahu has been communicating with Republican Congressional leaders in recent weeks about a possible joint session address, …

It's time for Biden to tell Netanyahu that enough is enough in Gaza
8 months, 2 weeks ago

It's time for Biden to tell Netanyahu that enough is enough in Gaza

Live Mint  

The White House described the recent phone call between US President Joe Biden and Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu as “tense and challenging." For the first time since Hamas attacked Israel on 7 October and Israel began retaliating massively against the whole Gaza Strip, Biden demanded an immediate ceasefire. While Biden was on the phone with Netanyahu, I was talking …

Biden faces protest over his support for Israel during White House meeting
8 months, 3 weeks ago

Biden faces protest over his support for Israel during White House meeting

Associated Press  

WASHINGTON — President Joe Biden has faced protests over the conflict in Gaza all over the country, but this week he confronted one inside the White House itself. The occasion was a private meeting on Tuesday where Biden, Vice President Kamala Harris and national security leaders could hear from Muslim Americans about their concerns involving the war between Israel and …

US reacts to Israeli PM Benjamin Netanyahu's decision to cancel delegation visit
8 months, 4 weeks ago

US reacts to Israeli PM Benjamin Netanyahu's decision to cancel delegation visit

Hindustan Times  

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's decision to cancel a delegation's visit to the US has "perplexed" the White House. Israeli PM Benjamin Netanyahu White House National Security Communications Advisor John Kirby addressed a press briefing on Monday and said that the UN resolution wouldn't impact Israel. In a statement, Netanyahu's office called the US abstention "a clear departure from the …

US ‘perplexed’ by Benjamin Netanyahu’s cancellation of Israeli delegation’s US visit
8 months, 4 weeks ago

US ‘perplexed’ by Benjamin Netanyahu’s cancellation of Israeli delegation’s US visit

Live Mint  

White House National Security Communications Advisor John Kirby said that they are “perplexed” over Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's choice to call off the Israeli delegation's trip to the US. Speaking at a press briefing, Kirby mentioned that the Israeli Prime Minister's Office suggested a perceived shift in US policy, but he clarified that the Biden administration's approach remains unchanged. …

Speaker Johnson says he plans to invite Netanyahu to address the US Congress
9 months ago

Speaker Johnson says he plans to invite Netanyahu to address the US Congress

Associated Press  

WASHINGTON — House Speaker Mike Johnson says he plans to invite Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu to address Congress, a show of support from Republicans amid growing Democratic criticism of Netanyahu’s leadership. “We’ll certainly extend that invitation.” Johnson said it would be “a great honor of mine” to invite the Israeli leaderbut “we’re just trying to work out schedules on …

Schumer’s rebuke of Netanyahu shows the long, fragile line the US and allies walk on interference
9 months, 1 week ago

Schumer’s rebuke of Netanyahu shows the long, fragile line the US and allies walk on interference

Associated Press  

WASHINGTON — Republicans and Israeli officials were quick to express outrage after Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer sharply criticized Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu’s handling of the war in Gaza and called for Israel to hold new elections. Senate Republican Leader Mitch McConnell reacted to Schumer by saying it was “hypocritical for Americans who hyperventilate about interference in our own democracy …

Schumer’s rebuke of Netanyahu shows long, fragile line U.S. and allies walk on interference
9 months, 1 week ago

Schumer’s rebuke of Netanyahu shows long, fragile line U.S. and allies walk on interference

LA Times  

Senate Majority Leader Charles E. Schumer strongly criticized the leadership of Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu on the Senate floor this week. Republicans and Israeli officials were quick to express outrage after Senate Majority Leader Charles E. Schumer sharply criticized Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu’s handling of the war in Gaza and called for Israel to hold new elections. Senate Republican …

Tensions over Israel-Hamas war loom over Irish Taoiseach’s usually jovial annual visit to White House
9 months, 1 week ago

Tensions over Israel-Hamas war loom over Irish Taoiseach’s usually jovial annual visit to White House

CNN  

Washington CNN — St. Patrick’s Day at the White House is ordinarily a moment for celebration, with the fountains dyed green and a crystal bowl of shamrocks exchanged as a symbol of friendly ties between the United States and Ireland. Meeting over breakfast earlier Friday morning with Vice President Kamala Harris, Varadkar said the humanitarian crisis in Gaza “will haunt …

Top U.S. Democrat Schumer calls for new elections in Israel, saying Netanyahu is an obstacle to peace
9 months, 1 week ago

Top U.S. Democrat Schumer calls for new elections in Israel, saying Netanyahu is an obstacle to peace

The Hindu  

Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer on March 14 called on Israel to hold new elections, saying he believes Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has “lost his way” and is an obstacle to peace in the region amid a growing humanitarian crisis in Gaza. Netanyahu “has lost his way by allowing his political survival to take precedence over the best interests …

Rival of Netanyahu visits US, signaling wider cracks in Israel’s wartime leadership
9 months, 3 weeks ago

Rival of Netanyahu visits US, signaling wider cracks in Israel’s wartime leadership

New Indian Express  

TEL AVIV, Israel: Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu rebuked a top Cabinet minister arriving in Washington on Sunday for talks with US officials, according to an Israeli official, signaling widening cracks within the country’s leadership nearly five months into its war with Hamas. The trip by Benny Gantz, a centrist political rival who joined Netanyahu’s wartime Cabinet following Hamas’ Oct 7 …

Netanyahu rival’s visit to U.S. highlights cracks within Israel’s wartime leadership
9 months, 3 weeks ago

Netanyahu rival’s visit to U.S. highlights cracks within Israel’s wartime leadership

LA Times  

Soldiers and friends of Israeli soldier Sgt. Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu rebuked a top Cabinet minister arriving in Washington on Sunday for talks with U.S. officials, according to an Israeli official, signaling widening cracks within the country’s leadership nearly five months into its war with Hamas. The trip by Benny Gantz, a centrist political rival who joined Netanyahu’s wartime …

'I think Netanyahu has to change, will lose global support if...', Biden criticises as war against Gaza rages
1 year ago

'I think Netanyahu has to change, will lose global support if...', Biden criticises as war against Gaza rages

India TV News  

Israel-Hamas war: In another incident which showcased a wide difference between Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and members of his hardline coalition over their opposition to a two-state solution, US President Joe Biden, on Tuesday, criticised the top officials and said, "I think he has to change". During a campaign fundraiser in Washington hosted by former AIPAC board chair Lee …

US House chaos continues as Jim Jordan readies for second speaker bid
1 year, 2 months ago

US House chaos continues as Jim Jordan readies for second speaker bid

Al Jazeera  

Republican Jim Jordan is set for his second bid to be elected speaker after he fell short by 17 votes in the first round vote on Tuesday. Former House Speaker McCarthy was voted out on October 3 after angering far-right members of his own party by partnering with Democrats to pass a debt ceiling bill that narrowly averted a government …

Biden will head to Israel and Jordan as concerns mount that Israel-Hamas conflict will spread
1 year, 2 months ago

Biden will head to Israel and Jordan as concerns mount that Israel-Hamas conflict will spread

Associated Press  

TEL AVIV, Israel — President Joe Biden will travel to Israel and on to Jordan Wednesday to meet with both Israeli and Arab leadership, as concerns increase that the raging Israel-Hamas war could expand into a larger regional conflict. U.S. Secretary of State Antony Blinken announced Biden’s travel to Israel as the humanitarian situation in the Gaza Strip grows more …

Israel and US discussing possible Biden visit after Netanyahu extends invitation
1 year, 2 months ago

Israel and US discussing possible Biden visit after Netanyahu extends invitation

CNN  

Washington CNN — Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has invited President Joe Biden to visit Israel soon, and both countries are discussing the possibility, a source familiar with the matter told CNN. If it did materialize, a trip would amount to a dramatic show of support by Biden for Israel as the country responds to last weekend’s devastating attacks by …

Israeli academics and artists call on Biden and UN to shun Netanyahu during his upcoming US visit
1 year, 3 months ago

Israeli academics and artists call on Biden and UN to shun Netanyahu during his upcoming US visit

Associated Press  

JERUSALEM — Thousands of Israeli academics and artists have urged U.S. President Joe Biden and U.N. Secretary-General António Guterres to shun Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu during his visit to the United States next week, underlining the divide between Israel’s far-right government and segments of the country’s population. In an open letter published Wednesday, over 3,500 signers, including well-known Israeli …

Biden makes belated invite for Israeli PM Netanyahu to visit US
1 year, 5 months ago

Biden makes belated invite for Israeli PM Netanyahu to visit US

Al Jazeera  

Netanyahu has been back in power since the start of the year amid criticism of Israeli government policy. President Joe Biden, after a lengthy delay, has invited Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu to the United States for an official visit later this year, the White House and the prime minister’s office said. The Israeli statement said Netanyahu told Biden he …

Biden still concerned about judicial overhaul as he extends invite to meet with Israel’s Netanyahu
1 year, 5 months ago

Biden still concerned about judicial overhaul as he extends invite to meet with Israel’s Netanyahu

Associated Press  

WASHINGTON — President Joe Biden on Monday invited Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu to meet with him in the U.S. this fall, the White House said, even as he expressed ongoing concern about Netanyahu’s controversial plans to overhaul his country’s judicial system. Monday’s phone conversation between the U.S. and Israeli leaders came one day before Israel’s figurehead president Isaac Herzog …

Biden to meet Israel's Netanyahu after months of tension
1 year, 5 months ago

Biden to meet Israel's Netanyahu after months of tension

NPR  

Biden to meet Israel's Netanyahu after months of tension Enlarge this image toggle caption Ohad Zwigenberg/Pool/AFP via Getty Images Ohad Zwigenberg/Pool/AFP via Getty Images Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu is expected to meet with President Biden later this year, National Security Council spokesman John Kirby said Monday. It also follows months of tensions between the U.S. and Israel over Netanyahu's …

Threat of U.S. debt default upends Biden’s trip to the Pacific
1 year, 7 months ago

Threat of U.S. debt default upends Biden’s trip to the Pacific

LA Times  

Speaker Kevin McCarthy and President Biden, pictured in March, have had no success in White House talks on ending the standoff over House Republicans’ refusal to raise the debt ceiling to pay the nation’s bills. “It would be catastrophic for the American economy and the American people if we didn’t pay our bills.” White House and Republican congressional staff members …

News Analysis: Why Kevin McCarthy’s provocative Israel trip and invite to Netanyahu are ‘so dangerous’
1 year, 7 months ago

News Analysis: Why Kevin McCarthy’s provocative Israel trip and invite to Netanyahu are ‘so dangerous’

LA Times  

House Speaker Kevin McCarthy drew strong reactions this week with his address to Israel’s Knesset, in which he seemed to use the U.S. ally as a partisan wedge by inviting Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu to Washington despite White House reservations. McCarthy’s “sycophantic relationship with Trump” has rendered him “a voodoo doll” for the White House and most Democrats, Pinkas wrote …

For McCarthy and Taiwan’s leader, visit marks historic first
1 year, 8 months ago

For McCarthy and Taiwan’s leader, visit marks historic first

Associated Press  

WASHINGTON — The moment was historic — a U.S. House speaker meeting Wednesday with the president of Taiwan for a rare visit on American soil, a high-profile encounter designed to boost support for the island government but already drawing blowback from an enraged China. “It’s a very good debut,” said Newt Gingrich, the Republican former speaker who led a delegation …

A non-invite, a mind-your-own-business response — Biden and Netanyahu tensions rise
1 year, 8 months ago

A non-invite, a mind-your-own-business response — Biden and Netanyahu tensions rise

NPR  

A non-invite, a mind-your-own-business response — Biden and Netanyahu tensions rise Enlarge this image toggle caption Michel Euler/AP Michel Euler/AP JERUSALEM — Israel accused the United States of inappropriately intervening in its internal affairs as the fallout continues from Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's attempt to increase his far-right coalition's say in how judges are chosen. Netanyahu's planned judicial changes are …

‘Friends’: White House downplays Biden-Netanyahu public spat
1 year, 8 months ago

‘Friends’: White House downplays Biden-Netanyahu public spat

Al Jazeera  

White House spokesman says ‘there’s a lot to like’ about Israeli PM statement rejecting US president’s criticism. Washington, DC – The White House has played down the apparent tensions between US President Joe Biden and Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, portraying this week’s public spat as a friendly disagreement. Despite Netanyahu’s rejection of Biden’s criticism, the White House’s Kirby said …

McCarthy invites Biden for Feb. 7 State of the Union speech
1 year, 11 months ago

McCarthy invites Biden for Feb. 7 State of the Union speech

Associated Press  

WASHINGTON — President Joe Biden will deliver his second State of the Union address on Feb. 7, the White House said, after House Speaker Kevin McCarthy extended the invitation for him to address a joint session of Congress that day. It will come as his administration seeks areas of common interest with the newly empowered GOP while also working to …

Biden faces Israel quandary with new Netanyahu government
1 year, 11 months ago

Biden faces Israel quandary with new Netanyahu government

Associated Press  

WASHINGTON — Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu’s new government is little more than a week old but it’s already giving the Biden administration headaches. And, Netanyahu’s government adopted punitive measures against the Palestinians that run in direct opposition to several recent Biden moves to boost U.S.-Palestinian relations, including restoring assistance to the Palestinian Authority that had been cut during the …

Biden congratulates Israel’s Netanyahu in phone call
2 years, 1 month ago

Biden congratulates Israel’s Netanyahu in phone call

Al Jazeera  

US president underscored his ‘unwavering support for Israeli security’ in call with incoming PM, White House says. US President Joe Biden has congratulated Israel’s Benjamin Netanyahu on his election victory as the incoming Israeli prime minister gears up to form one of the most right-wing governments in the country’s history. The White House said on Monday that Biden called Netanyahu …

Joe Biden tells Israeli PM he’ll try diplomacy first with Iran
3 years, 3 months ago

Joe Biden tells Israeli PM he’ll try diplomacy first with Iran

India TV News  

President Joe Biden told Israeli Prime Minister Naftali Bennett on Friday that diplomacy was his first option, but he would consider other options if his effort to revive the Iran nuclear deal fails. “We’re putting diplomacy first and seeing where that takes us,” Biden said during an Oval Office meeting that was delayed by the suicide bomb attack in Afghanistan. …

Israeli PM, Joe Biden postpone meeting because of Afghanistan
3 years, 3 months ago

Israeli PM, Joe Biden postpone meeting because of Afghanistan

India TV News  

President Joe Biden and Israeli Prime Minister Naftali Bennett have postponed their White House meeting as Biden focused his attention on dealing with the aftermath of deadly explosions near the Kabul airport that targeted U.S. troops and Afghans seeking to flee their country after the Taliban takeover. Our thoughts and prayers are with the people of the United States.” Before …

Tensions high, Joe Biden invites Israel's new PM to Washington
3 years, 4 months ago

Tensions high, Joe Biden invites Israel's new PM to Washington

India TV News  

President Joe Biden has invited Prime Minister Naftali Bennett to Washington next week to discuss Iran as well as Israel’s relationship with the Palestinians, the White House said Wednesday. The long-expected visit with Israel’s new prime minister will take place Aug. 26 amid tensions with the Islamic Republic and Israel’s fragile truce with militant Hamas rulers in Gaza following an …

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