Anthony Blinken
Blinken: Palestinian state recognition 'a rebuke to Hamas,' but hostages, ending war take priority
Recognition of a Palestinian state is necessary, not only if Israel wishes to resume normalization with Saudi Arabia. But, Blinken pointed out, recognition must be based on predetermined conditions.
Israel-Hamas war day 328: What's happening in Israel, Gaza?
Pressure mounts on Hamas as US proposes final hostage deal of Cairo talks
Israel-Hamas War Day 220: What is happening in Gaza?
One way to square the two-state circle - opinion
The idea of a three-state confederation covering the whole of what was originally Mandate Palestine might open a hitherto unexplored path leading away from unending Israel-Palestinian discord.
Palestinian statehood best way to marginalize Iran - Blinken says
Speaking to reporters after meeting Egyptian President Abdel Fattah al-Sisi, Blinken said Middle East is currently facing two different paths.
Blinken on diplomatic push in Israel as it says Gaza war to continue through 2024
Israel must allow displaced Palestinian civilians to return to their homes in Gaza, Blinken said in response to calls by right-wing members of Israel's ruling coalition for them to move elsewhere.
Blinken, Borrell call for diplomatic solution to Israeli-Hezbollah conflict
Israel is “clearly not interested and does not want escalation. That has been made clear from the start,” Blinken said.
Blinken: Palestinian civilian safety imperative, envisions durable peace
Two days after the United States vetoed a proposed United Nations demand for an immediate humanitarian ceasefire, Blinken said Israel needs to put "a premium" on protecting Gaza civilians
Israel is on a collision course with the US - opinion
The government needs to stop playing politics and instead outline a vision for the day after in Gaza.
US presses IDF to protect Palestinian civilians if Gaza war moves south
“The way Israel defends itself matters,” Blinken told reporters after that meeting.
Netanyahu rejects Gaza ceasefire amid reports of limited hostage release
“Those calling for an immediate ceasefire have an obligation to explain how to address the unacceptable result it would likely bring about,” Blinken said,
Antony Blinken’s cousin withdraws from NYU 'because of antisemitism'
“People think that being woke equals supporting terrorists, and we feel that our institution [NYU] is just being ignorant and supporting antisemitism,” the young woman said.
US: Qatar open to reconsidering Hamas presence in Gulf
The Gulf state, in coordination with the US, is leading mediation talks with Hamas and Israeli officials over the release of more than 200 hostages.
