WASHINGTON (AA) – The US secured further commitments from Israel in the last two days about the situation in the Gaza Strip, the White House claimed on Wednesday. Aid groups said Israel had not met US aid demands within a 30-day period outlined in an Oct. 13 letter. White House National Security Advisor Jake Sullivan […]
WASHINGTON (AA) – US President Joe Biden and Vice President Kamala Harris on Monday met with US negotiators of the Gaza ceasefire deal at the White House, during which they discussed “next steps” in the ongoing efforts, said a statement. The meeting at White House Situation Room came after the recovery of the bodies of [&hell...
Washington, United States – AFP Israel has shown willingness to agree to a cease-fire and prisoner release deal set out by US President Joe Biden and it is up to Hamas to make a move, a top White House official said Monday. National Security Advisor Jake Sullivan’s comments came despite growing doubts over the plan, […]
Washington, United States – AFP The White House on Wednesday warned Israel not to withhold funding intended for the Palestinian Authority in retaliation for decisions by three European countries to recognize a State of Palestine. “I think it’s wrong on a strategic basis, because withholding funds destabilizes the West Bank, i...
Washington, United States – AFP The White House said Wednesday it opposed “unilateral recognition” of a Palestinian state after Ireland, Norway and Spain announced they would establish relations. President Joe Biden “has been on the record supporting a two-state solution,” his national security advisor, Jake Sulli...
ISTANBUL (AA) – Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman and US National Security Adviser Jake Sullivan on Sunday discussed the situation in the Gaza Strip, emphasizing the need to halt the war and facilitate the entry of humanitarian aid into the besieged Palestinian enclave. During Sullivan’s visit to Riyadh, which began on Saturda...
Washington, United States – AFP US President Joe Biden told Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu Monday he was deeply concerned by Israeli plans for a ground operation in Gaza’s Rafah, the White House said. Biden added that an offensive would be a “mistake”. Netanyahu had also agreed to Biden’s request to send a dele...
