My new book with is now available: BE STRONG AND OF GOOD COURAGE: HOW ISRAEL'S MOST IMPORTANT LEADERS SHAPED ITS DESTINY. See very gracious letter from Israeli President Reuven Rivlin
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This points to reversal of the paradigm from pre Abraham Accords language whereby a breakthrough with the Palestinians would lead to a breakthrough with Arab states. Now the paradigm has flipped. Gulf states acceptance would give Israel something to lose down the road.
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Today, at the World Holocaust Remembrance Center, , , and I met Holocaust survivors to hear their stories of courage and bravery. We honor the millions of innocent lives lost & are committed to combating antisemitism and all forms of hate.
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An incredibly powerful moment at the end of the memorial ceremony at Yad Vashem as Biden gets down on one knee to speak to two Holocaust survivors.
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When Israelis and Arabs say "regional cooperation" they often have differing visions of what this means. Israel's focus is on Iran and security multilateralism, while the Arab states emphasize more economic mechanisms. See my latest in :
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2. Also expect the US to launch a high level technology dialogue with Israel ranging from artificial intelligence to technologies role in coping with pandemics.
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You have heard of Iron Dome and very soon you will hear of Iron Beam, Israel’s laser defense program against rockets that will make clear in Israel on Wednesday can be co-produced by American companies.
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For comprehensive analysis of trip to north #Israel and #SaudiArabia -- by experts including and yours truly -- look no further than here: info.washingtoninstitute.org/acton/rif/1996
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Israel okays West Bank construction for Palestinians ahead of Biden's visit haaretz.com/israel-news/20.
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This is a second Palestinian hospital in East Jerusalem. POTUS expected to visit Augusta Victoria in EJ. Other Gulf contributions to East Jerusalem Hospital Network also expected.
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UAE President pledges $25 million to support Al Makassed Hospital in East Jerusalem wam.ae/en/details/139 via
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BREAKING: Israeli Prime Minister Lapid spoke on the phone with Palestinian President Abbas ahead of President Biden's trip
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When sees new PM in Israel on Wednesday, it will be their first meeting since 2013. The two leaders, who hold their countries' political center against populist challengers, seem destined to get along. My latest in :
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When sees new PM in Israel on Wednesday, it will be their first meeting since 2013. The two leaders, who hold their countries' political center against populist challengers, seem destined to get along. My latest in :
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Due to the pandemic, kids are behind in math and reading. We know how to help bridge this gap.
I'm calling on schools to use American Rescue Plan funds to expand tutoring, summer learning, and afterschool programs and to provide 250,000 more tutors and mentors for our kids.
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Scoop: White House Middle East coordinator Brett McGurk traveled to Saudi Arabia to make the final preparations for President Biden's visit to the kingdom planned for July 15. My story on
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Congratulations to , Israel’s new Prime Minister, and thank you to Alternate Prime Minister for your friendship over the past year. I look forward to seeing you both in July to celebrate the unbreakable U.S.-Israel partnership.
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Knesset disbands, sets elections for November 1; Lapid to become PM at midnight
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תודה, עם אהוב שלי 🇮🇱
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It was a pleasure hosting US special envoy to combat and monitor Antisemitism for a very insightful roundtable at Arab News HQ in #Riyadh.
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Scoop: U.S., Israel, Saudi Arabia and Egypt very close to reaching a deal on Red Sea islands, Israeli officials tell me. My story on
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The Negev process will advance regional integration that promotes greater prosperity and stability across the Middle East region.
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Today in Manama, the United States and five partner countries held the inaugural meeting of the Negev Forum Steering Committee, a framework to advance a common vision for the region and enhance regional cooperation. go.usa.gov/xJHPd
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#Bahrain hosted the first #Negev_Summit Steering Committee meeting today. Many areas of cooperation were discussed to create tangible change and to realize the full potential of the #Abraham_Accords.
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(2/2) This new regional structure will help us work with our partners in the Middle East to advances projects and initiatives for the people of the region - from food security to healthcare, from education and coexistence to regional security.
Onwards, upwards and outwards!
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In Bahrain today, turning the historic #Negev_Summit into the “Negev Forum” - a permanent framework for regional civilian and security cooperation. (1/2)
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This is very significant. We are seeing a meeting in the Negev this spring turn into a permanent framework of Abraham Accords countries plus US to enhance regional cooperation and integration on important issues of common concern. Key predicate for the trip to Mideast. twitter.com/StateDeptSpox/
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مذاکرات غیرمستقیم ایران و آمریکا در دوحه قطر
آیا آنچه در گفتگوهای هستهای ایران در حال رخ دادن است طرفهای درگیر را راضی میکند؟ مخالفان برجام از جمله اسرائیل چه میگویند و چه میخواهند؟
گفتگو با دیوید مکافسکی، پژوهشگر ارشد موسسه واشنگتن
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A great achievement: Volume of trade between Israel and the United Arab Emirates for January-May 2022:
$ 912.1 million.
January-May 2021 data were $ 399.5 million.
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Egypts strategic wheat reserves sufficient for 5.7 months, minister says -
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Fifth time's the charm? Is there a way out of Israel's electoral deadlock? Read my new PolicyWatch for @WashInstitute: bit.ly/3HOKJg1
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Fifth time's the charm? Is there a way out of Israel's electoral deadlock? Read my new PolicyWatch for :
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PM and FM sought to be uniters and not dividers over last year.They were under relentless attacks from critics from minute they entered office a year ago.They showed in era of polarizing populism that we also face in US, the answer is broad coalitions.
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Amid political upheaval, US says Biden to visit Israel next month as planned
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Speculation whether new elections in Israel are either end of Oct./early Nov. Interesting timing between elections in Israel and midterm elections in US in Nov. stay mum so not to interfere but will favor to wait for after midterms believing this could help him?
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News of Israeli PM stepping down as head of hybrid govt proved once again as has over decades — that terror during Ramadan (killing 19 Israelis) moves Israeli public rightward.Not use term ‘unholy alliance’ since all Israelis against terror—but impact is evident.
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The USSC has been one of the few sustained successes for US policy in the Palestinian-Israeli arena. Recent plans to downgrade the rank of its commander could spell the end of the mission. My latest with
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