
US says Gaza ceasefire to start as planned despite 'loose end'
We're tying up that loose end as we speak, says Antony Blinken.
Fri Jan 17 2025

US wants real, extended pauses in fighting in Gaza, Blinken says
Israel, by the standards it set itself, has accomplished the goals that it set for itself, says Anthony Blinken.
Wed Nov 13 2024

Blinken says it is imperative to reach diplomatic resolution in Lebanon
Israel says its aim in Lebanon is to make it safe for thousands of Israelis to return to homes they fled under fire from Hezbollah.
Sat Oct 26 2024

Hezbollah says launches volley of rockets into Israel, Blinken returns seeking ceasefire
Hezbollah says it had fired rockets at the base used by Israel's military intelligence, and the Nirit area in Tel Aviv's suburbs.
Tue Oct 22 2024

Blinken heads to Israel to revive Gaza ceasefire talks after Sinwar death
Blinken will focus discussions on how to end the war, plans for the enclave after the fighting ends and how to improve humanitarian assistance.
Tue Oct 22 2024

US tells Israel to improve Gaza humanitarian situation or risk military aid
The US demands concrete measures to address the worsening situation amid a renewed Israeli offensive in northern Gaza.
Wed Oct 16 2024

Blinken says concern in Asia about prospect of Middle East conflicts spreading
Blinken reaffirmed Washington's commitment to diplomacy to manage the situation amid an Iranian-led axis of resistance.
Fri Oct 11 2024

Blinken tells Israel escalation will make civilian return more difficult
Israel rejected global calls on Thursday for a ceasefire with the Hezbollah movement, defying its biggest ally in Washington.
Fri Sep 27 2024

Blinken wraps up Mideast trip with Gaza deal still elusive
The deal needs to get done in the days ahead, and "well do everything possible to get it across the finish line,' said Antony Blinken.
Wed Aug 21 2024

Blinken says Israel accepts Gaza proposal, urges Hamas to do same
Antony Blinken said Benjamin Netanyahu accepted a US "bridging proposal" for a Gaza ceasefire deal and urged Hamas to agree as well.
Tue Aug 20 2024

Blinken says 'decisive moment' for Gaza ceasefire talks
The US is urging all parties to avoid actions that could derail the ceasefire process.
Mon Aug 19 2024

Blinken to push for Gaza ceasefire; Israel launches fresh strikes
Hamas wants a ceasefire deal to end the war, while Israel wants a temporary pause.
Mon Aug 19 2024

Hamas proposed amendments to Gaza ceasefire plan 'not significant' - senior leader
Hamas demands it select a list of 100 Palestinians with long term sentences to be released from Israeli jails, said the senior Hamas leader.
Thu Jun 13 2024

Hamas official urges US to pressure Israel to end Gaza war
Antony Blinken is set to visit Egypt and Israel and also aims to ensure that the war does not expand into Lebanon.
Mon Jun 10 2024

Israel lacks 'credible plan' to safeguard Rafah civilians, says Blinken
Antony Blinken warns an Israeli attack could create an insurgency by failing to kill all Hamas fighters in the southern Gaza city.
Mon May 13 2024

Lebanese search for dead in devastated villages as Israel withdraws
Hezbollah says Israel was still occupying Lebanese territory and put the onus on the Lebanese state to get Israeli forces out.
Thu Feb 20 2025

China promises Latin America 'trustworthy' ties as Trump lays out demands
Beijing looks to improve its foothold in a region historically under the US sphere of influence.
Thu Feb 20 2025

Major risks loom as Trump upends US Russia policy
Washington's approach changes dramatically with the initial meeting between US and Russian negotiators.
Thu Feb 20 2025

Pope Francis has double pneumonia, complicating his treatment, Vatican says
Doctors say a polymicrobial infection occurs when two or more micro-organisms are involved and can be caused by bacteria, viruses, or fungi.
Thu Feb 20 2025

Philippines' VP Duterte challenges impeachment before Supreme Court
Sara Duterte makes her first legal move to fight the case that could lead to her removal and lead to a lifetime ban from public office.
Wed Feb 19 2025

Motor racing - Hamilton steps out in red at unprecedented 10 team F1 launch
I feel so full of life, so much energy, because everything's new and I'm just focused on what is up ahead, Hamilton says.
Wed Feb 19 2025

UAE tells US' Rubio it rejects displacement of Palestinians
The UAE's stance matters as its one of four Arab nations that normalised ties with Israel during Trumps first term.
Wed Feb 19 2025

Taylor Swift wins recording artist of the year crown for fifth time
The megastar's "The Tortured Poets Department" record also topped four IFPI charts, the IFPI says.
Wed Feb 19 2025

More than $50 billion needed to rebuild Gaza, World Bank joint assessment says
Years of rebuilding work, including clearing unexploded ordinance and millions of tonnes of rubble lie ahead.
Wed Feb 19 2025

Malaysia’s AI data centre development to be impacted by recent US restrictions - Liew
Liew Chin Tong says the restrictions would not affect the development of the domestic data centre ecosystem as a whole.
Wed Feb 19 2025