US State Department
Israeli-media coverage mentioning US State Department, translated into English and compared across sources. 48 recent stories.
US Envoy to Syria Sparks Outrage with Golan Heights Remarks and Criticism of Israel
US envoy Tom Barrett sparked outrage by denying Israeli sovereignty over the Golan Heights and criticizing Israel's policies, leading to calls for his immediate dismissal by conse…
Israeli Defense Minister Rebukes US Envoy Over Syria Strike Comments Amid Rising Tensions
The IDF killed a terrorist in southern Syria amid rising tensions with Turkey. US envoy Tom Barrett criticized Israel for allegedly timing the strike for electoral gain and riskin…
Israel Condemns Turkish Military Build-Up in Syria After Striking Base Near Border
Israel struck a Turkish military base in northern Syria to prevent Turkish forces from advancing near its border, escalating tensions with Turkey and drawing US criticism. Israel…
US Plans to Bar Palestinian President Mahmoud Abbas From UN General Assembly in New York
The Trump administration plans to block Palestinian President Mahmoud Abbas from attending the UN General Assembly in New York for the second year in a row, citing Palestinian act…
US Envoy Tom Barrack Challenges Israel Relations Amid Internal Administration Rift
Tom Barrack, a close friend of Donald Trump and US envoy to Lebanon, has created tensions within the US administration by adopting a critical stance toward Israel and maintaining…
US Deploys New Aircraft Carrier to Middle East Amid Rising Iran Tensions and Approves Qatar Tanker Jet Sale
The US deployed the USS George Washington aircraft carrier to the Middle East to replace the USS Abraham Lincoln amid ongoing tensions with Iran. President Trump announced intensi…
US Envoy Tom Barrack Strains Israel-Turkey Ties Amid Syrian Conflict Concerns
Israeli officials express concern over US envoy Tom Barrack's pro-Turkish stance amid tensions following an Israeli strike in Syria. Barrack warns of escalation risks, while Israe…
US Charges 17 Iranians in Massive Cyber Theft Targeting Universities Including Israel
The US indicted 17 Iranians linked to Iran's Revolutionary Guards for a global cyber campaign stealing academic research from thousands of universities, including in Israel, and t…
US Sanctions ICC Chief Prosecutors as Netanyahu Praises Move
The US imposed sanctions on ICC President Tomoko Akane and senior prosecutor Abdullahi Seye, prompting Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu to praise the move and condemn the court. T…
US Sanctions ICC Chief Judge Over Arrest Warrants Against Netanyahu
The US sanctioned ICC judge Tomoko Akane and prosecutor Abdullahi Seyi over arrest warrants against Israeli leaders, intensifying the Trump administration's dispute with the court.
Syria Officially Confirms Possession of Nuclear Material Amid Rising Tensions with Israel
Syria's Foreign Minister officially confirms possession of nuclear material, asserting peaceful use and secure storage under IAEA oversight. This follows an alleged Israeli airstr…
US Blames Israel for Airstrikes in Syria, Calls for Restraint and Dialogue
The US envoy to Syria accused Israel of conducting airstrikes on a military airport in Idlib, calling the attacks an unnecessary escalation and urging restraint and dialogue to re…
US and Syria Respond to Alleged Israeli Airstrikes on Abu al-Duhur Airbase
Syria accused Israel of conducting eight airstrikes on the Abu al-Duhur Airbase, causing infrastructure damage but no casualties. The US condemned the strikes as unnecessary escal…
Trump Hesitates to Back Israeli Candidate Ahead of October Elections
US President Donald Trump expressed reluctance to publicly endorse any candidate in Israel's upcoming October elections, despite previously indicating possible support for Prime M…
IDF Prepares for Potential Multi-Day Fighting in Lebanon Amid Rising Tensions
The IDF is preparing for potential extended combat in Lebanon following an attack that severely wounded three soldiers. Israel responded with targeted strikes killing senior Hezbo…
Israel Prepares for Potential Multi-Day Fighting in Lebanon Amid Hezbollah Tensions
The IDF is preparing for possible extended fighting in Lebanon, targeting Hezbollah terror sites while balancing US-mediated peace talks. Recent Israeli strikes killed senior Hezb…
US Holds Hezbollah Responsible for Israeli Presence in Lebanon, Calls for Disarmament
The US State Department holds Hezbollah responsible for Israel's presence in Lebanon and calls for the group's disarmament as part of a peace process involving Lebanese army opera…
US Probes Chinese Funding of Pro-Palestinian Protests in UK Linked to Extremist Group
US lawmakers are investigating Chinese funding of the extremist group Code Pink, which organizes pro-Palestinian protests in the UK. The probe centers on 250,000 pounds linked to…
US Ambassador Clarifies Settlers Are Not the Problem After Condemning Violence in West Bank
US Ambassador Mike Herzog condemned violent attacks by a small minority of settlers in the West Bank, clarifying that most settlers are not involved and urging balanced media cove…
US State Department Condemns West Bank Violence as Threat to Israeli Security and Regional Stability
A senior US State Department official condemned all criminal violence in the West Bank, emphasizing its threat to Israeli security and regional stability. This follows US Ambassad…
US and Israeli Officials Deny Agreement on Countries Overseeing Hezbollah Disarmament in Lebanon
US and Israeli officials refute reports of an agreement on countries overseeing Hezbollah's disarmament in Lebanon, confirming ongoing negotiations. The dispute over verification…
US Criticizes Israeli Defense Minister Katz Over Troop Presence in South Lebanon
The US criticized Israeli Defense Minister Yoav Katz for declaring a permanent Israeli military presence in southern Lebanon, calling it a breach of the framework agreement with L…
US Criticizes Israeli Defense Minister Katz's Plan for Indefinite Military Presence in South Lebanon
The Trump administration criticized Israeli Defense Minister Israel Katz's statement about maintaining a permanent IDF presence in southern Lebanon, saying it violates Israel's co…
IDF Conducts Military Operation in Southern Lebanon Amid US Pressure
The IDF conducted a large-scale operation in the village of Kousra in southern Lebanon following a terror attack, responding to US requests. The US condemned the terror act and wa…
US State Department Prepares Middle East Embassies for Prolonged Limited Operations Amid Iran Conflict
The US State Department is preparing its Middle East embassies to operate with minimal staff amid ongoing conflict with Iran, signaling a prolonged period of limited diplomatic ac…
US Prioritizes Normalization Between Israel and Neighbors Amid Regional Tensions
The US government affirms its preference for expanding normalization agreements between Israel and its neighbors, highlighting the Abraham Accords' benefits amid reports of region…
New York Mayor’s Wife Plans Security-Backed Trip to Syria and Lebanon Amid Controversy
Colombia Earthquake Kills Over 100, Rescue Efforts Continue Amid Aftershocks
A 7.4 magnitude earthquake struck Colombia on August 10, killing at least 111 people and causing widespread destruction in western and central regions. Rescue efforts continue ami…
Top Militia Leader Akram al-Kaabi Flees Syria Amid Regional Crackdown
Akram al-Kaabi, leader of the Iranian-backed Shiite militia Asa'ib Ahl al-Haq, fled Syria secretly amid intensified regional crackdowns and intelligence pressure. His escape to Ir…
Israel and US Target Hezbollah’s Financial Networks to Cut Funding Amid Renewed Conflict
Since March, Israel and the US have targeted Hezbollah’s financial infrastructure in Lebanon, destroying banks and disrupting Iranian money transfers. Lebanon suspended direct fli…
Iran and Oman Near Agreement to Reopen Strait of Hormuz Amid US Sanctions Relief and Regional Tensions
Trump Discusses Strait of Hormuz Deal Progress with Qatar's Emir Amid US-Iran Tensions
US President Trump and Qatar's Emir discussed progress in Iran-Oman talks on the Strait of Hormuz, aiming to reduce US-Iran tensions. An agreement with significant Iranian concess…
Israel, Lebanon Begin US-Mediated Talks in Rome to Expand Hezbollah Disarmament Pilot in South Lebanon
Israel and Lebanon have begun US-mediated talks in Rome to expand pilot zones in southern Lebanon aimed at disarming Hezbollah and transferring control to the Lebanese army. Key i…
US Issues Heightened Travel Warning for Belgium Over Crime, Terror, and Protests
The US State Department has upgraded Belgium's travel advisory to Level 2 due to increased crime, terror threats, and political protests. Tourists are warned to be vigilant, espec…
Multiple Countries Issue Severe Travel Warnings for Kenya Over Kidnapping, Terror, and Violent Crime Risks
The US, Canada, and Israel have issued heightened travel warnings for Kenya due to increased armed robberies, kidnapping threats, and terrorist activity, especially in northern co…
US Cancels Iran Strike Amid Rising Tensions, Israel Remains Silent as Iran Mocks Retreat
US President Trump cancels a planned strike on Iran following regional requests, while Iran mocks the US retreat. Israel remains silent amid rising tensions and ongoing security c…
Israel on High Alert Amid Rising US-Iran Tensions and Threats to Regional Allies
Amid escalating US-Iran tensions, Israel raises military alert while awaiting President Trump's decision on possible strikes. Iran threatens retaliation against Israel and Gulf st…
Trump Admits US Sanctions on ICC Aim to Protect Netanyahu, Not Himself
US President Donald Trump admitted that sanctions against the International Criminal Court were meant to protect Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu, not US officials. Following ICC…
US Issues Urgent Security Alert for Americans in Middle East Amid Iran Tensions
US Considers New Strikes on Iran Amid Tehran's Threats to Israeli Infrastructure
President Trump is considering new US strikes on Iran's energy sites amid rising tensions, with Iran threatening retaliation against Israeli and US infrastructure. The US Embassy…
US Advises Citizens to Prepare to Leave Middle East Amid Iran Tensions; Israel Not Informed of Military Operation Resumption
The US has warned its citizens in the Middle East to prepare to leave amid rising tensions with Iran, while Israel says it has not been informed of any renewed military operations…
Hezbollah's Weapon Retention Delays US-Backed South Lebanon Withdrawal Pilot
A US-brokered pilot program for Israeli withdrawal from southern Lebanon is delayed due to Hezbollah's refusal to disarm and complex security challenges. The first pilot zone was…
US Embassy Orders Israeli Troops to Vacate Palestinian Home with American Family
Israeli forces occupied a Palestinian-American family's home near Ramallah to establish a military post but withdrew after US Embassy pressure. The embassy condemned the takeover…
US Warns Hezbollah of Severe Consequences Ahead of Israel-Lebanon Talks in Rome
Ahead of Israel-Lebanon talks in Rome, the US warns Hezbollah of harsh retaliation if it attacks Israel, while both sides dispute who will oversee a new security pilot zone in sou…
US Official Announces Israel-Lebanon Talks Next Week to Expand Pilot Zones in Southern Lebanon
The US will host Israel-Lebanon talks in Rome from August 4 to 6 to discuss expanding pilot zones in southern Lebanon and resolving border disputes. The talks follow successful in…
Iran Declares Full Control Over Strait of Hormuz After US Halts Attacks
After US President Trump halted planned strikes, Iran's Revolutionary Guards declared full control over the Strait of Hormuz and rejected renewed US talks. Several unauthorized sh…
Syria-Iraq Oil Pipeline Revival Challenges Israel's Regional Energy Role
Iraq and Syria have agreed to restore an oil pipeline bypassing the Strait of Hormuz, supported by the US and involving Chevron and Qatari investors. This move strengthens Syria e…
Netanyahu Prepares for Washington Visit Amid Security Escalation and Vows Broader Action Against Terror Cells
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu announced a Washington visit to meet President Trump amid escalating security concerns. He outlined ongoing and expanded operations again…