The United States finds itself in a defensive crouch and at odds with even staunch allies like France, Canada, Australia and Japan.
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Senators Hold Up 43 Biden Diplomatic Nominees as Crises Roil World
The State Department says the monthslong blockade has damaged U.S. national security. Several Republican senators have objected to advancing the slate of nominees.
State Department Bypasses Congress to Approve Israel’s Order for Tank Ammunition
It is the first time the Biden administration has declared an emergency to expedite arms shipments to the Middle East, which are controversial because of the civilian death toll from Israeli airstrikes.
State Department Bypasses Congress to Approve Israel’s Order for Tank Ammunition
It is the first time the Biden administration has declared an emergency to expedite arms shipments to the Middle East, which are controversial because of the civilian death toll from Israeli airstrikes.
U.S. Sticks to Its Position on Israel as Gaza Crisis Deepens
The Biden administration is pressing Israel to do more to protect civilians. But it has not publicly discussed any consequences if it does not.
U.S. Sticks to Its Position on Israel as Gaza Crisis Deepens
The Biden administration is pressing Israel to do more to protect civilians. But it has not publicly discussed any consequences if it does not.
Israeli Intelligence Errors Over Hamas Attack Plan Prompt Scrutiny, but Little Backlash
The Israeli media and The New York Times published damaging revelations suggesting that senior officers had ignored or dismissed intelligence reports about the likelihood of a major Hamas attack.
Israel Resumes Offensive in Gaza Strip After Truce With Hamas Ends
Talks on extending a weeklong cease-fire broke down, with each side blaming the other. The truce had included the release of hostages held in Gaza for people in Israeli prisons.
Blinken Blames Hamas for Breaking Truce With Israel
The U.S. secretary of state said he also believed Israel was taking steps in this next phase of war to protect civilian lives in Gaza.