The secretary of state urged the prime minister to “capitalize” on Yahya Sinwar’s death “by securing the release of all hostages,” a spokesman said.
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U.S. Tries to End War in Lebanon That Biden Envoy Calls ‘Out of Control’
Israel and Hezbollah say they will keep up attacks in an escalating conflict that has devastated Gaza, is causing misery in Lebanon and could draw Iran deeper into the fighting.
Blinken to Visit Israel in Latest Push for Gaza Cease-Fire
Secretary of State Antony J. Blinken is expected to depart on Monday in a renewed effort to bring calm to the region. The State Department did not say which other countries he might stop in.
U.S. Warns Israel to Boost Humanitarian Aid Into Gaza or Face Consequences
The warning was conveyed in a letter sent Sunday to two top Israeli officials that included the possibility of a cutoff of U.S. military aid, officials said.
How the Push to Avert a Broader War in Lebanon Fell Apart
Diplomats thought both Israel and Hezbollah supported a call for a temporary cease-fire. Then Israel killed Hezbollah’s leader.
U.S. and Allies Sound Alarm Over Their Adversaries’ Military Ties
The Biden administration is struggling to halt cooperation among Russia, China, North Korea and Iran. It feels urgency over the wars in Ukraine and the Middle East while also aiming to protect Taiwan.
Second Wave of Hezbollah Devices Explodes in Lebanon, Killing at Least 20
At least 20 people were killed and more than 450 others wounded, Lebanese officials said, a day after pagers exploded across the country and killed 12 people, in an attack widely attributed to Israel.
Blinken Visits Egypt, but Skips a Stop in Israel
The secretary of state is making his 10th visit to the Middle East since the Oct. 7 attacks. Until now, he has met with officials in Israel each time.
With Russia in Mind, U.K. Prime Minister Keir Starmer Goes to Washington
A trip to Washington by Britain’s prime minister, Keir Starmer, came after President Vladimir Putin of Russia warned that the allies’ next step could mean war for NATO.
Diplomacy Over Ukraine War Is About Bolstering Forces
For both Ukraine and Russia, battlefield gains now might provide an upper hand in any negotiations later. That’s reflected in their discussions over arms with allies.