Peace Negotiations
Friday, July 26, 2013 - 08:43
The Israel Defense Forces is preparing to remove checkpoints in the West Bank as part of a goodwill gesture toward Palestinians before the anticipated resumption of peace talks between the Israeli government and the Palestinian Authority.
Wednesday, July 24, 2013 - 09:57
Edward Snowden and his effect on U.S.-Russia diplomatic relations, U.S. troop levels in Afghanistan, a possible bilateral security agreement with Afghanistan, continued delays in delivering new types of aid to Syria, and Guantanamo Bay.
Tuesday, July 23, 2013 - 14:45
Palestinian Authority President Mahmoud Abbas warned in comments published Monday that “all options are open” if there is no substantive progress in Israeli-Palestinian negotiations.
Tuesday, July 23, 2013 - 14:38
Intensifying clashes between the Syrian Kurds and Arab opposition forces are again ringing the alarm bells in Ankara. Earlier this week, 17-year-old Mahsun Ertugrul was killed in the town of Ceylanpinar, Urfa province, by bullets ricocheting from Ras Al-Ain, just across the border. Reports say that another boy, 15-year-old Ahmet Gunduz, remains in life-threatening condition.
Tuesday, July 23, 2013 - 08:27
During the past 20 years our relationship with Azerbaijan has evolved into a strategic partnership supported by three pillars that includes cooperation on common security interests; democratic and economic reform; and energy security and economic diversification.
Monday, July 22, 2013 - 11:53
Since declaring its independence from the Soviet Union, Azerbaijan has been a reliable friend and valuable ally of the United States in a turbulent region. In this true spirit of friendship, it seems appropriate for Congress to commemorate the victims of the Khojaly tragedy as Azerbaijani people mark the 21st anniversary of this event.
Monday, July 22, 2013 - 11:18
The extent of the cruelty of this massacre against women, children and the elderly was unfathomable. This anniversary reminds us of the need to redouble efforts to help resolve the Armenia-Azerbaijan conflict. The United States as a Co-Chair of the OSCE Minsk Group should intensify its efforts to reach a resolution of this protracted conflict.
Wednesday, July 17, 2013 - 12:39
This press briefing addresses developments in Egypt, the U.S. strategic relationship with India, and developments in Iraq
Wednesday, July 17, 2013 - 12:34
This press briefing addresses developments in Egypt, U.S. - India relations, weekend bombings in Pakistan, developments in the Syrian civil war, working conditions in Bangladesh, sanctions on Burmese Generals, democracy in Iraq, and State visits to India