Antony Blinken has been in the news recently for his diplomatic efforts in addressing various international crises. He has been involved in negotiations regarding a potential truce agreement involving hostages and a major offensive in Gaza. Blinken has also been working on a bilateral security accord with Israel, while urging Hamas to accept proposed terms for a ceasefire. Additionally, he has visited China to discuss future relations and has been part of discussions on imposing sanctions on Israeli military units accused of rights abuses.
Antony John Blinken is an American government official and diplomat who has held various high-ranking positions in the U.S. government. Born on April 16, 1962, Blinken served as the U.S. Deputy Secretary of State from 2015 to 2017 and as the Deputy National Security Advisor from 2013 to 2015 under President Barack Obama. He has been actively involved in foreign policy and international relations, playing a key role in shaping U.S. diplomatic strategies. Blinken's recent efforts reflect his commitment to addressing complex global challenges and promoting peace and stability through diplomatic means.
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Scores of Syrian women and children linked to the Islamic State group have left a sprawling camp in northeast Syria and headed home to the eastern province of Deir el-Zour following mediation by tribal leaders
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Washington felt its concerns over major offensive weren't getting through to Israel and took unprecedented step to ensure its heavy explosives weren't used in southern Gaza city
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Secretary of State Antony J. Blinken’s trip to Guatemala comes as the United States tries to get countries in the region to ramp up enforcement of their borders.
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The U.S. has "credible and reliable" assurances from Israel, allowing U.S. military assistance, per the report.
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Despite mediators' optimism a hostages-for-truce agreement can be reached, official tells ToI that Israel yet to hear terror group willing to retreat from maximalist demands
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For now, negotiators have prioritized a bilateral security accord that would then be part of a wider package presented to Israel.
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Also, the U.S. accused Russia of using chemical weapons.
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IDF renovates destroyed pedestrian terminal into northern Gaza to allow in trucks; US secretary of state says relief effort still falling short during visit to Kerem Shalom, Nir Oz
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U.S. and Israeli officials say those actions could lead to the PA's collapse.
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“The time is now,” Secretary of State Antony J. Blinken declared, urging Hamas to accept the terms of a proposed truce. He also made clear that he expected more from Israel.
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Antony Blinken is the latest senior US official to visit China, but some analysts believe Washington needs to set out a clear vision for future relations.
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All units still eligible for US military aid, Washington says after it identifies abuses committed before Gaza war.
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Hope for a cease-fire in Gaza.
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The direct meeting with China’s leader was a sign of continued effort to ease tensions, but officials expect little progress on core issues like Taiwan, trade and Chinese support of Russia.
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Top US diplomat is set for fraught discussions with foreign minister Wang Yi and possibly president Xi Jinping
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Washington is considering to impose sanctions on the Israeli military unit accused of rights abuse against Palestinians.
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At a G7 foreign ministers meeting in Italy, a US official said China is ‘contributing to Russia’s ability to prosecute’ the Ukraine war in ways that threaten all of Europe.
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Some far-right members of the Israeli government called for a strong response to an Iranian attack, but the U.S., the E.U. and others cautioned against further escalation.
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Thinking of Rafah as a final ‘red line’ is a mistake’ – the situation in Gaza is already beyond the bitter edges of human cruelty
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Trump’s presence was felt in DC this week, even as he stayed stewing in his Mar-a-Lago estate