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Joe Biden greeted by protests during brief visit to Palestine

US president promises $300m in aid amid anger in Bethlehem and East Jerusalem at sidelining of quest for Palestinian state

The Guardian - UK

Biden pledges $100 million for Palestinian hospitals in East Jerusalem

U.S. President Joe Biden on Friday pledged an additional $100 million to support hospitals in East Jerusalem as part of a multiyear commitment aimed at helping Palestinian health services.

Reuters

The Latest: Pro-Palestinian rally gathers near Biden route

Pro-Palestinian demonstrators have gathered in east Jerusalem ahead of a visit by President Joe Biden to a nearby hospital

The Independent UK

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Biden confronts Saudi crown prince over Khashoggi murder, expects action on energy

U.S. President Joe Biden said on Friday he told Saudi Arabia's Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman he held him responsible for the murder of Washington Post journalist Jamal Khashoggi, shortly after exchanging a fist bump with the kingdom's de facto ruler.

Reuters

Biden heads to West Bank, with little to offer Palestinians

President Joe Biden will visit Palestinian leaders in the West Bank on Friday, at a moment when there's little chance of reviving peace talks with Israel

The Independent UK

Analysis: Palestinians feel increasingly disillusioned by Biden’s approach

JERUSALEM — The short ride that takes President Joe Biden from Jerusalem to Bethlehem passes an enormous mural of a smiling woman, wearing a flak jacket, yellow paint giving highlights to her chestnut hair.

Los Angeles Times

Joe Biden defends human rights record ahead of Saudi visit

President says he will not avoid rights issues but skirts commitment to discuss Khashoggi murder

The Guardian - UK

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Biden won't commit to confronting Saudi Arabia over journalist's murder

JERUSALEM — President Joe Biden on Thursday would not commit to confronting the leaders of Saudi Arabia over the killing of U.S.-based journalist Jamal Khashoggi when he travels to the kingdom later this week .

Los Angeles Times

Conflict Over East Jerusalem Consulate Sparks Controversy with Biden’s Arrival

Statements by US National Security Adviser Jake Sullivan about serious talks to open the US Consulate in East Jerusalem sparked controversy, forcing White House Spokesman John Kirby to deny the information, saying that there was “no change in US policy regarding a Palestinian consulate in Jerusalem.” Kirby added that the…

Asharq Al-Awsat

The Latest: Biden, Israeli PM Lapid, meet in Jerusalem

President Joe Biden is meeting in Jerusalem with Israel’s prime minister, Yair Lapid

The Independent UK

US, Israel sign joint anti-Iran nuclear declaration

US President Biden and Israeli PM Lapid sign joint declaration during meeting in Jerusalem.

Al Jazeera

Biden to meet with Israeli leaders in Jerusalem on Mideast tour

JERUSALEM: US President Joe Biden will hold bilateral talks on Thursday with Israeli officials in Jerusalem, where the two allies are expected to declare a "united stand" on common foe Iran.

Bangkok Post

Iran, not oil, is the main topic of Biden’s trip among Middle Eastern leaders

JERUSALEM — Many in the United States view President Joe Biden’s trip to the Middle East that began Wednesday as a mission to lower oil prices. But leaders throughout the region see it as a chance to hash out disagreements over Iran.

Los Angeles Times

Slain Palestinian Reporter’s Family ‘Outraged’ as Biden Arrives in Israel

The niece of slain Palestinian American journalist Shireen Abu Akleh expressed "outrage" Wednesday as US President Joe Biden arrived in Israel, condemning Washington for inaction over her killing. Lina Abu Akleh watched on television from her home in Israeli-annexed east Jerusalem as Air Force One touched down near Tel Aviv,…

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The Guardian - UK

Biden commits to Israel’s security as he embarks on Middle East tour

After the visit a communique titled the ‘Jerusalem Declaration’ will reaffirm Israel’s right to defend itself

Asharq Al-Awsat

Biden Greeted as Old Friend in Israel at Start of Middle East Tour

US President Joe Biden arrived on Wednesday in Israel, which embraced him as an old friend on the first leg of a high-stakes trip dominated by tensions with Iran. Landing at Ben Gurion Airport, whose tarmac he first trod in 1973 as a senator, Biden bumped fists with Israeli Prime…

Reuters

No change in U.S. policy on Palestinian consulate in Jerusalem, spokesman says

The White House spokesperson John Kirby said National Security Adviser Jake Sullivan misspoke on Wednesday when he told reporters that the United States wished for a Palestinian consulate in East Jerusalem.

Asharq Al-Awsat

White House Would Like a Consulate in East Jerusalem, Adviser Says

The White House would like to see a US consulate for the Palestinians open in east Jerusalem, National Security Adviser Jake Sullivan said on Wednesday as President Joe Biden made his way to the region. "Our position is that we would like a consulate in East Jerusalem. Obviously, that requires…

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White House would like a consulate in East Jerusalem, adviser says

The White House would like to see a U.S. consulate for the Palestinians open in east Jerusalem, National Security Adviser Jake Sullivan said on Wednesday as President Joe Biden made his way to the region.

Al Jazeera

Palestinians say Biden ‘helping sustain apartheid’ before visit

US president to visit Israel, occupied Palestinian territories in his first regional tour since taking office.

Daily Record

Palestinian orphan fostered in Renton takes effigy of Robert the Bruce’s heart to Jerusalem

Duncan Galbraith Thomson, chairman of the Robert the Bruce Heritage Centre, wanted to honour the King of Scotland’s dying wish, which was for his heart to be taken to the Holy Land to be forgiven.

The Independent UK

Biden to ping through Israel's iconic spots on Mideast tour

President Joe Biden’s dash through Israel and the occupied West Bank this week is expected to cut across some of the region’s most iconic places

Al Jazeera

Israel-Palestine US policy: What changed under Biden, what didn’t

As Joe Biden visits Israel and Palestine, Al Jazeera examines how his policies compare to Donald Trump’s approach.

Asharq Al-Awsat

Palestinians Say US Economic Push No Substitute for Peace

Ahead of Joe Biden's first visit to Jerusalem as US president, Washington's ambassador said his team will "pound tables" to press Israeli officials into making concessions to the Palestinians. But ambassador Thomas Nides was talking about ensuring Palestinians have access to economic benefits such as 4G internet, not throwing American…

The Guardian - US

Shireen Abu Aqleh: family of killed journalist demand meeting with Biden

Letter to president expresses ‘sense of betrayal’ for shielding Israel from accountability for her death ahead of his visit to Jerusalem

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