In rare call with Lavrov since Russia invaded Ukraine early last year, secretary of state also urges him to immediately release another imprisoned American, Paul Whelan
Western officials to up pressure on Hungary and Turkey to to allow Sweden to follow suit; 'Era of military non-alignment has ended,' says alliance's chief
Amid anti-government protests rocking Jewish state, secretary of state says US won't take sides on legislative proposals in the 'very vibrant democracy of Israel'
Israeli delegation sits down with US Secretary of State Blinken and National Security Adviser Sullivan as White House pushes 'steps to restore calm,' weighs barring Smotrich
In 10-minute chat, Blinken says he told Lavrov to 'end this war of aggression, engage in meaningful diplomacy that can produce a just and durable peace'
Preparing for possible attack on Iran, PM said to have recently held 5 meetings with defense minister, IDF chief of staff, Mossad head, Military Intelligence chief and others
After members bow to American pressure, withdraw resolution urging halt to settlement activity, they issue softer joint statement saying actions imperil prospects for 2 states
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