Gulf sultanate, traditionally a mediator between Iran and the West, makes move that will cut hours off travel to Far East, but does not indicate impending treaty with Jerusalem

State Dept. says it recognizes Israel's security concerns but still alarmed by high casualty count after 10 killed, over 100 hurt; Arab, Muslim nations issue far harsher criticisms

Speaking to American Jewish leaders, UA ambassador stresses, 'I didn’t say put the brakes on, I said pump the brakes… slow down'

Bloomberg cites several unnamed individuals saying new government stepping up attempts to achieve greater military and intel cooperation

Congress member says any concerns over such sales, due to Saudis' rights record, would be drowned out by Abraham Accords supporters

In ToI interview fresh off trip to the region, Kirsten Gillibrand also proposes offering F-35s to Abraham Accords countries that invest in aid for the Palestinians

Diplomatic correspondent Lazar Berman discusses Ukraine relations and a US official's visit as science writer Nathan Jeffay looks at robots with senses and medical clown research

Prince Faisal bin Farhan says peace will only come by 'giving the Palestinians a state,' amid Jerusalem's hopes to add kingdom to growing list of friendly Arab nations

In first Jerusalem visit since new government sworn in, Jake Sullivan notes shared 'challenges and opportunities,' while mum on Biden administration's concern over domestic issues

US national security adviser meets with Herzog, who stresses importance of not letting ties get bogged down by disagreements on Iran and Palestinians