Weeks before Netanyahu's July 2020 target for controversial move, British envoy to US surprised American counterparts with threat, said it would lead to others following suit

Sides discuss infrastructure development, access to US markets, US regulations, free trade, financial issues, renewable energy and environmental initiatives, State Department says

Book tells of Kushner's fury at Israeli PM's unexpected declaration, an exasperated Trump snapping, 'If you want to do it, do it,' and Netanyahu's cold feet just before UAE deal

'We support Palestinian NGOs’ role monitoring human rights abuses wherever they occur,' Linda Thomas-Greenfield says after visit to region

PA president denounces Israeli decision to blacklist Palestinian human rights groups, thanks Linda Thomas-Greenfield for US condemnations of Israeli settlement approvals

PM reportedly acknowledges Biden's campaign promise and domestic sensitivities, but says his government views reopening of mission to Palestinians as 'unacceptable'

But Jerusalem must back move, according to diplomatic protocol; Mohammad Shtayyeh resists calls to have American mission in Ramallah

PA Foreign Ministry says East Jerusalem is capital of Palestine, Israelis can't veto Washington's decision

Day after blocking Democrats from fast-tracking diplomat-turned-banker's nomination, Republicans forgo their objections, allowing Nides to be confirmed via voice vote

Josh Hawley gives no reason for decision to block unanimous consent vote to approve Tom Nides along with six other nominees; Democrat colleague calls move 'mind-boggling'