I am outraged and heartbroken by the deaths of seven humanitarian workers from World Central Kitchen, including one American, in Gaza yesterday. They were providing food to hungry civilians in the middle of a war. They were brave and selfless. Their deaths are a tragedy. Israel has pledged to conduct a thorough investigation into why the aid workers’ vehicles were hit by…
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A Proclamation To Take Certain Actions Under the African Growth and Opportunity Act and For Other Purposes
1. In Proclamation 9834 of December 21, 2018, the President determined that the Islamic Republic of Mauritania (Mauritania) was not making continual progress in meeting the requirements described in section 506A(a)(1) of the Trade Act of 1974, as amended (the “Trade Act”), as added by section 111(a) of the African Growth and Opportunity…
Readout of President Biden’s Call with Prime Minister Netanyahu of Israel
President Joseph R. Biden, Jr. spoke this morning with Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu of Israel. The President reaffirmed the United States’ support for Israel’s right to defend itself and obligation to protect its citizens, while underscoring the importance of operating consistent with the law of war to include the protection of civilians in Gaza caught…
Statement from National Security Advisor Jake Sullivan on Government of Israel Decision to Open Kerem Shalom for Direct Delivery of Humanitarian Assistance
Before departing Israel, I was informed by my counterpart, Israeli National Security Advisor Tzachi Hanegbi, that the Government of Israel has taken the decision to open its border crossing at Kerem Shalom for direct delivery of humanitarian assistance to Palestinian civilians in Gaza. We welcome this significant step. President Biden raised this issue in recent…
Readout of Vice President Harris’s Call with President Isaac Herzog of Israel
Vice President Kamala Harris today spoke with President Isaac Herzog of Israel and expressed her and the Second Gentleman’s condolences and prayers for the victims of the heinous Hamas terrorist attacks and all those affected. She condemned the appalling and unprecedented attacks, which included terrorists taking children and elderly people hostage. The Vice President made clear that such terrorist acts are never justified. The…
Press Briefing by Press Secretary Karine Jean-Pierre and National Security Communications Advisor John Kirby
James S. Brady Press Briefing Room 1:39 P.M. EDT MS. JEAN-PIERRE: Good afternoon, everyone. Q Good afternoon. MS. JEAN-PIERRE: So, I just have a — just something really quick at the top. Is the — the mics are always funky. Is it funky? Q It’s normal. MS. JEAN-PIERRE: No? Q You sound good. MS. JEAN-PIERRE: …
Readout of President Biden’s Call with Prime Minister Netanyahu of Israel
President Joseph R. Biden, Jr. spoke this morning with Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu of Israel regarding the latest developments in Israel, Gaza, and the West Bank. The President and the Prime Minister discussed ongoing efforts to secure the release of hostages held by Hamas, including many children and a number of American citizens. The two…
Press Briefing by Press Secretary Karine Jean-Pierre and National Security Advisor Jake Sullivan
James S. Brady Press Briefing Room 2:50 P.M. EDT MS. JEAN-PIERRE: Good afternoon, everyone. Q Good afternoon. MS. JEAN-PIERRE: As you all know, this morning, President Biden and Vice President Harris spoke to Prime Minister Netan- — Netanyahu. This was the President’s third conversation with him since this crisis began. President Biden and Vice President…
Press Briefing by Press Secretary Karine Jean-Pierre and National Security Advisor Jake Sullivan
2:16 P.M. EDT MS. JEAN-PIERRE: Hey, good afternoon, everyone. Happy Monday. Happy Monday. I have two items at the top before I turn it over to our National Security Advisor, Jake Sullivan. Today, to mark Women’s History Month, President Biden, alongside the First Lady and the Vice President and the Second Gentleman, signed a historic…
Readout of President Joseph R. Biden, Jr. Meeting with Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu of Israel and the War Cabinet
President Joseph R. Biden, Jr. met Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and his War Cabinet today in Israel for a comprehensive discussion of Israel’s strategy in response to Hamas’ brutal terrorist attack. The President reiterated his steadfast support for Israel and reaffirmed U.S. determination to provide the Israeli government with what it needs to protect its citizens. The…
