U.S. Department of the Treasury Office of Public Affairs Press Release: January 7, 2021 Readout from a Treasury Spokesperson on Secretary Mnuchin’s Trip to Israel TEL AVIV – U.S. Treasury Secretary Steven T. Mnuchin traveled to Israel from January 6 to January 7, 2021 where he met with Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, and Minister of …
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By U.S. Mission Israel | 7 January, 2021 | Topics: Former U.S. Government Leaders, News, Press Releases | Tags: Secretary Mnuchin’s
PRESS STATEMENT MICHAEL R. POMPEO, SECRETARY OF STATE DECEMBER 22, 2020 Earlier this year, the Israeli and Lebanese governments sought U.S. assistance in mediating an agreement on their maritime boundary. Such an agreement would offer potentially significant economic benefits to the people of both countries. Regrettably, despite goodwill on both sides, the parties remain far …
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By U.S. Mission Israel | 22 December, 2020 | Topics: Former U.S. Government Leaders, News, Press Releases
Robert O’Brien, Assistant to the President and U.S. National Security Advisor, arrived in Jerusalem on December 13, 2020, and held a series of meetings with Israeli officials to discuss regional issues, shared security concerns and the Abraham Accords. Among others, NSA O’Brien met with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, and with his Israeli counterpart, National …
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By U.S. Mission Israel | 13 December, 2020 | Topics: Former U.S. Government Leaders, Press Releases, U.S. & Israel
December 11, 2020 On Progress Toward Peace The agreement reached yesterday between Israel and Morocco to normalize relations is another remarkable step toward peace. In the coming weeks, Israel and Morocco will assume full diplomatic relations. This agreement will also grant overflights and direct flights to and from Israel and will promote unfettered economic cooperation …
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By U.S. Mission Israel | 12 December, 2020 | Topics: Former U.S. Government Leaders, News, Press Releases, U.S. & Israel | Tags: PRESIDENT TRUMP BROKERS HISTORIC PEACE AGREEMENT BETWEEN ISRAEL AND MOROCCO
December 11, 2020 “As more countries normalize relations with Israel — which will happen quite quickly, we believe — the region will become more and more stable, secure, and prosperous.”– President Donald J. Trump ACHIEVING PEACE: President Donald J. Trump has brokered a peace agreement between Morocco and Israel—the fourth such agreement in just 4 …
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By U.S. Mission Israel | 11 December, 2020 | Topics: Former U.S. Government Leaders, News, Press Releases | Tags: PRESIDENT TRUMP BROKERS HISTORIC PEACE AGREEMENT BETWEEN ISRAEL AND MOROCCO
ON NORMALIZATION OF RELATIONS BETWEEN MOROCCO AND ISRAEL Via Teleconference 11:23 A.M. EST MR. VASQUEZ: Hey. Good morning, everybody. We have another historic day today, another breakthrough. I have with me Senior Advisor to the President, Jared Kushner, who will speak to you today on their good news regarding Morocco. He will give some brief …
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By U.S. Mission Israel | 10 December, 2020 | Topics: Former U.S. Government Leaders, News, Press Releases | Tags: MOROCCO AND ISRAEL
The United States affirms, as stated by previous Administrations, its support for Morocco’s autonomy proposal as the only basis for a just and lasting solution to the dispute over the Western Sahara territory. Therefore, as of today, the United States recognizes Moroccan sovereignty over the entire Western Sahara territory and reaffirms its support for Morocco’s …
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By U.S. Mission Israel | 10 December, 2020 | Topics: Former U.S. Government Leaders, News, Press Releases | Tags: Morocco
Diplomatic Reception Room 1:07 P.M. EST THE PRESIDENT: Thank you. When I came into office, I promised to look at the world’s challenges with open eyes and very fresh thinking. We cannot solve our problems by making the same failed assumptions and repeating the same failed strategies of the past. Old challenges demand new approaches. …
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By U.S. Mission Israel | 7 December, 2020 | Topics: Former U.S. Government Leaders, News, U.S. & Israel
By U.S. Mission Israel | 20 November, 2020 | Topics: Former U.S. Government Leaders, News, U.S. & Israel
REMARKS TO THE PRESS MICHAEL R. POMPEO, SECRETARY OF STATE MOUNT BENTAL, GOLAN HEIGHTS NOVEMBER 19, 2020 FOREIGN MINISTER ASHKENAZI: Secretary, I’ll just state, a great friend of Israel. (Inaudible) Pompeo and the Ambassador. We just had a great visit and I think briefing about the Golan Heights. I would like to take the opportunity to …
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By U.S. Mission Israel | 20 November, 2020 | Topics: Former U.S. Government Leaders, News, U.S. & Israel
REMARKS TO THE PRESS MICHAEL R. POMPEO, SECRETARY OF STATE KING DAVID HOTEL JERUSALEM, ISRAEL NOVEMBER 19, 2020 PRIME MINISTER NETANYAHU: We just had a very intimate and productive conversation overlooking the walls of Jerusalem, and it reminded me of how deep and profound your tie is to the Jewish state. I gave you a Bible …
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By U.S. Mission Israel | 19 November, 2020 | Topics: Former U.S. Government Leaders, News, U.S. & Israel
U.S. DEPARTMENT OF STATE Office of the Spokesperson For Immediate Release STATEMENT BY FORMER SECRETARY MICHAEL R. POMPEO November 19, 2020 Marking of Country of Origin Today, the Department of State is initiating new guidelines to ensure that country of origin markings for Israeli and Palestinian goods are consistent with our reality-based foreign policy approach. In accordance with this announcement, all producers within areas where Israel exercises the relevant authorities – …
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By U.S. Mission Israel | 19 November, 2020 | Topics: Former U.S. Government Leaders, News, Press Releases
PRESS STATEMENT MICHAEL R. POMPEO, FORMER SECRETARY OF STATE NOVEMBER 19, 2020 It is the policy of the United States to combat anti-Semitism everywhere in the world and in whatever form it appears, including all forms of discrimination and hatred rooted in anti-Semitism. The United States strongly opposes the global discriminatory boycott, divestment, and sanctions …
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By U.S. Mission Israel | 19 November, 2020 | Topics: Former U.S. Government Leaders, News, Press Releases
FACT SHEET OFFICE OF THE SPOKESPERSON NOVEMBER 18, 2020 “We know that the more the Middle East embraces Israel, the brighter their future will be.” – Former Secretary of State Michael R. Pompeo, March 2, 2020 Secretary Pompeo will travel on November 18 to Israel where he will meet with Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu in …
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By U.S. Mission Israel | 19 November, 2020 | Topics: Former U.S. Government Leaders, News, Press Releases, U.S. & Israel
READOUT OFFICE OF THE SPOKESPERSON NOVEMBER 18, 2020 The below is attributable to Principal Deputy Spokesperson Cale Brown: Former Secretary of State Michael R. Pompeo met today with Israel’s Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and Bahrain’s Foreign Minister Dr. Abdullatif bin Rashid Al Zayani in Jerusalem, Israel. The three leaders discussed the historic Abraham Accords, which …
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By U.S. Mission Israel | 18 November, 2020 | Topics: Events, Former U.S. Government Leaders, News, Press Releases
MICHAEL R. POMPEO, SECRETARY OF STATE PRIME MINISTER’S RESIDENCE JERUSALEM, ISRAEL NOVEMBER 18, 2020 MODERATOR: Excellencies, welcome. Please take your seats. Prime Minister, please. PRIME MINISTER NETANYAHU: Thank you. Secretary of State Pompeo, my dear friend Mike, it’s always a pleasure to see you in Jerusalem. Foreign Minister Dr. Al Zayani, it’s a pleasure to …
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By U.S. Mission Israel | 18 November, 2020 | Topics: Events, Former U.S. Government Leaders, News, Speeches
11/12/2020 04:12 PM EST Office of the Spokesperson Assistant Secretary of State for Political-Military Affairs R. Clarke Cooper travels to the United Arab Emirates, Saudi Arabia, Bahrain, and Israel November 14-23 to meet with key U.S. regional partners on expanding security cooperation and defense trade that enhances our shared security. In the United Arab Emirates …
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By U.S. Mission Israel | 13 November, 2020 | Topics: Former U.S. Government Leaders, News, Press Releases, U.S. & Israel
PRESS STATEMENT MICHAEL R. POMPEO, FORMER SECRETARY OF STATE NOVEMBER 10, 2020 The United States stands with the Yemeni Jewish community in calling for the immediate and unconditional release of Levi Salem Musa Marhabi. Mr. Marhabi has been wrongfully detained by the Houthi militia for four years, despite a court ordering his release in September 2019. His health continues to deteriorate as he …
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By U.S. Mission Israel | 12 November, 2020 | Topics: Events, Former U.S. Government Leaders, News, Press Releases | Tags: Levi Salem, Musa Marhabi
PRESS STATEMENT CALE BROWN, DEPUTY SPOKESPERSON NOVEMBER 10, 2020 Secretary of State Michael R. Pompeo will travel to France, Turkey, Georgia, Israel, the United Arab Emirates, Qatar, and Saudi Arabia November 13 – 23. In Paris, the Secretary will meet with President Macron, Foreign Minister Le Drian, and other senior officials to build on our …
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By U.S. Mission Israel | 12 November, 2020 | Topics: Former U.S. Government Leaders, News, Press Releases, U.S. & Israel
Media Roundtable with Israeli Journalists November 9, 2020 Jerusalem MR ABRAMS: I am very happy to be back in Israel. It’s not my first visit and I’ve been very pleased to see a lot of old friends and acquaintances in the government and in the IDF. We had very useful discussions yesterday and today about …
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By U.S. Mission Israel | 10 November, 2020 | Topics: Events, Former U.S. Government Leaders, News, Press Releases
11/07/2020 05:17 PM EST Office of the Spokesperson Special Representative for Iran and Venezuela Elliott Abrams will travel to Israel, the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, and the United Arab Emirates from November 7-12 for consultations on Iran.
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By U.S. Mission Israel | 8 November, 2020 | Topics: Events, Former U.S. Government Leaders, News, U.S. & Israel | Tags: Elliott Abrams
U.S. Embassy Jerusalem Press Release October 30, 2020 Following the State Department’s announcement October 29, 2020, announcing that the Department will now allow U.S. citizens born in Jerusalem to elect to list their place of birth as either “Israel” or “Jerusalem,” the first passport exemplifying the new regulation was issued today [Friday, October 30, 2020] …
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By U.S. Mission Israel | 30 October, 2020 | Topics: Former U.S. Ambassadors, Former U.S. Government Leaders, News, Press Releases
PRESS STATEMENT MICHAEL R. POMPEO, FORMER SECRETARY OF STATE OCTOBER 29, 2020 Consistent with President Trump’s Jerusalem Proclamation of December 6, 2017, and the historic opening of the U.S. Embassy in Jerusalem on May 14, 2018, today I am announcing updates to the Department’s guidance on passports and other consular documents issued to U.S. citizens. …
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By U.S. Mission Israel | 29 October, 2020 | Topics: Events, Former U.S. Ambassadors, Former U.S. Government Leaders, News, Press Releases
PRESS STATEMENT MICHAEL R. POMPEO, FORMER SECRETARY OF STATE OCTOBER 24, 2020 We commend Guatemala for designating Hizballah as a terrorist organization in its entirety and demonstrating resolve in countering this dangerous terrorist group. This important step will help cut off Hizballah’s ability to plot terrorist attacks and to raise money around the world, including …
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By U.S. Mission Israel | 25 October, 2020 | Topics: Former U.S. Government Leaders, News, Press Releases | Tags: Hizballah, Terrorist Organization
They are choosing a future in which Arabs and Israelis, Muslims, Jews, and Christians can live together, pray together, and dream together, side by side, in harmony, community, and peace. President Donald J. Trump October 23, 2020 STRIKING ANOTHER HISTORIC AGREEMENT: President Donald J. Trump has brokered a peace agreement between Sudan and Israel – …
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By U.S. Mission Israel | 24 October, 2020 | Topics: Former U.S. Government Leaders, News, U.S. & Israel | Tags: Sudan
Former President Donald J. Trump, Sudanese Chairman of the Sovereignty Council Abdel Fattah al-Burhan, Sudanese Prime Minister Abdalla Hamdok, and Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu spoke today to discuss Sudan’s historic progress towards democracy and opportunities to advance peace in the region. After decades of living under a brutal dictatorship, the people of Sudan are …
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By U.S. Mission Israel | 23 October, 2020 | Topics: Events, Former U.S. Government Leaders, News, U.S. & Israel | Tags: Sudan
Issued on: October 23, 2020 Former President Donald J. Trump has informed Congress of his intent to formally rescind Sudan’s designation as a State Sponsor of Terrorism. This follows on Sudan’s recent agreement to resolve certain claims of United States victims of terror and their families. Yesterday, in fulfillment of that agreement, the transitional government …
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By U.S. Mission Israel | 23 October, 2020 | Topics: Events, Former U.S. Government Leaders, News | Tags: Sudan
NOTICE TO THE PRESS OFFICE OF THE SPOKESPERSON OCTOBER 7, 2020 Secretary of State Michael R. Pompeo will host and deliver opening remarks during the first-ever U.S. Government conference focused on combatting online anti-Semitism. Organized by the Office of the Special Envoy to Monitor and Combat Anti-Semitism, the virtual conference aims to explore the threats posed by anti-Semitism on the internet and social media and to consider practical responses for governments and civil society. The [pre-recorded] conference, titled “Ancient Hatred, …
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By U.S. Mission Israel | 8 October, 2020 | Topics: Events, Former U.S. Government Leaders, News, Press Releases | Tags: Anti-Semitism, Virtual Conference
October 1, 2020 The United States welcomes the decision by the Governments of Israel and Lebanon to begin discussions on the maritime boundary. This historic agreement between the two parties was brokered by the United States and is the result of nearly three years of intense diplomatic engagement by Ambassador David Satterfield and Assistant Secretary …
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By U.S. Mission Israel | 1 October, 2020 | Topics: Former U.S. Government Leaders, News, Press Releases | Tags: Energy
INTERVIEW MICHAEL R. POMPEO, SECRETARY OF STATE VIA TELECONFERENCE SEPTEMBER 21, 2020 QUESTION: Good morning, Mr. Secretary, and thank you for joining us at The Media Line. SECRETARY POMPEO: Great to be with you, Felice. Thanks for having me on today. QUESTION: Pleasure. It’s telling that virtually all of the stories we are reporting relative …
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By U.S. Mission Israel | 22 September, 2020 | Topics: Former U.S. Government Leaders, News, Press Releases
PRESS STATEMENT OFFICE OF THE SPOKESPERSON SEPTEMBER 21, 2020 The Trump Administration has made clear that the United States will do whatever it takes to prevent the Islamic Republic of Iran, the world’s leading state sponsor of terrorism and anti-Semitism, from spreading death and mayhem throughout the Middle East and the world. Rather than wait …
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By U.S. Mission Israel | 22 September, 2020 | Topics: Former U.S. Government Leaders, News, Press Releases
FACT SHEET OFFICE OF THE SPOKESPERSON SEPTEMBER 21, 2020 “Our message is very, very simple: the United States will never allow the world’s largest state sponsor of terrorism to freely buy and sell planes, tanks, missiles, and other kinds of conventional weapons. These UN sanctions will continue the arms embargo.” – Secretary Pompeo, August 20, 2020. “When …
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By U.S. Mission Israel | 22 September, 2020 | Topics: Former U.S. Government Leaders, News, Press Releases | Tags: Sanctions
By ShareAmerica Sep 17, 2020 Prospects for Middle East peace are gaining momentum as the United States has brokered an agreement to normalize relations between Israel and the Kingdom of Bahrain. The deal is the second in a month after the United Arab Emirates agreed to normalize ties with Israel in August. President Trump announced …
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By U.S. Mission Israel | 21 September, 2020 | Topics: Events, Former U.S. Government Leaders, News, U.S. & Israel
READOUT OFFICE OF THE SPOKESPERSON SEPTEMBER 16, 2020 he following is attributable to Spokesperson Morgan Ortagus: Secretary of State Michael R. Pompeo met with United Arab Emirates Minister of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation Sheikh Abdullah bin Zayed Al Nahyan today in Washington, D.C. The Secretary commended the Foreign Minister for the monumental accomplishment of …
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By U.S. Mission Israel | 18 September, 2020 | Topics: Events, Former U.S. Government Leaders, News, Press Releases, U.S. & Israel
PRESS STATEMENT MICHAEL R. POMPEO, FORMER SECRETARY OF STATE SEPTEMBER 11, 2020 On the 19th anniversary of 9/11, we usher in a new era of peace. It’s humbling when the course of history changes seemingly overnight. In less than one month, under President Trump’s leadership, we have another historic agreement, this time between Israel and …
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By U.S. Mission Israel | 12 September, 2020 | Topics: Events, Former U.S. Government Leaders, News, Press Releases, U.S. & Israel
Issued on: September 11, 2020 Oval Office 1:02 P.M. EDT THE PRESIDENT: Thank you very much. Just a few moments ago, I hosted a historic call between Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu of Israel and King Hamad Al Khalifa of Bahrain. Both leaders expressed their condolences as well to the American people on this very, very …
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By U.S. Mission Israel | 11 September, 2020 | Topics: Events, Former U.S. Government Leaders, News, Press Releases
PRESS STATEMENT MICHAEL R. POMPEO, FORMER SECRETARY OF STATE SEPTEMBER 4, 2020 The United States commends Serbian President Vucic and Kosovo Prime Minister Hoti on historic agreements they reached at the White House today, spanning a wide range of economic normalization issues. Their courageous and forward-looking leadership not only brings growth and jobs to their …
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By U.S. Mission Israel | 7 September, 2020 | Topics: Former U.S. Government Leaders, News, Press Releases
Israel AUGUST 24, 2020 Secretary Pompeo’s Meeting with UK Foreign Secretary Raab AUGUST 24, 2020 Secretary Pompeo’s Meeting with Israel’s Alternate Prime Minister Gantz and Foreign Minister Ashkenazi AUGUST 24, 2020 Secretary Michael R. Pompeo And Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu After Their Meeting AUGUST 24, 2020 Secretary Pompeo’s Meeting with Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu TRIP PAGE – More PRESS STATEMENT MORGAN ORTAGUS, DEPARTMENT SPOKESPERSON AUGUST 23, 2020 Secretary of State Michael R. Pompeo will travel to Israel, Sudan, Bahrain, and the United Arab Emirates August 23-28. He will meet with Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu in Jerusalem to …
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By U.S. Mission Israel | 23 August, 2020 | Topics: Former U.S. Government Leaders, News, Press Releases, U.S. & Israel
August 21, 2020 The below is attributable to Spokesperson Morgan Ortagus: Secretary of State Michael R. Pompeo met today with Israeli Permanent Representative to the United Nations Gilad Erdan. Secretary Pompeo congratulated Ambassador Erdan on his appointment at the UN and discussed U.S. and Israeli efforts to counter Iran’s malign influence in the region. Secretary …
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By U.S. Mission Israel | 22 August, 2020 | Topics: Former U.S. Government Leaders, News, Press Releases, U.S. & Israel
PRESS STATEMENT MICHAEL R. POMPEO, FORMER SECRETARY OF STATE AUGUST 13, 2020 Today is an historic day and a significant step forward for peace in the Middle East. After vigorous diplomatic outreach, President Trump, along with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and Emirati Crown Prince Mohammed Bin Zayed, announced an agreement to fully normalize relations. …
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By U.S. Mission Israel | 14 August, 2020 | Topics: Former U.S. Government Leaders, News, Press Releases, U.S. & Israel
Former President Donald J. Trump, Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu of Israel, and Sheikh Mohammed Bin Zayed, Crown Prince of Abu Dhabi and Deputy Supreme Commander of the United Arab Emirates spoke today and agreed to the full normalization of relations between Israel and the United Arab Emirates. This historic diplomatic breakthrough will advance peace in …
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By U.S. Mission Israel | 13 August, 2020 | Topics: Events, Former U.S. Government Leaders, News, Press Releases, U.S. & Israel
PRESS STATEMENT MICHAEL R. POMPEO, FORMER SECRETARY OF STATE AUGUST 7, 2020 We mourn the loss of life from the horrible tragedy that caused such tremendous destruction to Beirut earlier this week. We pray for the survivors and their families and for all the Lebanese people as they struggle to put their lives and city …
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By U.S. Mission Israel | 9 August, 2020 | Topics: Former U.S. Government Leaders, News, Press Releases, U.S. & Israel
SPEECH MICHAEL R. POMPEO, FORMER SECRETARY OF STATE PHILADELPHIA, PENNSYLVANIA NATIONAL CONSTITUTION CENTER JULY 16, 2020 AMBASSADOR GLENDON: I am Mary Ann Glendon. I’m chair of the Commission on Unalienable Rights, and on behalf of my fellow commissioners, some of whom are here today, I want to welcome you to this presentation of our report . I …
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By U.S. Mission Israel | 21 July, 2020 | Topics: Events, Former U.S. Government Leaders, News
We are presenting the report in a PDF version only at this time. We will provide a 508-compliant PDF and an HTML version as soon as they are available. View the report → Former Secretary Pompeo, joined by Ivanka Trump and Ambassador John Cotton Richmond, unveiled the 2020 Trafficking in Persons Report and honored TIP Report Heroes on June …
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By U.S. Mission Israel | 28 June, 2020 | Topics: Events, Former U.S. Government Leaders, News, Reports
By U.S. Mission Israel | 13 May, 2020 | Topics: Former U.S. Government Leaders, News, U.S. & Israel
REMARKS MICHAEL R. POMPEO, FORMER SECRETARY OF STATE PRIME MINISTER’S RESIDENCE JERUSALEM MAY 13, 2020 PRIME MINISTER NETANYAHU: Good morning. Mr. Secretary, Mike, welcome once again to Jerusalem. This visit comes a few days after the loss of your late father, Wayne. I want to express the condolences of my family to your family and …
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By U.S. Mission Israel | 13 May, 2020 | Topics: Events, Former U.S. Government Leaders, News, Press Releases, U.S. & Israel
PRESS STATEMENT MORGAN ORTAGUS, DEPARTMENT SPOKESPERSON MAY 8, 2020 Secretary of State Michael R. Pompeo will travel to Israel May 13. He will meet with Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and Speaker of the Knesset Benny Gantz in Jerusalem to discuss U.S. and Israeli efforts to fight the COVID-19 pandemic, as well as regional security issues …
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By U.S. Mission Israel | 9 May, 2020 | Topics: Former U.S. Government Leaders, News, Press Releases, U.S. & Israel
Issued on: April 29, 2020 In 1654, the first Jewish settlers arrived in New Amsterdam, present day New York City, seeking the freedom to practice their faith. In the centuries since, Jewish Americans have contributed in countless ways to our country’s culture and character. From the arts and sciences to business and public service, nearly …
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By U.S. Mission Israel | 4 May, 2020 | Topics: Events, Former U.S. Government Leaders, News, U.S. & Israel | Tags: Jewish American Heritage Month
MICHAEL R. POMPEO, FORMER SECRETARY OF STATE WASHINGTON, D.C. MARCH 2, 2020 SECRETARY POMPEO: Wow, good evening, everyone. (Cheers.) What a crowd. What a crowd. It’s great to be here. It is wonderful to be with you all tonight. I want to say a few thank yous. My thanks to AIPAC board chairman Mort Fridman, …
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By U.S. Mission Israel | 3 March, 2020 | Topics: Events, Former U.S. Government Leaders, Speeches, U.S. & Israel | Tags: AIPAC
U.S. Capitol Washington, D.C. 9:06 P.M. EST THE PRESIDENT: Thank you very much. Thank you. Thank you very much. Madam Speaker, Mr. Vice President, members of Congress, the First Lady of the United States — (applause) — and my fellow citizens: Three years ago, we launched the great American comeback. Tonight, I stand before you …
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By U.S. Mission Israel | 5 February, 2020 | Topics: Events, Former U.S. Government Leaders, News
U.S. Embassy Jerusalem Jerusalem, Israel 8:19 P.M. IST VICE PRESIDENT PENCE: Well, thank you all for being here, and it is my great privilege to be on my second visit to Israel as Vice President of the United States. But to have the honor to welcome Prime Minister Netanyahu to the American Embassy here in …
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By shimongx | 26 January, 2020 | Topics: Events, Former U.S. Ambassadors, Former U.S. Government Leaders, News, U.S. & Israel | Tags: 2020 visit, Former Vice President
Yad Vashem Jerusalem, Israel 3:24 P.M. IST VICE PRESIDENT PENCE: President Rivlin, Prime Minister Netanyahu, Your Majesties, Presidents, Excellencies, honored survivors and distinguished guests: It is deeply humbling for me to stand before you today, on behalf of the American people, as we mark the 75th anniversary of the liberation of Auschwitz. On this occasion, …
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By shimongx | 23 January, 2020 | Topics: Events, Former U.S. Ambassadors, Former U.S. Government Leaders, News, U.S. & Israel | Tags: Vice President of the United States
Remarks by Vice President Pence and Prime Minister Netanyahu of the State of Israel After Bilateral Remarks by Vice President Pence at the Fifth World Holocaust Forum | Jerusalem, Israel Mike Pence, Vice President of the United States, disembarks his airplane after landing in Ben Gurion Airport in Israel, on January 23, 2020. VPOTUS was met by the U.S. Ambassador to Israel, David Friedman. On the Israeli side, he was greeted by Israeli Foreign Minister Israel Katz, the Foreign Ministry Director-General Yuval Rotem and Ambassador …
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By U.S. Mission Israel | 23 January, 2020 | Topics: Events, Former U.S. Ambassadors, Former U.S. Government Leaders, News, U.S. & Israel | Tags: Former Vice President Pence, Visit 2020
THE PRESIDENT: As long as I am President of the United States, Iran will never be allowed to have a nuclear weapon. Good morning. I’m pleased to inform you: The American people should be extremely grateful and happy no Americans were harmed in last night’s attack by the Iranian regime. We suffered no casualties, all …
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By U.S. Mission Israel | 9 January, 2020 | Topics: Events, Former U.S. Government Leaders, News
QUESTION: Joining me now is the Secretary of State, Mike Pompeo. Secretary Pompeo, welcome back to Meet the Press, sir. SECRETARY POMPEO: Good morning, Chuck. It’s good to be with you this morning. QUESTION: Let me start with the shooting – the strike against Soleimani, the killing of him. He’s been a threat to the United States, to …
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By U.S. Mission Israel | 6 January, 2020 | Topics: Former U.S. Government Leaders, News
Melania and I send our warmest greetings to our Jewish brothers and sisters in the United States, in Israel, and around the world celebrating Hanukkah. For eight nights, Jewish families and friends will come together to engage in the lighting of the menorah. This special tradition started more than 2,000 years ago during the rededication …
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By U.S. Mission Israel | 23 December, 2019 | Topics: Events, Former U.S. Government Leaders, U.S. & Israel
Watch what Former President Trump had to say last night at The White House Hanukah reception about the unique relationship between the United States, the Jewish People, and the State of Israel. Remarks by President Trump at a Hanukkah Reception
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By U.S. Mission Israel | 15 December, 2019 | Topics: Events, Former U.S. Government Leaders, News, U.S. & Israel
By U.S. Mission Israel | 9 December, 2019 | Topics: Events, Former U.S. Government Leaders, News, U.S. & Israel
REMARKS MICHAEL R. POMPEO, SECRETARY OF STATE INTERCONTINENTAL LISBON LISBON, PORTUGAL DECEMBER 4, 2019 QUESTION: Mr. Secretary, will the U.S. oppose Israel annexing the Jordan Valley? PRIME MINISTER NETANYAHU: Yes. So I’m delighted again to see Secretary Pompeo. The first subject that I will raise is Iran, the second subject is Iran, and so is the third, …
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By U.S. Mission Israel | 8 December, 2019 | Topics: Events, Former U.S. Government Leaders, News, U.S. & Israel
By ShareAmerica -Nov 29, 2019 The United States and Israel have been economic and political allies for more than 70 years. (© Ruskpp/Shutterstock) The United States and Israel continue to build their economic partnership and expand scientific collaboration. (State Dept./Photo © Amir Cohen/AP Images) More than 80 U.S. and Israeli officials gathered in Washington in October to …
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By U.S. Mission Israel | 29 November, 2019 | Topics: Former U.S. Government Leaders, News, U.S. & Israel
Secretary Pompeo: After carefully studying all sides of the legal debate, this Administration agrees with President Reagan. The establishment of Israeli civilian settlements in the West Bank is not per se inconsistent with international law. The full video of Secretary Pompeo’s remarks to the media today can be viewed here and on YouTube at https://youtu.be/iS_Xe3BcK80?t=1691 . …
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By U.S. Mission Israel | 19 November, 2019 | Topics: Events, Former U.S. Government Leaders, News, U.S. & Israel
U.S. Secretary of State Michael Pompeo and Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu had a productive meeting this morning in Jerusalem. Watch the statements they gave and their tour of the Prime Minister’s Sukkah. מזכיר המדינה של ארה”ב מייקל פומפאו וראש ממשלת ישראל בנימין נתניהו נפגשו הבוקר בירושלים. צפו בהצהרה שנשאו ובסיור שלהם בסוכת מעון ראש …
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By U.S. Mission Israel | 18 October, 2019 | Topics: Former U.S. Government Leaders, News, Speeches, U.S. & Israel
Melania and I wish all Jewish people a blessed Yom Kippur. Known as the “Sabbath of Sabbaths,” Yom Kippur is the holiest of days in the Jewish faith and the culmination of the High Holy Days. Through teshuva, tefilla, and tzedakah, Jews on Yom Kippur reach toward God to reunite and seek spiritual closeness to our Creator. As …
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By U.S. Mission Israel | 10 October, 2019 | Topics: Former U.S. Government Leaders, News, U.S. & Israel
“I am committed to trying to achieve a peace agreement between the Israelis and the Palestinians and I intend to do everything I can to help them achieve that goal.” – President Donald J. Trump PEACE TO PROSPERITY: The Trump Administration is launching a new approach, Peace to Prosperity, which will help build a better …
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By U.S. Mission Israel | 23 June, 2019 | Topics: Former U.S. Government Leaders, News
Former Ambassador David M. Friedman, Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, ministers and officials from the Golan Regional Council take part in an official ceremony naming a community in the Golan Heights after U.S. President Donald Trump, on June 16, 2019.
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By U.S. Mission Israel | 17 June, 2019 | Topics: Events, Former U.S. Ambassadors, Former U.S. Government Leaders, News, U.S. & Israel
Former Ambassador Friedman delivers remarks at event marking anniversary of Embassy move, May 14 2019
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By U.S. Mission Israel | 15 May, 2019 | Topics: Events, Former U.S. Ambassadors, Former U.S. Government Leaders, News, U.S. & Israel
I send my warmest greetings to all Muslims observing the holy month of Ramadan. Ramadan commemorates when the sacred Quran was revealed to Muhammad. At the spotting of the crescent moon, Muslim families and communities will honor this revelation by beginning a month of inward reflection, spiritual renewal, and prayer. During Ramadan, Muslims fast from …
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By U.S. Mission Israel | 6 May, 2019 | Topics: Former U.S. Government Leaders, News
The State of Israel took control of the Golan Heights in 1967 to safeguard its security from external threats. Today, aggressive acts by Iran and terrorist groups, including Hizballah, in southern Syria continue to make the Golan Heights a potential launching ground for attacks on Israel. Any possible future peace agreement in the region must …
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By U.S. Mission Israel | 27 March, 2019 | Topics: Events, Former U.S. Government Leaders, News, U.S. & Israel | Tags: Donald J. Trump, Golan Heights, Netanyahu
From March 19-23, Secretary Pompeo will travel to Beirut, Jerusalem, and Kuwait City. In Beirut, the Secretary will meet with Lebanese leaders to discuss the political, security, economic, and humanitarian challenges facing Lebanon. The Secretary’s visit will underscore U.S. support for the Lebanese people and Lebanon’s legitimate state institutions. In Jerusalem, the Secretary will meet …
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By U.S. Mission Israel | 17 March, 2019 | Topics: Former U.S. Government Leaders, News, Press Releases, U.S. & Israel | Tags: Michael R. Pompeo, Secretary of State
Honored that Elan Carr is joining our team as the U.S. Special Envoy to Monitor and Combat #AntiSemitism. His lifelong commitment to our country and the protection of the Jewish people bolsters the @realDonaldTrump Administration’s unwavering fight against anti-Semitism. Elan S. Carr Special Envoy to Monitor and Combat Anti-Semitism Term of Appointment: 02/05/2019 to present Elan …
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By U.S. Mission Israel | 6 February, 2019 | Topics: Former U.S. Government Leaders, News, Press Releases
On April 27, 1945, a young soldier of the 12th Armored Division of the United States Army wrote these astonishing words to his wife in the United States: “Although I may never talk about what I have witnessed today. I will never forget what I have seen.” Aaron A. Eiferman’s division was moving to a …
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By U.S. Mission Israel | 28 January, 2019 | Topics: Former U.S. Government Leaders, News, Speeches | Tags: Holocaust
By ShareAmerica – Jan 14, 2019 Secretary of State Mike Pompeo, on a week-long visit to nine countries across the Middle East, is reiterating America’s commitment to the region and galvanizing U.S. partners and allies to counter the Iranian regime’s destructive activities. Wide-ranging talks with Saudi leaders Secretary of State Mike Pompeo met with Saudi King …
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By U.S. Mission Israel | 15 January, 2019 | Topics: Former U.S. Government Leaders, News
Melania and I send our warmest greetings to our Jewish brothers and sisters in the United States, in Israel, and around the world celebrating Hanukkah. For eight nights, Jewish families and friends will come together to engage in the lighting of the menorah. This special tradition started more than 2,000 years ago during the rededication …
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By U.S. Mission Israel | 9 December, 2018 | Topics: Events, Former U.S. Government Leaders, News, U.S. & Israel
December 1, 2018 Melania and I join with a grieving Nation to mourn the loss of former President George H.W. Bush, who passed away last night. Through his essential authenticity, disarming wit, and unwavering commitment to faith, family, and country, President Bush inspired generations of his fellow Americans to public service—to be, in his words, …
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By U.S. Mission Israel | 1 December, 2018 | Topics: Former U.S. Government Leaders, News
Press Statement Michael R. Pompeo Former Secretary of State Washington, DC October 18, 2018 I am pleased to announce that following the May 14 opening of the U.S. Embassy to Israel in Jerusalem, we plan to achieve significant efficiencies and increase our effectiveness by merging U.S. Embassy Jerusalem and U.S. Consulate General Jerusalem into a …
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By U.S. Mission Israel | 19 October, 2018 | Topics: Former U.S. Government Leaders, News, Press Releases, U.S. & Israel
October 10, 2018 Grand Hyatt Hotel Washington, D.C. SECRETARY POMPEO: Tom, thank you for the kind introduction. Catherine, it’s great to see you. Catherine Herridge is my favorite reporter, but you should know that’s a low bar. (Laughter.) I — MS HERRIDGE: You were my favorite congressman. (Laughter.) FORMER SECRETARY POMPEO: I – (laughter). Fair …
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By U.S. Mission Israel | 11 October, 2018 | Topics: Events, Former U.S. Government Leaders, News, U.S. & Israel
Trafficking in Persons Reports – 2018 – translations ( Hebrew and Arabic ) “This year’s report focuses on effective ways local communities can address human trafficking proactively and on how national governments can support and empower them. Local communities are the most affected by this abhorrent crime and are also the first line of defense against human trafficking. By engaging and training law enforcement, religious …
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By U.S. Mission Israel | 29 July, 2018 | Topics: Former U.S. Government Leaders, News, Official Reports | Tags: Michael R. Pompeo
June 15, 2018 Melania and I wish Muslims across the United States and around the world a blessed Eid al-Fitr. Eid marks the end of a month of reflection and a return to daily life with a renewed sense of joy and love for our fellow man. It is a time to practice forgiveness and …
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By U.S. Mission Israel | 17 June, 2018 | Topics: Events, Former U.S. Government Leaders, News, Speeches | Tags: Donald J. Trump
Apr 14, 2018 The devastating images that emerged from Douma, Syria, on April 7 reveal the unique and gruesome danger that chemical weapons pose to the world. Syrian President Bashar al-Assad’s latest attack on innocent civilians violated his regime’s obligations under international law, the Chemical Weapons Convention, and several United Nations Security Council Resolutions, including …
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By U.S. Mission Israel | 15 April, 2018 | Topics: Former U.S. Government Leaders, News | Tags: Donald J. Trump
Interview Rex W. Tillerson Secretary of State Washington, DC February 18, 2018 MS BRENNAN: Rex Tillerson admits he was an unconventional choice for Secretary of State. He had no prior government experience. But as CEO of ExxonMobil, he had crisscrossed the globe striking deals with foreign leaders. Secretary Tillerson, a man who still considers himself a …
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By U.S. Mission Israel | 20 February, 2018 | Topics: Former U.S. Government Leaders | Tags: Rex Tillerson
By ShareAmerica – Jan 26, 2018 Millions of people around the world are expected to tune in to catch President Trump’s State of the Union address on January 30. The speech to a joint session of Congress is an opportunity for the president to review the past year’s accomplishments and preview his agenda for the coming …
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By U.S. Mission Israel | 31 January, 2018 | Topics: Events, Former U.S. Government Leaders, News, Speeches | Tags: Donald J. Trump
America’s political leaders from across the spectrum have been unified in supporting Jerusalem as Israel’s capital for many years. Now its official!
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By U.S. Mission Israel | 11 December, 2017 | Topics: Events, Former U.S. Government Leaders, News, U.S. & Israel | Tags: Donald J. Trump
East Room 7:45 P.M. EST THE PRESIDENT: Well, I know for a fact there are a lot of happy people in this room. (Applause.) Jerusalem. Thank you. And Melania and I are thrilled to welcome you and so many wonderful friends to the White House. We wish you a very happy Hanukkah, and I think …
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By U.S. Mission Israel | 8 December, 2017 | Topics: Events, Former U.S. Government Leaders, News | Tags: Donald J. Trump
Diplomatic Reception Room 1:07 P.M. EST THE PRESIDENT: Thank you. When I came into office, I promised to look at the world’s challenges with open eyes and very fresh thinking. We cannot solve our problems by making the same failed assumptions and repeating the same failed strategies of the past. Old challenges demand new approaches. …
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By U.S. Mission Israel | 6 December, 2017 | Topics: Former U.S. Government Leaders, News, Speeches, U.S. & Israel | Tags: Donald J. Trump
By Mary Jane Maxwell Nov 21, 2017 In accordance with a lighthearted U.S. presidential tradition , this lucky turkey received a “pardon” from President Trump and will escape being the main course of an American Thanksgiving meal. “I’m pleased to report that, unlike millions of other turkeys at this time of the year, Drumstick has a very, very bright future …
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By U.S. Mission Israel | 24 November, 2017 | Topics: Events, Former U.S. Government Leaders | Tags: Donald J. Trump
Former President Donald Trump speaks on Iran policy from the Diplomatic Reception Room of the White House, October 13, 2017, in Washington, DC. By DipNote Bloggers on October 13, 2017 On October 13, President Donald J. Trump announced a new strategy on Iran and outlined a number of steps the United States is taking to confront the Iranian regime’s …
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By U.S. Mission Israel | 15 October, 2017 | Topics: Former U.S. Government Leaders, News, Policy, Speeches | Tags: Donald J. Trump
President Donald J. Trump wished all Muslims “a joyful Ramadan” upon the start of the Muslim holy month. “During this month of fasting from dawn to dusk, many Muslims in America and around the world will find meaning and inspiration in acts of charity and meditation that strengthen our communities,” President Trump said in a May 26 statement . “At its core, the …
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By U.S. Mission Israel | 28 May, 2017 | Topics: Former U.S. Government Leaders, News | Tags: Donald J. Trump, Ramadan message
PRAYER FOR PEACE, MEMORIAL DAY, 2017 – – – – – – – BY THE PRESIDENT OF THE UNITED STATES OF AMERICA A PROCLAMATION Memorial Day is our Nation’s solemn reminder that freedom is never free. It is a moment of collective reflection on the noble sacrifices of those who gave the last measure of …
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By U.S. Mission Israel | 27 May, 2017 | Topics: Education, Former U.S. Government Leaders, News | Tags: 2017, Donald J. Trump, May 29, Memorial Day
By DipNote Bloggers on April 28, 2017 When Former President Donald J. Trump addressed a joint session of Congress in February, he shared a vision for U.S. global leadership affirming that “our foreign policy calls for a direct, robust, and meaningful engagement with the world. It is American leadership based on vital security interests that we share with …
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By U.S. Mission Israel | 30 April, 2017 | Topics: Former U.S. Government Leaders, News | Tags: Donald J. Trump, Rex Tillerson
U.S. Secretary of State Rex Tillerson shakes hands with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu before their working dinner at the U.S. Department of State in Washington, D.C., on February 14, 2017. [State Department photo/ Public Domain]
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By U.S. Mission Israel | 15 February, 2017 | Topics: Former U.S. Government Leaders, News, U.S. & Israel | Tags: Rex Tillerson
Michael R. Pence is the 48th and current Vice President of the United States. Michael R. Pence was born in Columbus, Indiana, on June 7, 1959, one of six children born to Edward and Nancy Pence. As a young boy he had a front row seat to the American Dream. After his grandfather immigrated to …
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By U.S. Mission Israel | 21 January, 2017 | Topics: Education, Former U.S. Government Leaders, News