US report on Israel is damning but cautiously equivocal - here are the key passages
Saturday, 11 May 2024 () Israel has probably broken international law - that's the conclusion of a US State Department report that is both damning yet cautiously equivocal too.
As Israel increases its attacks in Lebanon, Iran's acting foreign minister, Ali Bagheri Kani, has arrived in Lebanon for his first official diplomatic visit since his predecessor's death in a helicopter crash last month. This visit comes at a crucial time as the conflict between Israel and Hezbollah, a Lebanese Shiite terror group and ally of Iran, intensifies along the Lebanese-Israeli border.
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In a surprising turn of events, the United States disclosed that Iran sought its assistance following the helicopter crash that tragically killed President Ebrahim Raisi over the weekend. While offering condolences, Washington stated that it was unable to accommodate the Iranian request due to logistical challenges. This rare appeal from Iran, which typically regards America and Israel as adversaries, was revealed by the US State Department during a news briefing. Responding to queries about potential blame from Tehran, US Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin firmly denied any US involvement in the crash.
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Iranian President Ebrahim Raisi perished in a helicopter crash in Jolfa, attributed to dense fog and harsh weather conditions. Despite international efforts, including assistance from the European Union, no survivors were found. US State Department Spokesperson Matthew Miller expressed condolences but maintained the US's unchanged stance towards Iran, citing Raisi's contentious legacy. Iran sought US aid in the search, but logistical constraints prevented assistance.
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The United States has cautioned any country engaging in business dealings with Iran about the potential risks of sanctions, following reports of Iran and India signing a deal concerning the Chabahar port. State Department Deputy Spokesperson Vedant Patel emphasized that while the US is aware of the agreement, it maintains its stance on sanctions against Iran. Patel urged entities considering business deals with Iran to be mindful of the associated risks.
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US State Department warns businesses of potential sanctions risks regarding deals with Iran following Iran's engagement with Pakistan. Recent US sanctions target entities aiding Pakistan's ballistic missile program, including Chinese companies. The Pentagon reaffirms positive relations with Pakistan, emphasizing its importance as a regional security partner.
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US Vetoes Resolution , to Grant Palestine , Full UN Membership.
On April 18, the United States vetoed a United Nations
resolution that would have allowed Palestine
to become a full United Nations member. .
Associated Press reports that the
widely-supported resolution was backed
by 12 of 15 Security Council members. .
The United Kingdom and Switzerland
both abstained from the vote,
while the U.S. opposed the measure.
AP reports that Palestine's broad support reflects the
growing international concern for Palestinians facing
a humanitarian crisis amid the ongoing war in Gaza.
AP reports that Palestine's broad support reflects the
growing international concern for Palestinians facing
a humanitarian crisis amid the ongoing war in Gaza.
The resolution would have made Palestine
the 194th member of the United Nations. .
Deputy Ambassador Robert Wood stressed to the
Security Council that the U.S. veto of the resolution... .
... βdoes not reflect opposition to Palestinian statehood
but instead is an acknowledgment that it will only
come from direct negotiations between the parties.β.
Similarly, deputy State Department
spokesman Vedant Patel said that the U.S. has...
... βbeen very clear consistently that premature actions
in New York β even with the best intentions β will
not achieve statehood for the Palestinian people.β.
In response to the failed vote, Palestinian U.N.
Ambassador Riyad Mansour told the council that
the decision would not deter the Palestinian people.
The fact that this resolution did not
pass will not break our will and it
will not defeat our determination, Riyad Mansour, Palestinian U.N. Ambassador, via Associated Press.
We will not stop in our effort.
The state of Palestine is inevitable.
It is real. Perhaps they see it as
far away, but we see it as near, Riyad Mansour, Palestinian U.N. Ambassador, via Associated Press
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