May 10, 2013

WASHINGTON [MENL] -- The United States, despite its claim of Arab
concessions, has quietly assessed that the prospect of an Arab League peace
effort with Israel was unlikely.

Apr 03, 2013

WASHINGTON [MENL] -- The United States has been using the Sunni revolt in
Syria as a lever in nuclear talks with Iran.

Jan 30, 2013

WASHINGTON [MENL] -- President Barack Obama has sent what was termed a tough
message to Israel that demanded progress toward a Palestinian state as well
as restraint toward Syria.

Jan 27, 2013

WASHINGTON [MENL] -- The United States failed to exert influence in Israeli
parliamentary elections.