Josh Earnest
White House spokesperson
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View Timeline →Kamali: Building Nuclear Propulsion Systems in Iran May Not Be Economically Viable
Behrouz Kamalvandi stated that Iran's uranium enrichment and plans for nuclear propulsion systems may lack economic justification. President Hassan Rouhani has ordered the Atomic Energy…
Iran Sanctions Extension Bill Becomes Law Without Obama's Signature
The U.S. Congress has extended sanctions against Iran for another 10 years without President Obama's signature, which automatically made the bill law. This move has…
White House: Iran's Decision to Produce Nuclear Fuel for Ships Does Not Violate JCPOA
The White House stated that Iran's decision to develop nuclear fuel for maritime use does not breach the JCPOA. President Rouhani has directed officials to…
White House: After Senate Approval, Obama Will Decide on Signing the 'Iran Sanctions Act'
The White House indicated that President Obama will decide whether to sign the extension of the Iran Sanctions Act after the Senate votes on it.…
The United States Will Provide an Additional $364 Million in Aid to Syrian Civilians
The U.S. is providing an additional $364 million in aid to Syrian civilians, bringing total assistance to nearly $6 billion. This comes amid escalating violence…
U.S. House of Representatives Approves Bill Allowing 9/11 Victims' Families to Sue Saudi Arabia
The U.S. House of Representatives has passed a bill allowing families of 9/11 victims to sue Saudi Arabia, despite warnings from the Obama administration about…
The U.S. Government Rejects 'Secret Exemptions' for Iran's Nuclear Deal
The U.S. government has denied reports of granting secret exemptions to Iran for its nuclear deal, asserting that Iran remains compliant with its commitments. This…
Show of Force by IRGC Boats in the Persian Gulf
In recent confrontations in the Persian Gulf, IRGC boats approached U.S. Navy ships multiple times, leading to warnings and near conflict. U.S. officials criticized these…
Washington Confirms Payment of Interest on Suspended Arms Contract to Iran
The U.S. has confirmed a payment of $1.3 billion in interest to Iran from a delayed arms contract, alongside a $400 million payment related to…
Obama: Payment of $400 million to Iran was previously stated and not confidential
Barack Obama defended the $400 million payment to Iran, stating it was not a ransom for hostages but a fulfillment of a legal obligation following…
Trump Accuses Obama of 'Financing Iranian Terrorism'
Donald Trump has accused Barack Obama of financing Iranian terrorism by facilitating a $400 million cash payment to Iran. This accusation comes amid ongoing Republican…
Syria's Al-Nusra Front Changes Name After Announcing Break from Al-Qaeda
Abu Muhammad al-Julani announced the Al-Nusra Front's separation from Al-Qaeda and rebranding as 'Jabhat Fath al-Sham.' The U.S. remains skeptical, viewing the change as potentially…
Suicide Attacks at Istanbul Airport Leave Dozens Dead and Injured
On July 8, suicide attacks at Istanbul's Ataturk Airport resulted in 36 deaths and 147 injuries, with the Islamic State being blamed. The attacks prompted…
White House: The U.S. is Seeking to Verify Iran's Missile Test
The U.S. is investigating claims of a recent Iranian missile test following conflicting statements from Iranian officials. The situation raises concerns about regional stability and…
Airstrike on Syrian Refugee Camp Leaves at Least 28 Victims
An airstrike on a Syrian refugee camp has resulted in at least 28 deaths, primarily affecting women and children. The U.S. condemned the attack, highlighting…
US Reaction to Saudi Arabia; Disrupting Global Economic Stability is Not in Riyadh's Interest
The White House responded to Saudi Arabia's warning about economic repercussions if Congress passes a bill linking Riyadh to the September 11 attacks. Josh Earnest…
Zarif: The JCPOA Does Not Include American Banks
Iran's Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif stated that the JCPOA does not include access to American banks, emphasizing the need for the U.S. to not…
White House: We have not committed to allowing Iran access to the U.S. financial system under the JCPOA
The White House clarified that the nuclear agreement with Iran does not grant Tehran access to the U.S. financial system, countering claims made by Iran's…
U.S. Navy Reports Seizure of Arms Shipment from Iran
The U.S. Navy has seized a vessel carrying weapons from Iran, likely intended for Houthi militants in Yemen. This incident underscores ongoing tensions regarding Iran's…
White House: Obama Issues Executive Order to Intensify Sanctions on North Korea
The U.S. has intensified sanctions against North Korea in response to its recent nuclear and missile tests. This move, announced by President Obama, aims to…