Morgan Ortagus
Former U.S. State Department spokesperson
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View Timeline →Who is Anton Sahnaoui, the Lebanese banker, and why did his presence alongside Netanyahu cause controversy?
The article discusses a controversial photo featuring Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu with Lebanese banker Anton Sahnaoui and other political figures. This incident has raised…
Morgan Ortagus Explains Trump's Economic Sanctions Against Iran
Morgan Ortagus discusses the economic strategies implemented by the Trump administration to exert pressure on Iran. The focus is on the sanctions and their impact…
Morgan Ortagus Warns Trump Against Iran's Stalling Tactics in Nuclear Talks
Former Trump envoy Morgan Ortagus warns that Iran is using stalled nuclear talks to gain time while Trump pauses military actions and extends a diplomatic…
US Representative to the Islamic Republic: Accept Trump's Diplomatic Hand and Stay Away from Fire
Morgan Ortagus addressed the UN Security Council following remarks from an Iranian representative about Iran's nuclear program. The US is emphasizing the need to reinstate…
The U.S. at the Security Council Meeting: No Uranium Enrichment Inside Iran is Acceptable
The UN Security Council meeting focused on Iran's nuclear program, resulting in a confrontation between U.S. and Iranian representatives. Morgan Ortagus reiterated the U.S. stance…
UN Rapporteur Calls for Halt to Execution of Kurdish Political Prisoner in Iran
The UN Special Rapporteur on Iran, Mai Sato, has raised concerns over the imminent execution of Kurdish political prisoner Pakhshan Azizi after her request for…
‘Pull your hand out of the fire and take Trump’s diplomatic hand’; US Representative warns the Islamic Republic
The US has reiterated its willingness to negotiate with Iran, contingent on Tehran halting uranium enrichment and engaging in direct dialogue. Morgan Ortagus emphasized that…
USA: We Brought Israel and Lebanon to the Negotiation Table
The U.S. has facilitated negotiations between Lebanon and Israel to address key issues, including the release of prisoners and disputed territories. This development follows ongoing…
Silence of Israel and the US Regarding Lebanon's Decision to Suspend Flights from Iran
Israel and the US have not commented on Hezbollah's claims that they threatened Lebanon to prevent Iranian flights carrying cash for the group. Lebanon has…
Formation of a New Government in Lebanon; Hezbollah Excluded
A new Lebanese government has been formed without Hezbollah's participation, following U.S. and French efforts to stabilize the country. The U.S. has set a 'red…
The U.S. Declares Hezbollah's Presence in Lebanon's Future Government a 'Red Line'
Morgan Ortagus, the U.S. Special Envoy for Middle East Affairs, declared Hezbollah's presence in Lebanon's future government a 'red line' during her visit to the…
The U.S. Sets a 'Red Line' for Hezbollah: We Are Not Afraid of Them
The U.S. has established a 'red line' stating that Hezbollah should not be part of the new Lebanese government, as expressed by Deputy Envoy Morgan…
U.S. Delegation's Visit to Lebanon: Hezbollah's Influence in the New Government Will Not Be Tolerated
A U.S. delegation is visiting Lebanon to assert that Hezbollah's influence in the new government will not be tolerated. The U.S. is pushing for reforms…
Speculations About the Possible Appointment of Steve Wittecuff as 'Iran File Responsible'
Speculation is rising that Steve Wittecuff may be appointed to lead U.S. diplomatic efforts regarding Iran, as President Trump indicates he values Wittecuff's negotiation skills.…
Helicopter Crash of the President of the Islamic Republic; Joy of Opposition Amidst the Grief of Supporters of the Regime
The helicopter carrying Iranian President Ibrahim Raisi and Foreign Minister Hossein Amir-Abdollahian crashed, leading to a division among Iranians, with opposition supporters celebrating while regime…