Middle East

U.S. To Reopen Diplomatic Facility, Work To Improve Palestinian Ties

The Biden administration wants to build on the current cease-fire between Israel and Hamas.

U.S. To Reopen Diplomatic Facility, Work To Improve Palestinian Ties
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The U.S. is planning to restore pre-Trump-era ties with the Palestinians.

Secretary of State Antony Blinken said Tuesday the U.S. will reopen its Consulate General office in Jerusalem that served a key role in diplomatic relations with the Palestinians. 

The Biden administration wants to build on the current cease-fire between Israel and Hamas. Blinken says both Israelis and Palestinians have a right to live in peace in their own states.