US Secretary of State, Anthony Blinken, said that he spoke with Israeli Foreign Minister, Gabi Ashkenazi, regarding the recent situation in Israel, including the firing of rockets from the Gaza Strip. He further stated that Israel has the right to defend itself, noting that he had spoken with Palestinian Authority President, Mahmoud Abbas, and demanded an end to the firing of rockets from the Gaza Strip on Israel. Blinken added, “Palestinians and Israelis deserve equal measures of freedom, dignity, security and prosperity.” For further details, click here