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U.S. envoy Tom Barrack walked back and clarified his comments regarding Israel's occupation of the Golan Heights, stating his remarks were taken out of context and did not contradict President Trump's position. Barrack also clarified earlier statements he made concerning Iran and Hezbollah.
US envoy Tom Barrack's credibility as a potential mediator in Israel-Syria security talks is being tested following his apparent support for the Turkish-Syrian account over Israel's, which may have undermined his standing in Jerusalem.
Israel's Defense Minister, Israel Katz, criticized the US special envoy to Syria, Tom Barrack, for disapproving of an Israeli strike, calling the US criticisms 'full of inaccuracies'.
US envoy Tom Barrack met with Iraq’s leadership in Baghdad to discuss security, militias, and economic cooperation, as Washington seeks a new direction in bilateral relations.
Donald Trump's plans for a 250th US anniversary celebration, including a 'Freedom 250' concert, are facing significant challenges as artists withdraw and the project's funding and purpose draw criticism from figures like Mike Pence. Trump has suggested a MAGA rally as an alternative and has also been involved in other controversies, including a judge blocking his ballroom and a typo on Trump-branded merchandise.
Recent statements by US Ambassador to Turkey, Tom Barrack, regarding Turkey's potential return to the F-35 program, Hezbollah, and Israel, have sparked intense debate and activity in the US Congress.
U.S. Ambassador to Turkey and Syria envoy Tom Barrack defends controversial remarks on Hezbollah, Turkey’s F-35 access and Middle East governance as pragmatic realism, not policy shifts.
U.S. Ambassador to Türkiye Tom Barrack stated on Friday that he anticipates Washington and Ankara will soon resolve the issue of sanctions imposed on Türkiye over its purchase of Russian S-400 missile defense systems.
Iraqi Prime Minister candidate Nouri al-Maliki met with American diplomat Tom Barrack after refusing to withdraw his nomination, despite a US threat.
Tom Barrack told Asharq that his previous statements regarding the Golan Heights and Lebanon were taken out of context.
Iran executed a man accused of aiding the US and Israel in anti-government protests and warned neighboring countries against joining US economic sanctions. Iranian officials stated that any country aligning with US economic pressure would be considered an enemy.
US Ambassador to Ankara Tom Barrack described the Middle East's geopolitical challenges as exceptionally difficult, emphasizing Türkiye's strategic role in a region he noted 'even the prophets couldn’t solve'.
Syrian Foreign Minister Asaad Hassan al-Shaibani met with the U.S. Special Presidential Envoy for Syria and Iraq, Tom Barrack, in Istanbul to discuss bilateral relations.
Tom Barrack has been named the US special presidential envoy for Iraq and Syria, taking on a key diplomatic role in the Middle East.
Tesla reported profits that exceeded forecasts, signaling a rebound in EV demand, while Elon Musk announced significant future spending plans for AI, robotaxis, and a partnership with Intel for its 14A chip technology in the Terafab project. This strategic shift comes as the company transitions towards advanced autonomous driving and manufacturing.
The Wall Street Journal published an opinion piece asserting that Tom Barrack maintains his own distinct Middle East policy. The article likely discusses his influence or approach to the region.
The US Ambassador to Ankara, Tom Barrack, made a notable remark about Greek-Turkish relations at the Antalya Diplomacy Forum, humorously avoiding delving into the core differences to ensure he could return to Mykonos.
The tariff dispute between the United States and Canada is escalating, with Canada demonstrating a firm stance against US trade policies. This comes as global economic factors, including crude prices and the rupee's performance against the dollar, are under scrutiny.
An Israeli drone strike on a civilian vehicle southwest of Damascus, near the Golan Heights, resulted in one injury. US official Tom Barrack has criticized Israel for failing to give adequate warning before strikes on a Syrian base, a claim Tel Aviv denies, adding a diplomatic layer to the ongoing tensions.
Turkish Culture and Tourism Minister Mehmet Nuri Ersoy and U.S. Ambassador to Türkiye Tom Barrack have held discussions focused on expanding bilateral tourism, protecting cultural heritage, and strengthening cooperation between the two nations.
President Trump has appointed Tom Barrack as a Special Envoy for Iraq and Syria, consolidating his Middle East policy. This move aims to address the complex regional dynamics, particularly concerning Turkey, Syria, Iraq, and the Kurds.
Trump Adds Iraq to Special Envoy Tom Barrack’s Role in Syria Bloomberg.com
What the US ambassador to Turkey said about Israel, Hezbollah, Lebanon, and Washington’s “realistic approach” in the Middle East The post Tom Barrack strikes again: Calls F-35 deadlock “irrational,”…
US Envoy Tom Barrack has downplayed escalating tensions between Turkey and Israel, which some fear could lead to Turkey becoming 'the next Iran' for Israel, advocating instead for regional cooperation.
Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan hosted the U.S. Ambassador to Türkiye and Special Envoy for Syria Tom Barrack on Monday, following Barrack's critical visit to Syria. The ministry did not comment on the specifics of their discussion.