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The Bureau of Near Eastern Affairs (NEA), headed by Assistant Secretary Jeffrey Feltman, deals with U.S. foreign policy and U.S. diplomatic relations with Algeria, Bahrain, Egypt, Iran, Iraq, Israel, Jordan, Kuwait, Lebanon, Libya, Morocco, Oman, Palestinian Territories, Qatar, Saudi Arabia, Syria, Tunisia, United Arab Emirates, and Yemen. Regional policy issues that NEA handles include Iraq, Middle East peace, terrorism and weapons of mass destruction, and political and economic reform. -Clickable Map
United Nations Security Council Session on the Situation in Syria
Secretary Clinton (Jan. 31): "The U.S. stands ready to work with every member in this chamber to pass a resolution that supports the Arab League’s efforts." Full Text» More»
U.S.-Algerian Relations
Secretary Clinton (Jan. 12): "We thanked Algeria for the support it has given to Tunisia and Libya. We encouraged greater cooperation with Morocco and an active role in the UN-led negotiations to resolve the conflict in Western Sahara." Full Text»
U.S.-Qatar Partnership
Secretary Clinton (Jan. 11): "[2011] was an extraordinary time, and during it, our partnership evolved to address new challenges and take advantage of new opportunities, including the unprecedented joint operations with NATO over the skies of Libya." Full Text»
