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Israel's Netanyahu Says He Is 'Determined To Speak Before Congress'

12:40pm March 03, 2015

by Krishnadev Calamur

The Israeli prime minister said his country has a "profound disagreement" with the White House on nuclear talks with Iran, and it is his duty to speak up on an issue that affects Israel's survival.

White House Will Seek Stay Of Judge's Ruling Against Immigration Action

3:40pm February 20, 2015

by Eyder Peralta

The White House will ask a higher court to allow President Obama's executive actions to take effect, while the case is in court. A federal judge in Texas ruled Obama overstepped his authority.

President Obama speaks to an audience of international leaders and religious figures Thursday at the White House Summit on Countering Violent Extremism, at the State Department.

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Obama Calls Idea That The West Is At War With Islam 'An Ugly Lie'

4:17pm February 19, 2015

by Bill Chappell

The president told a summit on violent extremism that it's crucial to change the narrative about the intersection of religion, particularly Islam, and modern society.

Obama: We Must Change The Narrative On Islam To Combat Violent Extremists

5:23pm February 18, 2015

by Eyder Peralta

In a keynote address, Obama said that the stories of successful Muslims in America must be raised to combat what he called a "generational challenge."

President Obama and German Chancellor Angela Merkel hold a joint news conference at the White House on Monday.

'Lethal Defensive Weapons' One Option In Ukraine, Obama Says

2:08pm February 09, 2015

by Krishnadev Calamur

The president said the option was one of many he was considering if diplomacy fails. Germany's chancellor, who held a joint news conference with the president, backs diplomacy to end the crisis.

Ukrainian President Petro Poroshenko, left, German Chancellor Angela Merkel and U.S. Vice President Joe Biden, background right, arrive for a meeting in Munich, Germany on Saturday.

Merkel Hopes To Dissuade Obama From Arming Ukraine

3:40pm February 07, 2015

by Scott Neuman

The German chancellor and her French counterpart, Francois Hollande, want to keep Washington from arming the rebels as part of a peace deal they are trying to forge.

President Obama and former President George W. Bush in Dar Es Salaam, Tanzania, in 2013.

Polarization Vortex: Obama, Bush Approval Shows Widest Partisan Gap

5:24pm February 06, 2015

by Scott Neuman

The ratings for the two most recent presidents had the biggest split between Republicans and Democrats.

President Obama bows his head towards the Dalai Lama as he was recognized during the National Prayer Breakfast in Washington, on Thursday.

Obama Condemns 'Horrific Acts' In The Name Of Religion

4:56pm February 05, 2015

by Scott Neuman

The president said that God never justifies the killing of innocent people. He also referred to the Dalai Lama, who attended the National Prayer Breakfast for the first time, as his "good friend."

President Obama meets Saudi King Salman bin Abdul Aziz in Riyadh on Tuesday.

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Obama Meets New Saudi King, Balancing Human Rights, U.S. Interests

2:39pm January 27, 2015

by Krishnadev Calamur

The president cut short his visit to India to travel to Saudi Arabia. There, he met King Salman, who ascended to the throne last week following the death of his half-brother, Abdullah.

Obama, Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi (right) and Indian President Pranab Mukherjee attend a reception at Rashtrapati Bhawan, the Presidential Palace, in New Delhi on Monday.

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Obama Attends India's Republic Day Celebrations

3:58pm January 26, 2015

by Krishnadev Calamur

The president became the first U.S. head of state to attend a parade to mark the day India adopted its constitution.