Personal attacks in Israel directed at Sec Kerry totally unfounded and unacceptable.
- Susan Rice (@AmbassadorRice) February 4, 2014
John Kerry's record of support for Israel's security and prosperity rock solid.Kerry has been criticized by Israeli leaders over recent remarks in Munich suggesting Israel could face international boycotts if it failed to reach peace with the Palestinians.
- Susan Rice (@AmbassadorRice) February 4, 2014
POTUS and Sec Kerry remain committed to negotiations that can secure Israeli and Palestinian futures.
- Susan Rice (@AmbassadorRice) February 4, 2014
U.S. Govt has been clear and consistent that we reject efforts to boycott or delegitimize Israel
- Susan Rice (@AmbassadorRice) February 4, 2014
Many Israelis consider threats of boycotts antisemitic, since they are addressed only at the Jewish state. None accused Kerry directly of antisemitism, though that seems to be how the White House interpreted the criticism.
Comment: The cry of 'antisemitism' whenever the warmongering nation of Israel is questioned is really starting getting old, and people around the world are becoming very tired of it.
Kerry's recent gaffes have also earned him harsh criticism from Palestinians, including a threat to take him to the UN's International Criminal Court over a perceived threat to kill Palestinian President Mahmoud Abbas.
However, Rice's tweets were directed only at Israel.
Comment: These tweets can hardly be construed as a "blast". In fact, they read more like an apology; a reminder of the United States' unwavering support of Israel.