Jen Psaki: Blinken’s consequential diplomatic tightrope

His latest trip could have a dramatic impact on the Middle East. [VIEW IN BROWSER]( MSNBC DAILY Understand today's news with Jen Psaki [VIEW IN BROWSER]( MSNBC DAILY Understand today's news with Jen Psaki Saturday, October 14, 2023 [Blinken’s diplomatic tightrope walk]( [Alternate text] [By Jen Psaki]( On a powerful trip to Israel, Secretary Antony Blinken reiterated U.S. support in the face of the worst terrorist attack on that country in 50 years. But there is still a long road ahead that includes sensitive and incredibly important conversations with other leaders in the region. This trip could have a dramatic impact on what the next few months and even years look like in the Middle East. Every crisis and every conflict is different. I worked at the State Department during President Barack Obama’s second term; we faced a conflict in Israel, the rise of ISIS in Syria, millions of displaced refugees and online propaganda videos of American hostages being beheaded. So I know from experience that the conversations happening behind closed doors are often more consequential than what we see in public. [Read more exclusive insights from Jen Psaki here.](//link.msnbc.com/click/33028326.103446/aHR0cHM6Ly93d3cubXNuYmMuY29tL2luc2lkZS13aXRoLWplbi1wc2FraS9oaWxsYXJ5LWNsaW50b24tamVuLXBzYWtpLWludGVydmlldy1yY25hMTExNDU1P2NpZD1lbWxfbWRhXzIwMjMxMDE0JnVzZXJfZW1haWw9ZDdkYzc0NTE3Mjk3YjM5NzFhYTE0ZDZmMzMxMTM1YTA4NzhmOGY2NDBmYTFhMTAxOWYxNTdiNjVjMWI1ZGQxZA/58292da26e4adc7b0b8b4914B0c72f71cAnd tune into “Inside with Jen Psaki” Mondays at 8 p.m. ET, and Sundays at 12 p.m. ET on MSNBC.     TOP STORIES [Alternate text] [Trump]( [JORDAN RUBIN]( [Trump’s 2024 eligibility moves toward trial as judge rejects his motion]( We’re closer to finding out Trump’s eligibility for the 2024 election. A trial is set for Oct. 30 in Colorado, with other cases in the works. [Read more.]( [Rep. Jim Jordan]( [STEVE BENEN]( Two days after Jim Jordan’s defeat, GOP nominates him for speaker]( On Wednesday afternoon, Jim Jordan fell short in the GOP's race for House speaker-designate. Roughly 48 hours, the far-right Ohioan prevailed. [Read more.]( [Split photo of Elise Stefanik and George Santos]( [HAYES BROWN]( [George Santos could be the real winner of the House Speaker chaos]( George Santos will likely stay in Congress — and he owes a big thanks to GOP Congresswoman Elise Stefanik for it. [Read more.]( [A photo of Rep. Colin Allred]( [REP. COLIN ALLRED]( [As the Israel-Hamas war rages, extremist Republicans handcuff the U.S.]( It is not too soon to look at ways we can secure lasting peace and use this tragedy as a catalyst for change. [Read more.]( TOP VIDEOS [Alternate text] MSNBC]( [IDF allows 6-hour safe passage on two Gazan routes for civilians fleeing south]( [ALL IN]( [‘Dangerous prospect’: Dem rep rips GOP speaker nom Jordan as 'election denier']( [KATY TUR]( [70 killed after Israeli strikes hit three convoys of evacuees trying to leave northern Gaza]( [THE BEAT WITH ARI]( [‘Top Secret’ Hamas documents show terrorists intentionally targeted elementary schools]( [MORE FROM MSNBC]( [Alternate text] A new episode of “How to Win 2024” is now available. Claire McCaskill and Jennifer Palmieri discuss how the Israel-Hamas war is already shaking up the 2024 race, with President Biden projecting a strong image on the world stage while former President Trump faces major backlash for praising Hezbollah. Plus, Steve Kornacki is back to tell us which party should be more worried about RFK Jr.’s third-party run. [Listen now.](   Legal news is dominating the headlines, and former prosecutor Jordan Rubin is tackling these crucial issues with the return of the “Deadline: Legal” Newsletter. An extension of “Deadline: White House with Nicolle Wallace,” you can expect insights when major updates hit, along with news and analysis from MSNBC legal experts, in your inbox throughout the Supreme Court term. [Sign up now.](   MSNBC INSIGHTS [Alternate text] Have you ever wanted to provide MSNBC with your opinion about their TV programs, documentaries, and digital products, such as MSNBC.com, newsletters, and podcasts? Now is your chance! [Join the MSNBC Insights Community.]( [Image] [Image] 30 Rockefeller Plaza New York, NY 10112 [PRIVACY]( | [CONTACT]( | [UNSUBSCRIBE](listvar=sub_daily) [PRIVACY]( | [CONTACT]( | [UNSUBSCRIBE](listvar=sub_daily)