Officials say the solid-fuel rocket could reach Israel, southeastern Europe and American bases in the Middle East.

VOA: special.2009.05.23

While the U.S.has not joined international calls to condemn Israel, American diplomats are talking with partners in the region and Europe to ease the humanitarian crisis in Gaza.

VOA: standard.2010.06.10

As part of the Department's American Music Abroad Program, the groups will travel to countries not often visited by American jazz musicians, in such regions as Africa,Asia,Europe, Latin America and the Middle East.

VOA: standard.2009.12.25