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Gallant:

'We have no right to stop the war'

Defense Minister Yoav Gallant stated before his meetings with American officials that Israel must, and would, destroy Hamas.

'We have no right to stop the war'

The archive doesn't forget

When a younger Biden blasted pressure on Israel

The Joe Biden of 1992 denounces the Bush administration at the time for pressuring the Shamir government regarding peace negotiations.

When a younger Biden blasted pressure on Israel

Bennett To CNN:

'US lost 2400 at Pearl Harbor and killed 3 million'

Former Prime Minister Naftali Bennett defends the ongoing war in Gaza during an interview with Erin Burnett.

'US lost 2400 at Pearl Harbor and killed 3 million'

Foreign Minister Katz:

'USA supports war goals'

Foreign Minister Israel Katz stated that despite criticism, the US still supports the war in Gaza, and its alliance with Israel will carry on.

'USA supports war goals'

Gallant briefs US Defense Secretary on war progress

Israeli Defense Minister Yoav Gallant called USA Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin last night to discuss the war in Gaza.

Gallant briefs US Defense Secretary on war progress

Ben-Gvir:

'I hope Netanyahu chooses the path of Otzma Yehudit'

Itamar Ben-Gvir responds to backash from criticizing US government.

'I hope Netanyahu chooses the path of Otzma Yehudit'

Netanyahu:

'I don't need help with international relations'

Prime Minister Netanyahu rebuked National Security Minister Itamar Ben-Gvir for criticizing US President Joe Biden in a recent interview.

'I don't need help with international relations'

Biden Admin asks Israel to end war before 2024

US officials say President Biden has asked that Netanyahu conclude the large-scale campaign in Gaza before the new year.

Biden Admin asks Israel to end war before 2024

Israel and USA hold joint missile defense drill

A series of simulations was held to enhance operational competence with all layers of Israel's missile systems.

Israel and USA hold joint missile defense drill

US boycott continues:

Senior Israeli ministers not invited to embassy New Year toast

Invitations to the event were withheld from Ministers from Religious Zionism and Otzma Yehudit, including Smotrich and Ben-Gvir.

Senior Israeli ministers not invited to embassy New Year toast

A new phase in U.S.-Israel relations

The Biden crew's statements and actions this week, and its policies towards Israel since entering office, indicate a sea change.Op-ed.

A new phase in U.S.-Israel relations

US Ambassador Nides:

'It's not our job to tell Israelis what to do'

US Ambassador to Israel Tom Nides tells Israeli radio he admires Israel's democracy and doesn't believe it's in danger.

'It's not our job to tell Israelis what to do'

Trump's National Security Advisor: Israel protects America

Ambassador Robert O'Brien explains why anyone who supports the US should be wholeheartedly on the side of Israel.

Trump's National Security Advisor: Israel protects America

Jews don’t control America’s foreign policy

Belief in the myth of Jewish power haunts the U.S.-Israel relationship. Op-ed.

Jews don’t control America’s foreign policy

Israeli F-15s escort American B-52 bomber

IDF fighter jets escort American bomber craft through Israel skies on its way from the Gulf.

Israeli F-15s escort American B-52 bomber

"Generational damage"

Miss Universe is ok but visiting Jews are not?

Rabbi Elchanan Poupko questions why Israel is not allowing American Jews to enter but makes exceptions for events such as Miss Universe.

Miss Universe is ok but visiting Jews are not?

Passover and the mutually beneficial US-Israel bond

Heine said that since the Exodus, freedom has always spoken with a Hebrew Accent - and America was founded as the land of freedom. Op-ed.

Passover and the mutually beneficial US-Israel bond

Will Israel-US relations continue to be good after Trump's term?

Former Israel Amb. in Washington, Danny Ayalon, talks about the future of the relationship between Israel and American Jewry.

Will Israel-US relations continue to be good after Trump's term?

'We take the best of Israeli innovation and bring it to NJ'

Andrew Gross, Executive Director of the New Jersey-Israel Commission, says that NJ is leading the way in its relationship with Israel.

'We take the best of Israeli innovation and bring it to NJ'

US Secretary of State Pompeo arrives in Israel.

U.S. Secretary of State Michael Pompeo lands at Ben Gurion airport, greeted by Ambassador Friedman.

US Secretary of State Pompeo arrives in Israel.

Clinton says she will impose peace talks if elected

Clinton touts 'peace record' and vows to 'never stop working' for two state solution as president; gives equal blame for terror wave.

Clinton says she will impose peace talks if elected

'US Public Agrees with Israel's Opposition to Iran Deal'

Obama may have secured congressional support for nuclear deal, Jerusalem says, but majority of US supports Israel's opposition.

'US Public Agrees with Israel's Opposition to Iran Deal'

Israeli Official: We Will Continue to Criticize the Nuclear Deal

Israeli official tells The New York Times that Israel will not be pressured to stop voicing its objections to the deal with Iran.

Israeli Official: We Will Continue to Criticize the Nuclear Deal

US, Israel Air Forces Sign Strategic Agreement

Israel and the U.S. have signed an important strategic air force agreement, the Israel Air Force revealed Monday.

US, Israel Air Forces Sign Strategic Agreement

CIA Chief: Cooperation with Israel Still Very Strong

CIA Director John Brennan says intelligence cooperation with Israel has not been harmed despite differences on Iran.

CIA Chief: Cooperation with Israel Still Very Strong

Obama and Netanyahu in Public Diplomacy War

Despite wanting otherwise, President Obama will likely have to confer with Prime Minister Netanyahu on final Iran deal, says expert.

Obama and Netanyahu in Public Diplomacy War

Obama Advisor: Iran Will Not Be Able to Manufacture Nuclear Bomb

Speaking on Israeli networks, security adviser Ben Rhodes says US will consider all action - including military - if Iran violates deal.

Obama Advisor: Iran Will Not Be Able to Manufacture Nuclear Bomb

Clinton: Relations with Israel Must Not Become a Partisan Issue

Former Secretary of State speaks with American Jewish leader, calls for relations with Israel to return to "constructive footing".

Clinton: Relations with Israel Must Not Become a Partisan Issue

White House Backs Rice's Comments on Bibi Speech

White House spokesman says Susan Rice's comments are "entirely consistent with what the President has already said".

White House Backs Rice's Comments on Bibi Speech

Officials Deny Reports that White House Will Boycott AIPAC

Contrary to reports, Israeli officials say the United States has no intention of boycotting the AIPAC conference next week.

Officials Deny Reports that White House Will Boycott AIPAC

Washington Post: Obama Thinks Netanyahu Authorized Leaks on Iran

Journalist David Ignatius: Obama suspects Netanyahu authorized leaks of details about the nuclear talks with Iran.

Washington Post: Obama Thinks Netanyahu Authorized Leaks on Iran

American Officials Deny Obama Admin is 'Punishing' Israel

Senior officials in Washington deny Channel 2 report that the Obama administration stopped sharing information with Israel on Iran.

American Officials Deny Obama Admin is 'Punishing' Israel

Biden Will Not Attend Netanyahu's Congress Speech

Vice President "expected to be travelling abroad" when Netanyahu addresses Congress next month, says official.

Biden Will Not Attend Netanyahu's Congress Speech

Senior White House Official to Visit Israel Despite Tensions

Despite tensions surrounding PM Netanyahu’s speech to Congress, senior White House advisor Phil Gordon will visit Israel later this month.

Senior White House Official to Visit Israel Despite Tensions

McCain: Relations With Israel 'the Worst I've Ever Seen'

Republican Senator John McCain says President Obama has had "unrealistic expectations" of Israel.

McCain: Relations With Israel 'the Worst I've Ever Seen'

Giuliani: Perfect Time for Netanyahu to Address Congress

Former New York Mayor tells Israeli television he has no idea why there is "such a fuss" over Netanyahu's speech to Congress.

Giuliani: Perfect Time for Netanyahu to Address Congress

Pelosi: Netanyahu Speech Could 'Send the Wrong Message'

Rep. Nancy Pelosi says she warned PM Netanyahu that his speech before Congress threatens to sink nuclear talks with Iran.

Pelosi: Netanyahu Speech Could 'Send the Wrong Message'

Obama: I Won't Meet Netanyahu Because it's Too Close to Election

President Obama says it's "inappropriate" for him to meet Netanyahu so close to Israel's election.

Obama: I Won't Meet Netanyahu Because it's Too Close to Election

Dagan: Netanyahu Endangering Israel's Security

Former Mossad chief launches yet another verbal attack against PM Netanyahu, says his policies are dangerous.

Dagan: Netanyahu Endangering Israel's Security

Livni Blames Bibi for Senators Postponing Iran Sanctions Vote

Livni claims that Netanyahu's Congress speech led to ten senators deciding to postpone a bill on new Iran sanctions.

Livni Blames Bibi for Senators Postponing Iran Sanctions Vote

Fox News Issues Rare Criticism of Netanyahu Over Congress Speech

Fox News hosts Chris Wallace and Shepard Smith warn that Netanyahu's speech to Congress could damage relations.

Fox News Issues Rare Criticism of Netanyahu Over Congress Speech

Basketball Legend: Israel-U.S. Relations Stronger than Ever

Israeli basketball legend Tal Brody tells Arutz Sheva from Washington: Don't believe everything you read in the newspaper.

Basketball Legend: Israel-U.S. Relations Stronger than Ever

Netanyahu: Israel Facing an Attack on its Right to Exist

Prime Minister directly addresses unprecedented personal attack by US officials, vows to 'continue defending Israel.'

Netanyahu: Israel Facing an Attack on its Right to Exist

Labor Head Says Netanyahu Profits from Anti-Israel Wave

MK Herzog said anti-Israel vote in British parliament proves that Israel must take initiative diplomatically.

Labor Head Says Netanyahu Profits from Anti-Israel Wave

Israel Struggling to Sell Iron Dome

Israel's key missile defense system is unique in the arena of global defense - but politics and cost are preventing investors from buying.

Israel Struggling to Sell Iron Dome

Senate Declares Israel a ‘Major Strategic Partner’

U.S. Senate unanimously adopts the United States-Israel Strategic Partnership Act.

Senate Declares Israel a ‘Major Strategic Partner’

Report: Israel Helping US Build Int'l Coalition Against IS

40 countries reportedly interested in joining forces to stop Islamists from spreading; Israel allegedly sending US information to help.

Report: Israel Helping US Build Int'l Coalition Against IS

New York Governor Underscores Support for Israel

New York Governor Andrew Cuomo visits Israel, meets Prime Minister Binyamin Netanyahu and President Reuven Rivlin.

New York Governor Underscores Support for Israel

Netanyahu and Kerry's Phone Call 'Mysteriously' Cut Off

State Department says phone call between PM Netanyahu and Secretary of State Kerry was disconnected, but says it was a technical issue.

Netanyahu and Kerry's Phone Call 'Mysteriously' Cut Off

Steinitz Accuses Washington of Hypocrisy over Hamas Gov't

'You cannot present it as a Hamas government internally, then publicly as a government of technocrats,' Intelligence Minister says.

Steinitz Accuses Washington of Hypocrisy over Hamas Gov't

US Ambassador Says End to Visa Crisis Coming

Despite doubling in visa rejection rates for young Israelis, US ambassador to Israel stresses the days of the US visa are numbered.

US Ambassador Says End to Visa Crisis Coming

Dempsey: Israel Knows We'll Strike Iran if Need Be

Israel and the United States are in agreement about the Iranian threat, says chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff.

Dempsey: Israel Knows We'll Strike Iran if Need Be

Yesh Atid MK: Ya'alon Hurting Israel's Foreign Policy

MK Ronen Hoffman sides with the U.S. against Ya'alon, says Defense Minister should stick to defense issues.

Yesh Atid MK: Ya'alon Hurting Israel's Foreign Policy

Susan Rice to Visit Israel in May

White House announces that National Security Adviser will travel to Israel in May. Last month she blasted Israel for criticizing Kerry.

Susan Rice to Visit Israel in May

Israel a 'Major Strategic Partner' of the U.S., Say Lawmakers

House of Representatives approves with an overwhelming majority the United States-Israel Strategic Partnership Act.

Israel a 'Major Strategic Partner' of the U.S., Say Lawmakers

US Bars Shin Bet, Mossad Agents from Visiting

U.S. reportedly turns down visa requests from Mossad, Shin Bet agents; change may mean fewer American exports to Israel.

US Bars Shin Bet, Mossad Agents from Visiting

Olmert: It's Time We Say Thank You to the Americans

Former PM blasts the MKs from the Land of Israel Lobby who made tough comments during meeting with Ambassador Shapiro.

Olmert: It's Time We Say Thank You to the Americans

'America is Not to Blame for Our Stupidity'

Political analyst says US pressure on Israel makes sense - and that Israel only has itself to blame.

'America is Not to Blame for Our Stupidity'

Kerry on Israeli Critics: I've Been Threatened by Real Bullets

Kerry tells CNN he is unfazed by criticism in Israel over his peace efforts, says he was “threatened by real bullets”.

Kerry on Israeli Critics: I've Been Threatened by Real Bullets

Poll: Most Americans Oppose Obama, Support Israel

ZOA poll reveals that most Americans - even those outside Jewish communities - oppose Washington's anti-Israel policies.

Poll: Most Americans Oppose Obama, Support Israel