US-Israel Relations

Bennett Promises to 'Bring Pollard Home'

Jewish Home chair emphasizes Pollard's potential release unrelated to Iran deal, says Israel doing everything right for his return.

Report: Obama Administration Preparing to Release Pollard

Obama administration is preparing to release Jonathan Pollard in hops to smooth relations with Israel, reports The Wall Street Journal.

Amid Iran Tensions, US Defense Secretary Meets with Netanyahu

Ashton Carter, Netanyahu meet for two hours, but release no statement on Iran deal; details of meeting still unknown.

Carter: Israel 'Bedrock of American Strategy in the Middle East'

Defense Secretary Ashton Carter, Defense Minister Moshe Ya'alon hold press conference amid tensions over nuclear deal.

Washington Denies Carter Visit Is Connected to Iran Deal

Senior US officials say that Defense Secretary Ashton Carter's visit has nothing to do with Iran, despite rumors of compensation package.

Kerry: Netanyahu's 'Better Deal' is a 'Fantasy'

US Secretary of State attacks Israeli PM's notion of better deal with Iran, argues Netanyahu himself never provided an alternative.

Report: Jonathan Pollard May Be Released in 2015

Source claims Justice Department 'seriously considering' releasing Pollard, who has been held on spying charges since 1985.

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Will US Buy Israeli Iran Deal Compliance with Arms?

Senior official confirms Moshe Ya'alon, US counterpart Ashton Carter are very close - meaning compensation package for deal possible.

Birthright Israel Alumni Lobby Against Iran Deal

Alumni Community of Taglit emails listserv urging all alumni to 'stand with Israel' and contact legislators to reject the Iran nuclear deal.

J Street to Launch Media Campaign Promoting Iran Deal

With combo of media blitz and briefings from experts, liberal Jewish group J Street will try to convince Congress to approve nuclear deal.

Poll: Israelis Overwhelmingly Opposed to Iran Deal

Nearly 75% of Israelis think Iran will acquire nuclear weapons within next decade; 60% think PM should rally against deal in Congress.

Netanyahu: Iran Deal Poses a Threat to the US

Israel's Prime Minister slams Iranian nuclear deal in interview with NBC, calls on Americans to take note of joint Arab-Israeli skepticism.

US Officials Brief Israel on Looming Iran Deal

US confident deal is close, as Israeli officials begin looking ahead to meeting between Netanyahu and Obama sometime over the summer.

Netanyahu: Israel, United States Share Same Democratic Values

At 4th of July celebration, Netanyahu says Israel and the United States should stand up “to all the forces of militant Islam”.

Ya'alon: Israel Sees Iran as a Problem, US Sees it as a Solution

'I don't buy US narrative' which sees Iran as regional solution, Defense Minister states, a day before final nuclear deal's deadline.

Israel Freezes Defense Aid Talks with US Pending Iran Deal

Senior officials in Defense and Foreign Ministries decide to suspend talks with US on security aid until after Iran deal is finalized.

Obama: Gun Violence in US 33x Worse than in Israel

In response to spate of shooting across the US in recent days, US President urges citizens 'to do something' about gun violence.

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Will Michael Oren's Book Damage US-Israel Relations?

Book critical of the Obama administration is ultimately 'negligible,' but Israel's response is not, former Amb. Yoram Ettinger says.

49% of Israelis: Obama Purposely Harming US-Israel Ties

Poll finds nearly half of Israelis agree with MK Michael Oren who said Obama's 'mistakes' are being made on purpose.

State Department Denounces Oren's 'False' Assertions

State Department spokesman denounces former ambassador Michael Oren's comments that Obama abandoned Israel.

Kahlon Distances Kulanu from Ex-Envoy's Remarks on Obama

Kulanu leader and Finance Minister pens letter urging US that former ambassador's revelations 'do not represent' the party.

US Will 'Push Back Against Efforts to Delegitimize Israel'

Ambassador Samantha Power downplays concerns over Obama's comments on 're-evaluating' policy towards Israel at the UN.

Lapid Warns Israel Has 'Lost the Ear' of the White House

Yesh Atid chairman says reports Netanyahu was invited to the White House only after Iran deal are a bad sign for everyone.

J'lem Denies Obama Invited Netanyahu to Meet after Nuke Deal

According to report, Obama wants Netanyahu to express 'even faint' support for nuclear deal, before Congress vote.

Israeli Delegation Headed to US to Discuss Iran Deal

Delegation of defense and foreign affairs officials will arrive in Washington Monday to give last minute critiques of looming Iran deal.

Netanyahu Meets with a 'Grand Champion' of US-Israel Relations

Prime Minister Binyamin Netanyahu praises US Joint Chiefs of Staff Martin Dempsey in meeting in Jerusalem.

Jewish Dem Irked at Rumor He Has Dual Israeli Citizenship

Presidential candidate Bernie Sanders was deeply offended by a radio host who assumed he holds 'dual citizenship with Israel.'

J-Street Poll: American Jews More Likely to Support Iran Deal

Poll claims American Jews are also more supportive of a two-state solution and Barack Obama - but is it accurate?

Insider Book to Reveal Roots of Obama's Israel Antipathy

Former Amb. to the US Michael Oren to reveal in detail how deep Washington's hatred for Israel goes - and some of the incidents are bizarre.

US Challenges Israel on Iran: What Would You Do Differently?

Official insists US, Israel share views on Iran - but also challenges to 'tell the American people exactly what you would do differently.'

Ya'alon: No Peace Deal in My Lifetime

Defense Minister Moshe Ya'alon says the delegitimization campaign is more dangerous than a real threat, is hampering resuming talks.

Two-State Solution 'Necessary' For Peace?

Kathleen Kennedy Townsend, daughter of Robert Kennedy, thinks concessions to the PA show 'moral courage.'

Lapid Appeals to American Jews to Fight BDS

Yesh Atid chairman turns to Jews in New York, says the fight against BDS cannot continue without America's help.

Livni: Israel Has No Choice But to 'Toe Obama's Line'

The Israel-US Relations Lobby of the Knesset discussed the latest developments in the ongoing relationship between both countries.

Obama Assures Israel: Only Deal Will Prevent Iran from Nukes

Full interview of President Obama discussing US-Israel relations and Iran deal to be broadcast in Israel Tuesday night.

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.

Sources: American Aid to Israel to Increase After 2017

United States defense aid to Israel is likely to increase after 2017 when a current package expires, sources on both sides say.

Christie: Obama Only Stands Up to Our Friends

New Jersey governor blasts Obama for failing to stand up to evil and only standing up to Prime Minister Netanyahu.

Obama Pitches Iran Deal, Two-State Solution to American Jews

Wearing a kippah, Obama addresses congregation in Washington, stresses his commitment to Israel.

'Obama is Meddling in Israeli Internal Affairs'

Minister Levin strikes back at Obama's criticism of PM, calls on West to wake up and realize 'Israel struggles alone for future of world.'

Obama: Netanyahu's Comments Have 'Consequences'

President Obama continues criticism of Netanyahu’s comments on a Palestinian state and Arab-Israelis before the last elections.

Motti Yogev: Annex PA, Give Arabs Limited Autonomy

MK proposes 'new vision' for Israel which includes eradicating the idea of a two-state solution, give Israel greater control over security.

Peace Talks: Now in the Hands of Interior Minister Silvan Shalom

Shalom responsible for US-Israel relations as well; move sparks opposition from PA and tension within Likud.

Israelis for Jesus?

Israel Welcomes Christian Version of 'Birthright'

Amb. Dermer says student participants will 'strengthen their Christian faith,' as they follow the path of 'the rabbi from Galilee.'

US, EU Condemn 'Illegal' Building in Jerusalem

Plans released to build 900 homes in Ramat Shlomo. EU, US condemn 'illegal' and 'disappointing' move.

Construction in Ramat Shlomo to Receive Final Approval

Five years after first announcement, Jerusalem neighborhood poised to receive approval for 1,500 new housing units.

Independence Day Insult

Obama Refuses to Meet Netanyahu Until Iran Talks End

Telling Jewish leaders that Netanyahu would just vent about Iran during a meeting, Obama says he will only see PM face-to-face after June.

Rivlin Refuses to Meet with Jimmy Carter Over Anti-Israel Views

Former US President viewed as 'permanently damaging' to Israel, diplomatic source reveals.

Poll: Israel, Iran Now Deeply Partisan Issues

Democrats support an Iran deal, back US over Israel by a 3:1 ratio; Republicans oppose both views at nearly the same ratio.

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The US-Israel Relationship Will Repair Itself to Fight Iran

Veteran of Clinton and Bush White Houses says the next president must work closely with Israel to contain Tehran's aggressive ambitions.

Obama's Approval Rating Falling Among American Jews

Support gap between Jews, general US population narrowing; religious Jews more likely to disapprove of Obama.

Obama: No 'Good' Alternative to Iran Deal

POTUS says Netanyahu has yet to provide alternatives to a deal, wants to wait for Congressional review until final draft.

Obama: If You Mess With Israel, America Will Be There

In NYTimes interview, just published with Hebrew subtitles, Obama says he understands Israel's concerns about Iran nuclear deal.

US: Call for Iran to Recognize Israel 'Fundamental Misjudgement'

US President Barack Obama rejects Israel's demands for Iran to recognize Israel as a Jewish state, says it's asking too much.

Ya'alon: US, Israel Only Disagree on Iran

Defense Minister Moshe Ya'alon denies reports of a schism in relations, but adds: Washington is paving the way for Iran to destroy Israel.

'There's a Spy in the Sky and He's a Jew'

Veteran singer-songwriter Glenn Douglas Tubb has a message for the Iranians who think they can wipe out God's chosen.

Rivlin Meets Bipartisan US Delegation

Congressional delegation expresses US support for Israel during Iran talks.

US Rabbi Calls on Jews to Rally Against Obama's Israel Policies

'Strange' bias against Israel calls for rallies like there were during the Intifada and other Israel crises, Rabbi Yoel Schonfeld says.

NYC Official Insists US-Israel Relationship is 'Strong'

NYC Public Advocate Letitia James reveals that the US still considers Israel an 'ally' despite cooling relations between Netanyahu, Obama.

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".