US-Israel Relations

Dayan: American Framework for Peace 'Unacceptable'

Yesha Council official slams American framework presented by Martin Indyk.

Kerry Considers Direct Appeal to Israelis

US Secretary of State reportedly weighing direct appeal in attempt to whip up support for his proposals.

Poll: Most Americans Oppose Obama, Support Israel

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

MK Hotovely: Ya'alon Shouldn't Have Apologized to Kerry

MK Tzipi Hotovely rips into Defense Minister Moshe Ya'alon's apology, says Israel should not bow to US pressure.

Ex-US Defense Sec'y Gates: Netanyahu Arrogant, Superficial

New book by Gates calls Netanyahu 'ungrateful' for not appreciating all that President Obama's administration has done for Israel.

Report: White House Expects Netanyahu to Condemn Yaalon Comments

A 'senior source' states that Prime Minister Binyamin Netanyahu himself is expected to reject the criticism leveled at peace plan.

US, Yaalon Bicker Over Criticism of Kerry Plan

After news surfaces of Defense Minister's sharp criticism of Kerry plan, US in shock. Yaalon calls on Israel not to be intimidated.

Poll: PA, Israel Care Less About US Pressure

Truman Institute poll reveals dramatic decrease in significance of US pressure in peace talks.

Report: US Furious at Israel Equipment Transfer to China

Top Israeli defense official allegedly resigns over transfer approval for military equipment move to China; US fears Chinese sale to Iran.

Shaked to US: Free Jonathan Pollard, End Hypocrisy

Jewish Home MK Ayelet Shaked, head of the lobby to free Jonathan Pollard, calls on US to end 'hypocrisy' in light of recent spying reports.

Reagan: Palestinians Do Not Want Peace - They Want Israel

In special interview with Arutz Sheva, son of former US President Ronald Reagan discusses the importance of Israel's security.

Erekat: Palestinian Authority Ready for 12-Month Interim Deal

PLO official claims PA ready for interim deal. The catch: meeting the PA's demands on a number of key issues.

Netanyahu Delays IDF Military Academy Plans for Mount Scopus

IDF military academy plans approved in 2012, passed through bureaucracy; Netanyahu delays program - probably for political reasons.

Hagel Phones Yaalon, Reiterates Commitment on Iran

U.S. Defense Secretary calls Israeli Defense Minister to continue their "close consultations on shared regional security challenges."

Supreme Court Justice Elyakim Rubinstein: Free Pollard

Supreme Court Justice, speaking at security convention, joins long list of public calls from high-profile politicians for Pollard's release.

US 'Knew About Rebel Chemical Weapons, Acted Selectively'

Pulitzer-Prize winning journalist reveals proof that US administration knew both sides had weapons; officials deny claims.

Facebook Campaign: Where Are Pollard's Human Rights?

Facebook post reminds that the US released an Iranian spy after two years, while Jonathan Pollard continues to sit in prison.

Peres: I Have No Problem Meeting with Rouhani

At Israel Business Conference, President Peres stated that purpose of negotiations is to 'turn enemies into friends.'

Liberman: Israel-PA Dialogue May Fail, But Important to Continue

Foreign Minister Avigdor Liberman, speaking from the Saban Center for Middle Eastern Policy in Washington, stresses importance of talks.

Avigdor Liberman to Meet with John Kerry in Washington

FM flying to US this week after talks resume with PA, as polls show Israeli confidence in US relationship plummeting.

Lapid on Israel-US Relations: 'Closeness Our Greatest Asset'

While Lapid admits in CNBC interview that nuclear deal with Iran is dangerous, he sees dispute with US over issue as temporary.

US Calls Netanyahu 'Desperate and Weak'

Israeli TV quotes senior officials in the White House, State Department, dismissing PM's objection to Iran deal.

Olmert: We've Declared War on Obama Gov't

Former prime minister says 'attempts to sic Congress against the American administration' are a serious mistake.

Herzog: No Pact with Livni; Netanyahu Bungles US-Israel Relation

New Labor Party head Yitzhak Herzog denies reports of emerging pact with Livni's HaTnua party, attacks PM over international relations.

Kerry to Return to Israel Next Week for Iran, PA-Related Talks

After diplomatic disaster earlier this month, and controversial Iran deal, US Secretary of State returns to Israel to try again.

American Jewish Groups Express Cautious Hope for Iran Deal

White House officials reach out to American Jewish organizations in hopes of allaying concerns about Iran deal.

Liberman to International Community: Do Not Enable Nuclear Iran

At conference Friday, FM emphasizes importance of refuting Iran deal, maintaining US-Israel ties.

Kerry: Deal 'Best Chance' to Stop Nuclear Iran

After meeting with defense officials, Kerry still backs precarious Iran deal, but also vows not to let Iran 'buy time.'

Min. Liberman: Link with US has Weakened

Israel needs to seek new allies that are not dependent on money from the Islamic world, says Foreign Minister.

Liberman: Israel Needs Allies, Not 'Painful Concessions'

Back in office and true to form, Foreign Minister denounces 'painful concessions' for peace, says Israel needs to search for allies.

Kerry Changes Visit Date To Post-Thanksgiving

Speaking to AFP, who first reported Kerry's visit set for this Friday, Kerry decides he's too busy to visit Israel this week, reschedules.

Obama Refuses to Speak to Netanyahu

In latest twist in public US-Israel relations fallout, Obama has been forwarding all of Netanyahu's calls to John Kerry.

Peres Warns Against Hurting Relations with the U.S.

"There's not one request that Obama didn't positively respond to," says President Peres in wake of latest tension over Iran.

Kerry’s Fear: Naftali Bennett

Kerry advice to senators to ‘ignore Israel’ part of desperate attempt to counter Bennett’s pro-sanctions campaign.

Obama: Bibi is a Pain in the...

New book quotes the American president as expressing what he really thinks about the Prime Minister of close ally Israel.

Poll: 52% of Israelis don't Trust US on Defense

Among religious people, over two thirds do not trust the US. 56% believe Iranian surprise attack is possible.

Ex-Mossad Head: Obama Spies on Us, Too

The White House listens to Israel’s calls, former Mossad head says. ‘When they think they need to bug phones, they do it.’

Prime Minister Netanyahu to Meet John Kerry

US Secretary of State lands at Ben Gurion Airport; talks with PM revolve around Syria and ongoing Israel-PA negotiations.

General: Obama Stopped Strike on Iran

Former Security Council head says Netanyahu planned to hit Iran – but Obama asked him not to.

'You Can’t Rely on America'

Legal expert warns Israel against relying on American support in case of trouble: "Even when they do act, they’re too late."

Obama Hints at Tough Response to Syria

Obama tells rabbis not to worry: American response to Syria will send Iran the right message.

U.S. General: Settlements Will Make PA State Impossible

General James Mattis says America pays a price for supporting Israel, warns settlements could create 'apartheid state.'

Jews, America, and Independence Day

Rabbi who went from Latvia to New York talks about the Jewish contribution to America.

Peres: America the Greatest Giver in Modern History

"Peace is a moral call from our Torah," says President Shimon Peres as Americans celebrate 4th of July.

Obama: Israel Justified in Stopping Weapons Transfer

US President says Israel is justified in preventing Hizbullah from obtaining advanced weaponry.

Hagel: Arms Deal a Sign of 'Ironclad' U.S. Support for Israel

U.S. Defense Secretary Chuck Hagel and Defense Minister Moshe Yaalon hail a major arms deal as a sign of U.S. support for Israel.

Yaalon Meets Hagel: The U.S. is Our Best Friend

Defense Minister Moshe Yaalon meets with his visiting American counterpart, Defense Secretary Chuck Hagel.

Obama: U.S., Israel Talking About Extending Military Aid

U.S. President Barack Obama says that Israel and the United States are opening talks on extending U.S. military aid beyond 2017.

Ayalon: Time to Thank America

Former deputy Foreign Minister calls on the public to thank America for assistance that cannot be made public.

Poll: Americans Pessimistic Over Israeli-Arab Peace

Americans are pessimistic that Israel will ever be able to live in peace with its neighbors, new poll reveals.

Obama, Netanyahu to Hold 3 Working Meetings

Original plan called for only one meeting, on Wednesday. Meetings on Thursday and Friday have been added.

Netanyahu's Gift to Obama: Symbol of the U.S.-Israel Connection

Netanyahu will give Barack Obama a chip in which the independence scrolls of both countries are embedded side by side.

Poll: Americans' Sympathies for Israel At All-Time High

Gallup poll has found that Americans' sympathies lean heavily toward the Israelis over PA Arabs.

Ettinger: Anger in US over Obama’s Stance on Israel

Many Americans upset by Obama’s policy of pushing Israel compromise, says former Israeli ambassador.

'Every Supporter of Israel Should be Active'

Arutz Sheva interviewed Rabbi Doug of TV's “Taped with Rabbi Doug”, who attended the AIPAC 2013 policy conference.

Expert: U.S.Doing No Favors in Giving Israel Special Ally Status

Strategy analyst Mark Langfan: "Without Israel, Cyprus and Saudi Arabia are toast, and they know it."

Florida Senator Marco Rubio Meets Netanyahu, Peres

Visiting U.S. Senator Marco Rubio meets PM Netanyahu and President Peres, underlines importance of U.S.-Israel relations.

Hagel 2010: Netanyahu "Radical", Israel to be Apartheid State

US Secretary of Defense nominee labeled Netanyahu “a radical,” called to include Hamas in negotiations.

Barak, Panetta Meet at the Pentagon

Defense Minister Ehud Barak talks about Syria and Iran with Pentagon chief Leon Panetta.

Huckabee: Obama Should Focus on Iran, Pardon Pollard

President Obama should focus on preventing a nuclear Iran during his upcoming visit to Israel, says former governor Mike Huckabee.