Joe Biden

Settler violence?

MKs demand answers from President Biden

A group of MKs has written to US President Joe Biden, challenging the data behind his statement on 'settler violence.'

Finance Minister:

'I respect the US, but I won't transfer money to Hamas'

'So long as I am Finance Minister, not a single shekel will be passed to the Nazis in Gaza,' Finance Min. Smotrich promises.

Difficult conversation

Report: Biden told Netanyahu to solve PA taxes issue

Sources tell Axios Biden held a difficult conversation with Netanyahu over Israel's decision to withhold some of PA's tax revenue.

Pres. Biden 'devastated' at Judi Weinstein's murder

US President releases statement in response to murder of elderly couple who were American citizens by Hamas terrorists.

Northern evacuees ask Biden to support return to their homes

'Lobby 1701,' representing 60,000 Israelis evacuated from north, as US Pres. to allow Israel to do what is needed to restore their safety.

Biden speaks to Qatari Emir amid Gaza ceasefire talks

White House says the two discussed urgent effort to secure the release of all remaining hostages held by Hamas.

Hostage's mother to Biden:

'I want to see my daughter before I leave this world'

Liora Argamani, the terminally ill mother of Noa Argamani, writes letter to Biden, pleads for his help to secure her daughter's release.

White House:

'Biden and Netanyahu discussed importance of releasing hostages'

White House after Biden and Netanyahu conversation: They discussed Israel’s military campaign in Gaza to include its objectives and phasing.

WSJ:

Biden pressured Netanyahu not to pre-emptively strike Hezbollah

Report: Biden pushed Netanyahu not to pre-emptively strike Hezbollah due to fears of 'wider regional war.' Netanyahu: Report is incorrect.

Report:

Netanyahu sought to pressure Egypt to take in displaced Gazans

Washington Post reports that Netanyahu asked Biden, Sunak and Macron to pressure Egypt to open its borders to Gazans, but was rejected.

Biden:

'Despite the burdens, Israel must minimize civilian deaths'

US President reiterates support for two-state solution: We are talking about a political future for the Palestinian people.

Sen. Graham praises Biden's efforts for Israel-Saudi ties

Sen. Lindsey Graham (R-SC) says October 7 should be used as a catalyst to normalize ties between Israel and Saudi Arabia.

Delaware:

Car collides with vehicle near Biden's motorcade

President and First Lady unharmed after car collides with SUV that was part of the President's security detail in Wilmington.

Biden:

'I want Israel to be focused on how to save civilian lives'

US President asked if he wants Israel to scale back or tone down its attacks on Gaza by the end of the year.

Trump pulls ahead of Biden in swing states

Donald Trump's lead continues to widen even in states with no clear voting allegiance.

Report:

Biden admin delaying sale of weapons to first response teams

Senior US officials report that the administration is delaying sale of guns to Israel for 'fear of settler violence.'

In first:

Families of American hostages meet with Biden in person

'Grateful to President Biden for his steadfast commitment to bringing our family members home,' hostages' relatives say.

House votes to authorize impeachment inquiry into Biden

House of Representatives votes to authorize its impeachment inquiry into President Joe Biden. The vote was along party lines.

Biden:

'Israel is an independent nation dealing with Hamas inhumanity'

US President Joe Biden praises Israeli attempts to minimize collateral damage as war in Gaza carries on.

Biden admin not planning to limit military aid to Israel

'We’re not going to do a damn thing other than protect Israel,' US Pres. Biden says.

Biden on flooding of tunnels:

'There are assertions there are no hostages there'

President Biden asked about reports that the IDF has begun pumping water from the Mediterranean Sea into Hamas' tunnel network.

Biden: Netanyahu must change his government

US President Joe Biden called for changes to Prime Minister Netanyahu's Cabinet and a Palestinian state at a fundraiser today.

Biden at Hanukkah reception:

'You don’t have to be a Jew to be a Zionist and I’m a Zionist'

Biden hosts annual Hanukkah celebration at the White House: We will provide military assistance to Israel until they get rid of Hamas.

President Biden receives menorah that survived Oct. 7th attack

When Shai Hermesh returned to his destroyed home he found his tefillin (phylacteries) and Menorah were among the only items left unscathed.

Biden on Hanukkah:

'Even a little bit of light can dispel the darkness'

Second Gentleman Doug Emhoff on first night of Hanukkah: Even in darkness, we can bring forth the light.

Biden to Netanyahu:

'Hamas' refusal to release hostages led to end of ceasefire'

US President, in conversation with Netanyahu, stresses "critical need to protect civilians", White House says.

Biden on Hamas sexual violence: 'The world can’t just look away'

US president Joe Biden harshly condemned Hamas following testimonies of sexual violence: ‘the world can’t just look away’

Biden:

'If Trump wasn’t running, I’m not sure I’d be running'

US President tells donors he wasn’t confident he’d be seeking another term if his predecessor wasn't running.

Biden: World can't look away from Hamas rapes

US President calls Hamas use of sexual violence to inflict as much suffering on women as possible "appalling."

Biden:

'We remain determined to secure the release of every hostage'

US President hails ceasefire agreement which led to release of hostages, says it has "delivered meaningful results".

'She'll soon be home':

Biden welcomes release of US citizen by Hamas

Liat Beinin-Atzili, who holds US citizenship, among the 12 hostages freed by Hamas. Biden: She'll soon be home with her three children.

Hostage relative thanks Biden and Macron

Ido Dan, relative of Sahar and Erez Kalderon, who were freed from Hamas captivity, thanks Biden & Macron, brokers Qatar & Egypt for support.

Netanyahu to Biden:

'The entire nation embraces Avigail'

Netanyahu tells US President that Israel is interested in releasing hostages, but will not give up on resuming the fighting in Gaza.

President Biden:

'We will not stop until every one of the hostages is returned'

President Biden delivered remarks following the release of the third group of hostages.

Biden on hostage release:

'This is only the beginning'

President Joe Biden after Hamas releases 13 hostages: We will not stop until we get the hostages brought home.

Biden speaks to Netanyahu, welcomes hostage deal

White House says Biden assured Netanyahu he will continue working to secure the release of all remaining hostages.

Biden welcomes hostage deal:

'Important that all aspects of this deal be fully implemented'

US President vows that he will not stop until all American hostages are released.

Jewish groups to Biden gov't:

Grant protected status to Israelis in the US

HIAS and other groups ask Biden administration to extend protected status to Israelis in US.

Poll:

Biden's approval rating declines amid support for Israel

NBC News poll finds majorities of all voters disapprove of Biden's handling of foreign policy and the Israel-Hamas war.

US looking to deny visas to Israelis who attack Palestinians

US President Joe Biden has ordered his administration to prepare to deny visas to Israelis involved in violence against Palestinians.

Joe Biden:

US won’t back down from the challenge of Putin and Hamas

US Pres. Biden compares Putin to Hamas, urges two-state solution as only viable option for long-term peace.

Biden, Qatari Emir discuss need for hostages to be freed

Qatar has been mediating efforts to reach an agreement for Hamas to release some hostages in exchange for a ceasefire.

Biden:

'War will end when Hamas can no longer murder Israelis'

US President says Hamas committing war crimes by operating underneath hospitals: Israel allowing medical staff to get out of harm's way.

Biden and Netanyahu discuss efforts to rescue hostages

White House says Biden spoke with Netanyahu regarding the latest developments in Israel and Gaza.

Biden's message hostages' familes: Hang in there, we're coming

President Biden says he believes a deal to free the Hamas hostages will happen.

White House clarifies Biden's comments on Gaza hospitals

White House explains Biden was not being critical of Israel, but rather of Hamas, when he said hospitals “must be protected” in Gaza.

Biden: 3-year-old among American hostages held by Hamas

US President tells Qatari Emir that a toddler whose parents were murdered on October 7 is among the US citizens kidnapped by Hamas.

Secret Service agents protecting Biden's granddaughter open fire

Agents assigned to protect Naomi Biden shoot at 3 criminals attempting to carjack Secret Service vehicle in Washington DC.

'He was fighting your fight':

Bereaved father's heartfelt message to President Biden

The father of Major Moshe Yedidya Leiter called on US President to let Israel fight Hamas without disruption.

Biden Admin. demands Netanyahu clarify Gaza comments

US officials demand to know what PM means when he says Israel will have security control over Gaza after the war.

Biden:

'Humanitarian pauses are a step in the right direction'

US President welcomes Israel’s decision to allow daily four-hour “humanitarian pauses” in the fighting in Gaza.

Biden:

'I asked Netanyahu for a pause in the fighting in Gaza'

The comments follow report which said that Biden urged Netanyahu to agree to three-day pause to allow progress in releasing hostages.

Former Obama adviser recommends Biden drop out of 2024 race

David Axelrod, former White House official, recommends US Pres. Biden announce he won't run in for re-election in 2024.

Biden:

'Progress has been made on 'humanitarian pause' in Gaza'

The US has pushed for “humanitarian pauses” in the fighting to facilitate delivery of humanitarian aid and potential release of hostages.

Tlaib accuses Biden of supporting 'genocide' in Gaza

Michigan lawmaker denounces Biden's support for Israel's right to self-defense, warns that voters "won't forget".

Biden on Gaza fighting:

'I think we need a pause'

US President calls for “pause” in fighting in order to allow time to free hostages being held by Hamas.

Report:

Biden thinks Netanyahu's political days may be numbered

Officials tell Politico that Biden has suggested to Netanyahu that he should think about lessons to share with his eventual successor.

Biden to Netanyahu:

'Israel has every right to defend itself from terrorism'

Biden speaks to Netanyahu for the eighth time since the war in Gaza started.

Jason Greenblatt:

'Ridiculous for Biden to talk of 2-State Solution at this time'

Former Trump Middle East envoy calls US President's remarks on Two State Solution in day after Hamas war 'tone deaf.'

Biden:

'We're working around the clock to bring the hostages back'

US President reiterates commitment to secure the release of all hostages being held by Hamas: We will not stop until we get them home.