Israel-US

Blinken to Dermer:

'Israel, Palestinians should take steps to de-escalate tensions'

Secretary of State meets Minister for Strategic Affairs in Washington.

Amid concerns over refusals:

Chair of Joint Chiefs of Staff to visit Israel

Gen. Mark Milley will meet Defense Minister Yoav Gallant, IDF Chief of Staff Herzi Halevi and other senior Israeli security officials.

Report:

Orthodox Jew Fmr. Treasury Secretary candidate for US ambassador

According to the report President Biden is considering appointing fmr. Secretary of the Treasury Jack Lew as the US ambassador to Israel,

Michigan Democrat apologizes for Israel visit

Senator Sylvia Santana apologizes for her recent visit to Israel after it caused an uproar among her Arab and Muslim constituents.

US pushes back on Netanyahu's claim of White House visit

National Security Council spokesperson John Kirby: We still anticipate Biden-Netanyahu meeting and it will be somewhere in the US.

Report:

US, Saudis agree on broad outiline for deal with Israel

Crown Prince bin Salman told advisors that he was in no rush to come to such an agreement, especially with the current Israeli government.

Mississippi:

Israeli Navy raises flag over new landing craft

The INS Nahshon, the first of two such crafts, will serve as a logistical axis for transporting equipment and soldiers.

Jewish group tells US lawmakers not to meddle in Israeli policy

Agudath Israel of America says judicial reform in Israel is a matter for Israelis to determine through 'their vibrant democratic process.'

Israeli officials:

Bid for US Visa Waiver Program progressing

Sources said that the matter is progressing, and the Americans are satisfied. "We're optimistic," the sources stated.

Ambassador Herzog:

'I was heartened to see the resounding bipartisan support'

Israel’s Ambassador to the US thanks lawmakers for attending last week’s speech to Congress by his brother, President Isaac Herzog.

White House:

'We're still working on details of Netanyahu-Biden meeting'

White House Press Secretary won't confirm location of meeting between Biden and Netanyahu: They agreed to meet later this year.

State Department:

'No plans to cut military aid to Israel'

Deputy State Department spokesperson: Our commitment to Israel’s security is ironclad.

'They speak candidly':

WH press secretary won't say if Biden believes Netanyahu

White House press secretary Karine Jean-Pierre when asked whether Biden believes Netanyahu: They had a candid conversation.

White House to Israel:

'Respect the right of peaceful assembly'

US comments on incidents of violence during protests against the judicial reform: There is a significant debate in Israel.

White House:

'Unfortunate that vote took place with slimmest majority'

US expresses disappointment that first phase of judicial reform passed in the Knesset without a broad consensus.

Biden:

'Netanyahu shouldn't rush judicial overhaul bill'

US President tells Barak Ravid of Axios: Given the range of threats confronting Israel, it doesn’t make sense to rush the reform.

Ambassador Herzog:

'I didn't hear call from Biden admin. to stop the legislation'

Israeli Ambassador to the United States, Michael Herzog, says he believes President Biden must invite PM Netanyahu to the White House.

Blinken on judicial reform:

'Major changes are best done by trying to build consensus'

Secretary of State at Aspen Security Forum: As such close friends with Israel, we share the concerns we have about the judicial reform.

Biden:

'Herzog and I discussed key issues of mutual concern'

US President tweets about his meeting with President Isaac Herzog: I look forward to strengthening our partnership.

Herzog and Harris announce:

'US and Israel to invest $70 million in climate initiative'

President Herzog meets US Vice President Harris: I want to thank you personally for your long-standing contribution to our relations.

Thomas Friedman:

Biden's message to Netanyahu: 'Please stop now'

The NYT analyst claims the US president invited him for a meeting to ensure his position is 'crystal clear to all Israelis.'

House approves resolution:

'Israel is not a racist or apartheid state'

House of Representatives votes 412-9 in favor of resolution condemning antisemitism and supporting Israel. All nine opposed were Democrats.

Herzog meets Blinken:

'We'll be discussing our missing in action and POWs in Gaza'

Secretary of State tells Herzog that Israel and the US "have a unique relationship, grounded in our commitment to Israel's security."

Biden to Herzog:

'The conversation with Netanyahu was good and cordial'

Biden tells Herzog the noise surrounding the judicial reform makes it difficult to promote regional processes in the Middle East.

Herzog departs for US

President tells MKs: Make an effort, the price is too great

During his visit to the US, President Herzog will address a joint session of Congress marking the 75th anniversary of Israel's independence.

Top White House official:

'Biden-Netanyahu meeting - probably before the end of the year'

US National Security Council spokesman: Biden's invitation does not mean the administration isn't concerned about judicial reform.

White House:

'Biden expressed concern to Netanyahu about settlement growth'

White House issues statement on Biden-Netanyahu conversation, says the President stressed the need for consensus on judicial reform.

Democrat lawmaker:

'Israel isn't racist, Netanyahu's gov't has racist policies'

Rep. Pramila Jayapal walks back comments suggesting Israel as a racist state, says she was referring to current government's policies.

Netanyahu to Amb. Herzog:

'You should've done more to get me invited to White House'

PM reportedly outraged with Israel's Ambassador in Washington over his perceived lack of action in securing invitation to meet Biden.

President Herzog's US visit:

Anti-judicial reform protesters to demonstrate on Capitol Hill

Chartered busses are expected to bring protesters from NYC to protest outside Israeli President Isaac Herzog's address to Congress.

Mark Levin:

'Biden sides with Iran against Israel'

A stark warning from Mark Levin about the dangers Israel faces from the current US administration.

Ahead of US trip:

Netanyahu emphasizes Israel's two red lines to Herzog

Netanyahu and Herzog discuss a host of issues, chief among them the Iranian nuclear threat and Iran's activities to destabilize the region.

White House:

'Herzog visit to highlight enduring partnership and friendship'

President Herzog and his counterpart will discuss opportunities to deepen Israel’s regional integration and more.

Despite tensions with US:

Progress made on Israel's inclusion in Visa Waiver Program

US will soon launch a pilot program that will examine the conditions for the entry to Israel of Palestinian Arabs with US citizenship.

Top diplomatic source:

'No knowledge of American decision to 'reassess' relationship'

The source emphasized that even if such a move would be done, it would not be unprecedented.

Thomas Friedman:

US to reassess relationship with Israel

According to the NYT columnist Pres. Biden will tell Pres. Herzog that a reassessment of the relationship is inevitable.

DeSantis:

'Biden meets with dictators but snubs Israeli Prime Minister'

Florida Governor criticizes Biden administration after Ambassador Nides said US is trying to keep Israel "from going of the rails".

White House issues rare statement on protests in Israel

White House calls on Israel to "respect the right of peaceful assembly" amid protests against judicial reform.

State Department spokesman:

'We'll continue to express our concerns about Israel'

State Department spokesperson responds to Minister Ben Gvir who, in response to Biden's criticism, said Israel is an independent country.

Ambassador Nides:

'We're trying to stop Israel from going off the rails'

Outgoing US Ambassador to Israel argues the judicial reform in Israel raises questions about Israel's democratic credentials.

US admin source reveals:

Deal with Saudi Arabia - Israel to relinquish land control to PA

According to the offer, Israel would recognize Palestinian state and transfer control over land in Judea and Samaria.

Biden's condition for meeting Netanyahu

US President intends to invite Netanyahu to Washington by the end of the year, but demands the judicial reform be approved with consensus.

Netanyahu to WSJ:

'Israel-US relationship stronger than ever'

Despite not being invited to WH, Prime Minister Netanyahu says he and Biden have a 'close friendship.'

'I screwed up'

US Ambassador regrets tweet comparing victims to terrorists

Ambassador Tom Nides assured that there is no deal with Iran on the table. 'Biden was gonna make sure that Israel was never surprised'

In conversation with FM Cohen:

Blinken 'conveys concern' over recent escalation of violence

Secretary of State says he expressed concern over recent violence as well as condolences for Israeli victims during conversation with Cohen.

Ministers Smotrich, Ben-Gvir not invited to US embassy event

Decision in line with Biden administration policy to snub Religious Zionst and Otzma Yehudit right-wing parties, ignoring 500,000 voters.

Israeli National Security Adv. meets US Assistant Sec. of State

Tzachi Hanegbi meets US Assistant Secretary of State for Near Eastern Affairs Barbara Leaf in Jerusalem.

US condemns attack near Eli:

'We will continue to work towards de-escalation'

State Department spokesperson also expresses concern about "the continuation of violence in Israel and the West Bank in recent weeks".

White House:

'Fundamental reforms require a broad basis of support'

US again says consensus is required on government’s planned judicial reform, after Netanyahu announced the legislation would be advanced.

Amid reports of Iran deal:

Assistant US Secretary of State to visit Israel

State Department announces Assistant Secretary of State for Near Eastern Affairs Barbara Leaf will meet senior Israeli officials.

White House:

'We've long made clear our concerns about settlements'

US on reports that Israel will approve 4,000 new housing units in Judea and Samaria: We don’t want to see steps that only increase tensions.

US source:

Harris spoke of judicial reform upon learning Rothman in crowd

US source says VP decided to comment on judicial reform after she became aware of Rothman's presence at Independence Day reception.

State Department:

'Blinken underscored ironclad commitment to Israel’s security'

Following conversation between Netanyahu and Blinken, Secretary of State says he and the PM discussed "areas of mutual interest".

President Nixon's son-in-law:

'It’s only through strength that you get respect'

Ed Cox, chairman of the New York Republican State Committee, speaks at Arutz Sheva Israel Heritage Foundation dinner in Manhattan.

VP Harris:

'Independent judiciary at the bedrock of US-Israel relationship'

Vice President Harris speaks at Israeli Embassy's Independence Day reception: We will continue to work towards a two-state solution.

Ambassador Erdan:

'Not inviting Netanyahu a serious mistake on the part of the US'

Israel’s UN Ambassador will take part in Jerusalem Conference in New York: New York is the capital of the Jewish people outside Israel.

Amid concerns over Iran:

Biden's security adviser meets Israeli officials

Jake Sullivan hosts Tzachi Hanegbi and Minister Ron Dermer, discusses enhanced coordination to prevent Iran from acquiring a nuclear weapon.

Blinken cancels visit to Israel

Secretary of State Antony Blinken cancelled a visit to Israel, allegedly for purely technical reasons.

Report:

US admin. plan: Israel-Saudi normalization for Israel's silence

The Americans are mulling a plan according to which the US would work to advance Israeli-Saudi ties in return for an Iran deal.

Sources:

Nides sent Netanyahu a letter urging him to suspend NGO bill

US Ambassador to Israel reportedly sent a letter to Netanyahu urging him not to move forward with the “Nonprofits Law”.