TV report:
US mulling preventing Smotrich from entering the country
Report says discussions are currently taking place in Washington on whether to grant Smotrich an entry visa for his visit this week.
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'Persona non grata on steroids'
US officials livid, will boycott Smotrich
TV report: US officials are livid following Smotrich’s call to “wipe out” Huwara, will not meet him during his visit to Washington.
Gallant:
'Cooperation required to prevent Iran from nuclear weapon'
Minister of Defense Yoav Gallant meets General Mark Milley, who arrived in Israel for meetings with Israeli officials.
Mitch McConnell:
'US shouldn't weigh in on Israel's judicial reform'
Senate Minority Leader tells Axios: I don't have an opinion on Israel's judicial reform.
US Amb. takes swipe at Chikli:
'An Israeli official that I don’t know'
Ambassador Tom Nides fires back after Minister Amichai Chikli told him to "mind his own business" when it comes to the judicial reform.
Herzog meets Democratic senators
President Herzog meets delegation of Democratic US Senators, headed by Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer.
Bernie Sanders:
'Israel's government is racist, we should attach strings to aid'
Senator Sanders: The US gives billions of dollars in aid to Israel. I think we've got to put some strings attached to that.
Blinken to Netanyahu:
'Urgent need to take steps to restore calm'
US Secretary of State reiterates support for two-state solution in conversation with Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu.
State Department:
'Security Council resolution condemning Israel is unhelpful'
State Department says UN resolution criticizing Israeli construction in Judea and Samaria is “unhelpful” but won't commit to vetoing it.
US mulling further steps against Judea and Samaria construction
US officials tell Axios the Israelis were told there will be a strong response to new Judea and Samaria construction.
VP Harris:
'An independent judiciary is foundational for a democracy'
US Vice President weighs in on the judicial reform in Israel.
US official:
'We strongly oppose expansion of settlements'
Senior US administration official: We’re concerned by reports about a process to legalize outposts that are illegal under Israeli law.
Juniper Oak- what is Israel’s strike capacity against Iran?
The exercise was designed to simulate a joint US-Israel strike against Iran's nuclear facilities, but what if Israel is left alone? Op-ed.
Blinken describes 'productive' meeting with FM Cohen
Secretary of State, who is visiting Israel, says of meeting with FM Eli Cohen: We discussed the strength of the bilateral relationship.
Nikki Haley:
'Israel has a right to self-defense'
Former US Ambassador to the UN in a show of support for Israel following weekend of terror.
Blinken takes off for Israel:
'The trip underscores our commitment to bilateral relationships'
US Secretary of State will visit Egypt and the PA as well, and meet with senior leaders.
Top US official:
'Important for PA and Israel to retain security coordination'
US Assistant Secretary for Near Eastern Affairs on Jenin raid: We are urging de-escalation. It doesn't make sense to go international fora.
Democratic lawmaker warns:
'Israeli government's actions could erode US support'
Congressman Brad Sherman: Israel has one friend in the world. Those who risk US support should know what they’re doing.
Netanyahu promised Sullivan:
'The judicial reform will pass with broad agreement'
Prime Minister reportedly conveyed a message of reassurance to the US administration regarding the judicial reform.
Mike Pompeo
Netanyahu spread false rumors for political gain
In a new memoir the former Secretary of State says the ties between the US and Israel 'a real special relationship'.
Amb. Nides on Ben Gvir:
'There’s no boycott. I don’t do boycotts'
US Ambassador to Israel about Levin's judicial reform: The Israeli people don’t want to be lectured by America.
State Department spokesperson:
'Israel's sanctions on PA exacerbate tensions'
State Department spokesperson Ned Price says US is against unilateral moves that exacerbate tensions between Israel and the PA.
Netanyahu to AIPAC leaders:
'It's time to close ranks between Israel and the United States'
PM speaks to AIPAC leaders: The entire world sees what we've been talking about, that Iran is a terrible, repressive, terrorist regime.
US to Security Council:
'We oppose actions that depart from status quo on Temple Mount'
US Deputy Ambassador to the UN says Biden administration holds Israel responsible for maintaining the status quo on the Temple Mount.
'Pathological obsession':
Cruz blasts Biden over condemnation of Israel
Senator Ted Cruz criticizes Biden administration after top officials accuse Israel of changing status quo on Temple Mount.
State Department spokesperson:
'Ben Gvir's Temple Mount visit could lead to violence'
Spokesperson for US Embassy in Israel says Ambassador Nides “has been very clear on the issue of preserving the status quo in Jerusalem".
White House official:
Biden's national security adviser planning Israel trip
Dates for Jake Sullivan's meetings have not been set yet, says administration official.
Blinken:
'I look forward to working with the new Israeli government'
Secretary of State: We will work with the new government to address the many challenges facing Israel and the Middle East.
Report:
US Jewish leaders raise alarm over new Israeli government
Several US Jewish leaders warned Israeli officials that extremist moves by the new government could seriously hamper support for Israel.
United States:
3.8 billion dollars for Israel
US congress approved the 2023 budget which includes $3.3 billion in defense aid for Israel and $225 million in aid for the Palestinians
New US visa policy?
Embassy considers barring Jews suspected of anti-Arab violence
Frustration with results of Israeli elections and perceived inaction on "settler violence" may be playing a role.
US plans 'Negev Summit 2'
US official says Washington plans a meeting early in 2023 between Israel and Arab nations that recognize it.
Israeli Ambassador to US meets Ron DeSantis
Ambassador Michael Herzog thanks Florida Governor DeSantis for his support of Israel and steps against antisemitism.
'Blatant antisemitic rhetoric'
UN official under fire over comments on 'Jewish lobby'
Israel and the US blast UN lawyer after she was revealed to have said in 2014 that the “Jewish lobby” controls the United States.
Trump:
'Jewish leaders should be ashamed of themselves'
Former President says US Jewish leaders forgot he was the best US President for Israel.
US Ambassador to Israel:
'I'll work with the government, take care of the Palestinians'
Ambassador Tom Nides avoids question of whether he would work with the designated Minister of National Security, Itamar Ben Gvir.
Trump:
'We could have truly had peace in the Middle East'
Former President speaks at Republican Jewish Coalition event in Las Vegas, says again US Jews “don’t appreciate” his Israel policies.
Gantz to US Defense Secretary:
'You are a true friend of the State of Israel'
Defense Minister Benny Gantz holds conversation with US counterpart Lloyd Austin as Gantz prepares to leave his post.
Danny Danon:
'No one will investigate our soldiers'
Danny Danon on US reservations about Ben Gvir as minister: We respect US democracy, and we ask our friends to respect our democracy.
White House:
'Biden reaffirmed the strength of US-Israel partnership'
White House says Biden and Netanyahu agreed to speak again after Israel's new government is formed.
Blinken speaks to Lapid following elections in Israel
Secretary of State says he commended PM for Israel's free and fair elections and underscored US-Israel relationship.
Biden expected to call Netanyahu in the coming days
US President busy with midterm elections, but White House officials says it is important for Biden to open a clean slate with Netanyahu.
Pennsylvania candidate's wife:
'We probably love Israel more than a lot of Jews do'
Wife of candidate for Governor Doug Mastriano tells Israeli reporter: We probably love Israel more than a lot of Jews do.
'Proud to stand with Israel'
Herzog invited to address Congress for Israel's 75th anniversary
Pelosi and Schumer invited Herzog to address joint meeting of Congress as Israel prepares to celebrate the 75th anniversary of its founding.
Blinken to Herzog:
'We are standing together against threats'
President Isaac Herzog meets US Secretary of State Antony Blinken as part of his visit to Washington.
US 'deeply concerned' by UN Commission's anti-Israel report
United States condemns UN's Commission of Inquiry's latest report: It further demonstrates the disproportionate treatment of Israel.
'Ostracize extremists'
Second US lawmaker speaks out against Ben Gvir
Congressman Brad Sherman calls on Israeli political leaders to ostracize Ben Gvir: These extremists undermine the US-Israel relationship.
US demands Israel investigate death of 7-year-old PA boy
Seven-year-old's family claims he died due to a heart attack when Israeli soldiers arrived at his home to search for his two brothers.
Tlaib in TV interview:
'Israel has an apartheid system, two-state solution won't work'
Rep. Rashida Tlaib lashes out at Israel, says the US must change its policies towards it.
Ahead of nuclear deal:
Lapid's office trying to coordinate conversation with Biden
Ahead of signing of agreement between Iran and world powers, Lapid also seeks a face-to-face meeting with Biden.
Report:
Lapid reprimanded Mossad chief following criticism of US
Lapid reportedly told Mossad chief that his criticism of US administration was not in line with official Israeli talking points.
US National Security Council:
'US committed to ensure Iran never obtains a nuclear weapon'
US National Security Council: Sullivan stressed to Gantz that the US is committed to ensuring Iran never obtains a nuclear weapon.
Gantz:
'Visit to CENTCOM was successful'
Defense Minister will continue his visit to the US with a meeting in Washington with National Security Advisor Jake Sullivan.
Top White House official:
'Biden understands concerns, but determined to rejoin JCPOA'
US National Security Council coordinator John Kirby argues that Iran deal would reinstate most strenuous inspection protocols on Iran.
ZOA to State Department:
'Support Israel in fight against terrorist-supporting NGOs'
ZOA criticizes US call for clarification on IDF raids of six PA NGOs that were blacklisted as terrorist organizations by Israel.
Israel to US:
'The Iranians refused the agreement, don't insist on it'
Senior political official: Iran refused the Europeans' offer, it's time to get up and leave.
US seeks clarifications on Israeli raids of PA organizations
State Department spokesperson says US has asked Israel for more information following raids of offices of blacklisted PA groups.
Israeli officials believe:
Iran close to returning to nuclear deal
Israeli political officials believe that Iran is interested in rejoining nuclear deal even though no agreements have yet been reached.
Israel concerned US will make additional concessions to Iran
Israeli officials understand a nuclear deal with Iran may be close, but cannot assess the chances of an agreement being reached.
US condemns Jerusalem bus attack
State Department spokesperson: We remain in close contact with our Israeli partners and stand firmly with them in the face of this attack.
