Israel-US

Senators to Biden admin:

'No equal treatment for US citizens? No Israel Visa Waiver'

16 senators call on Biden administration to ensure US citizens can travel freely to and from PA-assigned areas of Judea and Samaria.

MK Danny Danon:

'We respect the US but Israel's policy will be determined by us'

MK Danon responds to report that Biden admin won't agree to mediate Israel-Saudi talks unless judicial reforms are dropped.

Former US envoy:

'Iran doesn't fear us the way they need to fear us'

Dennis Ross, who served as a senior advisor to three US presidents, criticizes current administration's policy on Iran.

US National Security Advisor:

'Israel has the right to defend itself from rocket attacks'

Biden’s National Security Advisor, Jake Sullivan, speaks to Israeli counterpart, reaffirms ironclad support for Israel’s security.

Senator Ted Cruz: I stand with Israel

Senator Cruz supports Israeli counterterrorism operation in Gaza: The US must continue to support Israel’s right to defend itself.

National Security Advisor:

'Normalization with Saudis is one of our central goals'

Tzachi Hanegbi welcomes US counterpart's comments on Saudi normalization: We hope there will be a breakthrough soon.

US national security adviser:

'We are still working towards Israeli-Saudi normalization'

Biden’s national security adviser Jake Sullivan: I spoke to Netanyahu this week. We will ensure Iran doesn't achieve a nuclear weapon.

Top US official:

'Netanyahu visit to the White House will happen at some point'

White House national security spokesperson on Netanyahu visit: I expect the prime minister will visit at some point.

National Security Advisor:

'If Iran's uranium enrichment continues - Israel will act'

National Security Advisor Tzachi Hanegbi: If there had been no judicial reform - Netanyahu would have already visited the White House.

'I was thoroughly impressed':

CENTCOM Commander in Israel, visits naval commando unit

Head of US Central Command's visit focuses on continued cooperation and the strengthening of relations between the IDF and CENTCOM.

Ambassador Nides:

'On security matters, Israel and the US are lock-step'

US Ambassador to Israel says the US and Israel are like a family and "the relationship is strong and enduring".

UN Rapporteur:

'I will look into whether Israel is committing genocide'

Francesca Albanese participates in anti-Israel panel on Jewish State's 75th Independence Day, calls to 'move away from negotiated solution.'

Report:

Due to Ukraine aid, US ammo supply in Israel running low

The arms depots, which unofficially serve as an emergency supply for Israel, have been nearly emptied to aid the Ukrainian war effort.

Blinken:

'We remain unwavering in our commitment to Israel'

Secretary of State: The United States and Israel have built a partnership that transcends politics and benefits the people of both nations.

On Israel's Independence Day:

House approves pro-Israel resolution

House of Representatives approves resolution calling for expansion Abraham Accords and expressing support for US relations with Israel.

Biden congratulates Israel:

'We are proud to be counted among the first of Israel’s friends'

US President issues statement on Israel’s Independence Day: We are working together to build new alliances to meet 21st century challenges.

National Security Advisor:

'There's no disconnect between Israel and the US'

National Security Advisor Tzachi Hanegbi: When Biden realizes he won't be criticized for inviting Netanyahu, he will do it.

Israeli officials:

Austin sought to reassure Gallant over leaked Pentagon docs

US Defense Secretary privately tried to reassure his Israeli counterpart that administration is taking steps to prevent future leaks.

Democrats to Biden:

'Ensure aid to Israel isn't used in human rights violations'

14 Democratic lawmakers urge Biden administration to undertake "foundational shift" in its approach to Israeli-Palestinian Arab conflict.

Report:

US tries to reassure Israel after Pentagon leak

Biden administration tried to reassure Israel about security relationship, according to Israeli officials.

Senior US officials:

'Netanyahu will visit Washington before the end of the month'

Sky News Arabia cites US officials who say Hezbollah is providing Hamas with advanced missiles to strike Israel from Lebanon.

Defense Minister Gallant speaks with US counterpart

Minister Gallant briefed Secretary of Defense Austin on the recent terror attacks in Israel and the missiles fired from Gaza and Lebanon.

White House:

'We are extremely concerned over Al-Aqsa clashes'

White House stresses need to "avoid further escalation" after clashes between police and worshipers at Al-Aqsa Mosque.

US official:

'Israel's Middle East allies concerned over domestic tensions'

Under Secretary of State Barbara Leaf says she's heard concerns from "about the insecurity and instability in the West Bank."

New York Republican:

'Biden’s hostile comments toward Israel are shameful'

Rep. Elise Stefanik joins Republicans who criticized Biden over his response to the planned judicial reforms in Israel.

Lapid blasts Netanyahu:

'The biggest con man in Israel's history'

Opposition leader criticizes PM's conduct in crisis with US: For two months now, Israel has not been the closest ally of the United States.

Israeli National Security Advisor:

'There's a rather unusual US involvement in Israel's affairs'

Tzachi Hanegbi comments on Israel-US tensions, says other friends of Israel in the world have also expressed concerns.

Netanyahu responds to Biden:

'Israel makes its decisions by the will of its people'

PM responds to Biden: Israel makes its decisions by the will of its people and not based on pressures from abroad.

DeSantis to visit Israel, speak in Jerusalem

Florida Governor, a likely Republican presidential contender, will speak at a conference in Jerusalem on April 27.

Biden on Israel:

'I'm concerned, Netanyahu won't be invited in the near term'

US President comments on the recent goings on in Israel, says he will not be inviting Netanyahu to the White House in the near future.

US welcomes freezing of judicial reform in Israel

National security spokesperson John Kirby says Biden is not worried that Israel could devolve into civil war.

'Urgent need for compromise'

US 'deeply concerned' over developments in Israel

National Security Council Spokesperson urges compromises on judicial reform following dismissal of Defense Minister Yoav Gallant.

Senior Israeli official:

'The Americans tried to remove Netanyahu from power twice'

Israeli official: Biden administration isn't interfering in Israel’s affairs more than previous administrations.

Top US official John Kirby:

'Israel remains a strong ally and a deep, deep friend'

White House National Security Council Coordinator says "our support for Israel’s security will remain ironclad."

In rare move:

Israel's Ambassador to the US summoned by State Department

Ambassador Michael Herzog summoned to meeting with Deputy Secretary Wendy Sherman following approval of law repealing Disengagement.

Netanyahu speaks to Biden:

'Israel was and will be a strong and vibrant democracy'

Netanyahu and Biden speak about Iran and judicial reform. White House: Biden offered support for compromise on the proposed reforms.

Smotrich in the US:

'Despite all of our differences, we are one'

Finance Minister addresses Israel Bonds conference: I am committed to protect every innocent life, Jew or Arab.

Israeli official:

'Israel, US looking at Iran from a much closer point of view'

Senior Israeli official tells Axios that talks on Iran with US officials were very positive.

Former US Treasury Secretary:

'Israel is walking too close to the ledge'

Former US Treasury Secretary Lawrence Summers warns of economic damages that could be caused by judicial reform.

US State Department:

'Israel has the legitimate right to defend itself'

State Department spokesperson Ned Price stresses US backs Israel's right to self-defense, but also condemns violent riots in Huwara.

Pundit:

US concerned Israel will strike Iran without prior coordination

Ynet’s Ron Ben-Yishai: Reason for US top defense officials' visit to Israel is concern over surprise Israeli attack in Iran.

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.

'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.