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Netanyahu: United in our desire to stop Iranian aggression
Netanyahu expresses support for Trump's stance against Iranian aggression.
Cruz: The US stands with our Israeli allies
Texas Senator condemns rocket fire, says Israel is exercising its "absolute right to self-defense".
Trump: We support Israel 100%
US President backs Israel, warns the people of Gaza that continued terror attacks will bring them nothing but misery.
Pence: We stand by our great ally Israel
US Vice President expresses support for Israel’s right to defend itself against the ongoing rocket attacks.
Anti-Israel legislation submitted to US Congress
Legislation proposed by Democratic Rep. Betty McCollum would prohibit US funding to IDF over detention of children.
Israeli ambassador praises Trump at White House reception
Ambassador Ron Dermer speaks at White House reception for Jewish leaders, praises Trump administration and its Israel policy.
US int'l maps include Golan Heights as part of Israel
US envoy Jason Greenblatt unveils new US international maps following Trump recognition of Israeli sovereignty over the Golan Heights.
O’Rourke congratulates Netanyahu after calling him racist
Democratic presidential hopeful Beto O’Rourke congratulates Netanyahu on his reelection.
Bolton hails US-Israel relations
Following meeting with Israeli counterpart, National Security Advisor hails US-Israel strategic partnership.
Report: Trump plan won't include Palestinian state
Sources familiar with "Deal of the Century" say plan will focus heavily on Israeli security concerns.
Pompeo congratulates Netanyahu
Secretary of State on Twitter: Mazal Tov to Netanyahu on his re-election. The US-Israel alliance is unbreakable.
US presidential candidate suggests Netanyahu is racist
Presidential hopeful Beto O’Rourke says US-Israel relationship must transcend “a prime minister who is racist.”
Senator calls for mutual defense agreement with Israel
Sen. Lindsey Graham says US should tell the world that “an attack against Israel would be considered an attack against the United States”.
Trump reaffirms US commitment to Israel's security
In summary of Trump-Netanyahu meeting, White House says Trump made note of interests between Israel and Arab states.
US preparing official document on Golan recognition
Trump likely to sign document to codify recognition of Israeli sovereignty of the Golan Heights during meeting with Netanyahu next week.
Turkey blasts Trump's announcement on Golan Heights
Turkey's Foreign Minister says US recognition of Israel's sovereignty over the Golan Heights will lead to more violence.
US lawmakers praise Trump over Golan Heights move
Senators Cruz, Cotton and Rep. Gallagher say Trump's recognition of Israeli sovereignty over Golan enhances security of both Israel and US.
Trump on Golan Heights:
'Even those who are against Netanyahu are in favor'
Trump tells FOX Business he has been thinking about Israel's sovereignty in the Golan Heights for “a long time.”
The Christian Senator asked for a mezuzah
Senator Mike Lee, who is close to the administration, asked the head of the Shomron Council to affix a mezuzah at the door of his office.
Pro-Israel voices silenced at the UN
UN Human Rights Council interrupts,cuts audio of speaker rebutting anti-Israel lies during debate on alleged Israeli 'war crimes.'
Pompeo: Israel has the right to protect its citizens
US Secretary of State expresses support for Israel’s right to defend itself after the rocket fire on Tel Aviv.
US aid to Israel included in 2020 budget
Despite cuts elsewhere, US military aid for Israel included in 2020 fiscal plan sent by the White House to Congress.
AIPAC: US-Israel partnership 'a pillar of our foreign policy'
AIPAC stresses importance of US-Israel relationship ahead of its upcoming policy conference.
Pompeo to visit Israel before election
State Department spokesman stresses Pompeo's visit is not intended to send any message to Israel.
US presidential candidate criticizes Netanyahu
Elizabeth Warren, who is seeking the Democratic nomination for 2020 election, says US should “call out” corruption in Israel.
'Trump's hug will make it difficult for Netanyahu to refuse'
Yesha Council chairman does not intend to interfere in the election campaign, but promises to fight if "Deal of the Century' is implemented.
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Greenblatt to Arutz Sheva: 'Peace plan will not be just slogans'
Special interview with US envoy following the ground-breaking Warsaw conference and in preparation for US peace plan.
Cruz: Democrats sacrificing the security of our allies
Texas Senator blasts Senate Democrats after they block pro-Israel legislation over the government shutdown.
Rubio reintroduces pro-Israel legislation
Florida Republican Senator reintroduces pro-Israel legislation that did not get passed in the last Congress.
US reiterates support for Israel's right to defend itself
State Department spokesman says US "fully supports" Israel’s right to defend itself against Iran's actions in the region.
Bolton to visit Israel, discuss Syria
US national security adviser to visit Turkey and Israel in January to coordinate on Syria.
State Department confirms Pompeo-Netanyahu meeting
US Secretary of State will meet next week with PM Netanyahu in Brazil, where both will attend inauguration of Jair Bolsonaro.
Trump: We give Israel $4.5 billion every year, they'll be good
US President says Israel knows how to defend itself very well and so it will be fine even after the US withdrawal from Syria.
Mattis cancels trip to Israel
US Defense Secretary cancels visit to Israel in the wake of his resignation.
'Our goal is to make Israel a non-political issue'
IAC CEO Shohan Nicolet sums up the 2018 National Conference.
'No country does more to protect US from terrorism than Israel'
Senior Democratic lawmakers speak at IAC Conference in Miami. Pelosi: The security of Israel is essential to the solution.
Friedman: We're very cognizant of Israel's security needs
US Ambassador to Israel: Possible alliances between Israel and Arab states give the Israeli public some confidence.
Trump: Israel is one reason we're staying in the Middle East
President Trump hints Israel is one of the reasons that he is keeping US military forces in the Middle East.
Watch: Happy Thanksgiving from PM Netanyahu
Prime Minister Netanyahu wishes Americans a Happy Thanksgiving. "We count our blessing of having this extraordinary friendship with the US."
US Jewish leaders:
'Time to stop inane anti-Israel bias at the UN'
Conference of Presidents, Young Israel applaud US for voting against UN resolution condemning Israel's presence in the Golan.
'The only consideration is Israel's national interest'
Prime Minister's Office responds to comments by Israeli official that Trump peace plan may be delayed due to early elections in Israel.
Pro-Israel candidate wins Florida Senate seat
Rick Scott defeats Democratic Senator Bill Nelson in Florida Senate race that triggered two recounts.
As promised, US votes against UN resolution on Golan
Non-binding resolution condemning Israeli "occupation" of the Golan Heights approved by a majority of 151 to 2, with four abstentions.
US to vote 'no' on anti-Israel UN resolution
Ambassador Haley says US will vote “no” on annual UN resolution condemning Israeli “occupation” of the Golan Heights.
Senator Cruz: I stand unequivocally with Israel
Texas Senator reiterates support for Israel as Gaza terrorists fire rocket barrage at southern Israel.
US stands by Israel
State Department spokeswoman condemns Gaza rocket attacks against Israel, says US stands with Israel as it defends itself.
State Department: We stand with Israel
State Department condemns Hamas rocket attacks on Israel, reaffirms Israel’s right to defend itself.
Florida Governor-elect vows to fight BDS
Ron DeSantis, a longtime Israel supporter, says Trump should recognize Israeli sovereignty over the Golan Heights.
'As long as Trump is in the White House, we're all set'
Former Israeli ambassador to Washington Danny Ayalon believes midterm elections set Trump up nicely for 2020 elections.
‘Haley was a locomotive’
Watch: Duvi Honig, CEO of the Orthodox Jewish Chamber of Commerce, interviewed on Turkish television.
Pompeo: US-Israel relations stronger than ever
Secretary of State says Israel is "is everything we want the entire Middle East to look like".
US: Israel has right to determine who enters
State Department official says US in touch with student who was refused entry to Israel due to her support for BDS.
Pence: We're proud to stand with Israel
US Vice President reiterates Washington’s support for Israel following meeting between Trump and Netanyahu.
House supports $38 billion aid package for Israel
House of Representatives approves defense aid package for Israel negotiated in the final days of the Obama administration.
Expert:
'Just as Trump pressures them, he can also pressure us'
Prof. Shmuel Sandler warns Trump could pressure Israel just as he pressures the PA.
Trump: Israel will have to pay a 'high price' in peace talks
Trump says Israel will have to pay a "high price" in its peace talks with the PA in return for the U.S. embassy relocating to Jerusalem.
Iranians indicted in U.S. for spying on Jewish facility
Two Iranian men indicted for allegedly spying for Tehran in the United States.
Young Israel thanks U.S. for support for Israel
National Council of Young Israel welcomes new defense authorization act including aid to Israel.
Trump signs defense bill including aid to Israel
Trump signs into law defense spending bill which codifies memorandum of understanding with Israel.