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Trump signs defense bill including aid to Israel

Trump signs into law defense spending bill which codifies memorandum of understanding with Israel.

Senate solidifies aid package for Israel

Senate approves measure that codifies $38 billion defense aid package for Israel into law.

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Trump's threat to Iran indication of joint Israeli-US strategy

Trump, like Netanyahu, stands up to Iran at every juncture.

Israel, U.S. increase the pressure on Iran

Report: Israel and the United States formed a joint working group focusing on internal efforts to encourage protests within Iran.

U.S. appears to back Israel on removal of BDS activists

State Department spokeswoman says U.S. does not support BDS, says countries have the right to prevent entry to activists.

Israel responds: Thank you President Trump

Israel thanks U.S. for withdrawing from UN Human Rights Council. "An unequivocal statement that enough is enough."

Friedman in Washington for talks on Trump peace plan

U.S. ambassador to Israel is in Washington for discussions at the White House and State Department about the administration's peace plan.

'We are very fortunate to have Trump'

Philanthropist Henry Schwartz spoke to Arutz Sheva at the Yeshivat Hesder Sderot Gala Dinner.

Obama aide says Netanyahu backed him on Syria

Former Obama aide Ben Rhodes claims in new book that Netanyahu supported Obama's decision not to attack Syria in 2013.

Celebrate Israel: A day of support and unity

Relations between Israel and the United States are at an all-time peak, says Minister Ofir Akunis.

Abbas refused to meet Democratic delegation

PA chairman refused to meet with a delegation of Democratic lawmakers due to his anger over Trump's Jerusalem recognition.

Scaramucci to Arutz Sheva: I believe in a one-state solution

Former White House Communications director: You can't have a two-state solution when one of those states supports terror.

'Support for Trump continues to grow'

Caroline Glick believes the relocation of the U.S. embassy to Jerusalem has created a new reality.

'Trump kept his promise'

Veteran diplomat Yoram Ettinger: By moving embassy, U.S. said it won't be intimidated by threats.

Pence: By recognizing Jerusalem, we chose fact over fiction

Vice President welcomes embassy relocation, vows the U.S. will never allow Iran to obtain a nuclear weapon.

American official:

'Israel will not pay a price for embassy relocation'

Senior U.S. official: Trump moving the American Embassy to Jerusalem serves U.S. interests and is not part of a “give-and-take” with Israel.

Trump's envoy: Hamas using protests to attack Israel

Jason Greenblatt blasts Hamas, says Iran is to blame for instability in the region.

Watch: Happy Independence Day from the White House

White House releases video in honor of Israel’s 70th Independence Day.

Netanyahu thanks Trump: We have no better friend than America

PM Netanyahu thanks U.S. President for his greeting in honor of Israel’s 70th Independence Day.

Trump's peace plan nearly complete

Trump administration has nearly completed Israel-PA peace plan. It will not include commitment to two-state solution.

Pelosi to lead Democratic delegation to Israel

House Minority Leader Nancy Pelosi, along with ten House Democrats, to visit Israel and Jordan.

'Israel is a democracy in a sea of dictatorships'

Chele Farley, Republican candidate for the Senate in New York, stresses her support for Israel and Jerusalem at NCYI gala.

'Fix the Iran deal or cancel it'

Prime Minister Netanyahu meets Senate and House leaders following his AIPAC speech.

Pence: America stands with Israel, always

Vice President Pence speaks at AIPAC conference, reiterates America’s commitment to Israel.

Netanyahu: I will discuss Iran's aggression with Trump

Netanyahu leaves for Washington, where he will address the AIPAC conference and meet with President Donald Trump.

House bill would codify U.S.-Israel MOU into law

Bipartisan bill would codify into law a 2016 memorandum of understanding guaranteeing Israel $38 billion in defense assistance.

Report: Countries discussed how to manipulate Kushner

Israel reportedly among four countries which privately discussed ways they can manipulate Trump’s son-in-law and senior adviser.

Senators call for an increase in military aid to Israel

Senators who just returned from trip to Israel call for increase in $38 billion the U.S. provides in military aid.

Jewish leader:

'The world has been turned upside down'

Martin Oliner welcomes Trump administration’s decision to move the embassy to Jerusalem, praises his administration.

Watch: Republican congressmen summarize Israel visit

Congressmen Scott Tipton and David B. McKinley discuss visiting Judea and Samaria, their meeting with Netanyahu and U.S.-Israel relations.

Netanyahu: A great day for the people of Israel

Watch: Netanyahu hails U.S. announcement that it would move its embassy to Jerusalem in time for Israel's 70th Independence Day.

U.S. Embassy in Jerusalem to open in May

State Department confirms opening of embassy in Jerusalem will coincide with Israel’s 70th Independence Day.

Netanyahu to meet Trump at the White House

Prime Minister Netanyahu will visit the White House on March 5, says senior U.S. administration official.

Ambassador Friedman: Next year in Jerusalem

Jerusalem Mayor hosts the leaders of the communities and religions and representatives of the diplomatic corps in the city.

State Department prioritizes funding for Jerusalem embassy

In budget proposal for 2019, State Department prioritizes funding for facility for embassy in Jerusalem.

Tillerson not planning to stop in Israel during Mideast tour

Secretary of State keeping tabs on situation in northern border but not planning on stopping in Israel during his tour of the Middle East.

Cruz: America stands with Israel in wake of Iran's aggression

Senator Ted Cruz urges the world to take decisive action against Iran following the incident in Israel's north.

Trump's envoy meets Netanyahu

Jason Greenblatt says he had a productive meeting on the peace process with Prime Minister Netanyahu.

Obama: I gave Israel more military aid than anyone

Former president defends his actions vis-a-vis Israel in speech before Reform synagogue in New York.

Report: U.S. embassy to move to Jerusalem by 2019

Senior officials say plan is to convert existing consular building to an embassy.

Trump: Embassy won't move to Jerusalem within a year

Trump denies Netanyahu's remarks that U.S. embassy in Israel would move to Jerusalem within a year.

Haley: We will be 'taking names' at General Assembly

Ambassador Haley criticizes upcoming vote at UN against U.S. recognition of Jerusalem as Israel's capital.

Jewish leaders criticize 'ill-conceived' UN resolution

Conference of Presidents commends U.S. for vetoing Security Council resolution on Jerusalem. American Jewish Congress welcomes veto as well.

Pence delays Israel visit

U.S. Vice President delays Middle East visit until mid-January so he can take part in Senate vote on tax reforms.

U.S. expects Western Wall to be part of Israel

Administration official says Washington cannot envision situation under which the Western Wall would not be a part of Israel.

Haley: Israel will never be bullied into an agreement

U.S. ambassador says Trump remains committed to Israel-PA peace and his Jerusalem decision doesn't change that.

Trump: We're proud to stand with the people of Israel

Trump hosts first Hanukkah party, says he's thinking all about Jerusalem.

MK Hazan:

'Trump told everyone that he means business'

Likud MK welcomes recognition of Jerusalem as Israel's capital, says the move will actually bring peace closer.

State Department to Israel: Temper response to Jerusalem move

United States asking Israel to temper its response to Jerusalem recognition, fearing backlash.

Security Council to hold urgent meeting on Jerusalem

Eight countries call for urgent meeting of UN Security Council following Trump's recognition of Jerusalem.

Trump delays decision on embassy move

White House says decision on embassy waiver will be delayed until after Monday.

Recognition of Jerusalem to replace US Embassy move?

US official tells Arutz Sheva recognition of Jerusalem as capital would partially fulfill US President Trump's promise to move US Embassy.

Erekat:

'Trump recognition of Jerusalem is playing with fire'

PA officials criticize reports that Trump is planning to recognize Jerusalem as Israel's capital.

Trump could recognize Jerusalem on Wednesday

Unnamed official says Trump will deliver a speech on Wednesday recognizing Jerusalem as Israel’s capital.

Minister Katz:

'The smiles have been wiped off the Palestinians' faces'

Transportation and Intelligence Minister at Arutz Sheva conference: PA must choose between axis of evil and axis of friendship.

Rivlin:

'Israel will always be the home of every Jew'

President Rivlin addresses JFNA General Assembly, stresses importance of Israel-Diaspora relations.

Report: Trump's team drafting peace plan

New York Times reports Trump and his advisers are developing new framework for Israel-PA peace.

MKs, Members of Congress: Let Israel win

MKs, Members of Congrerss sign document calling on US government not to dictate solution to Israeli-Arab conflict

Pence to visit Israel during Hanukkah

U.S. Vice President to travel to Israel in December, discuss peace and other issues with Netanyahu.

Report: UN promotes anti-Semitic, pro-terror groups

Human rights NGO issues stinging report showing how UN gives accreditation to anti-Semitic groups and groups which support terror attacks.