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US Ambassador Says End to Visa Crisis Coming

Despite doubling in visa rejection rates for young Israelis, US ambassador to Israel stresses the days of the US visa are numbered.

Kerry Vows to Fight Israeli Visa Rejection Trend

State Department review finds visa rejections for young Israelis up to 32%, doubling since 2009 - Kerry commits to changing it.

Backtracking?

Kerry Denies Blaming Israel for Failure in Peace Talks

US Secretary of State meets with Liberman, claims he merely 'described sequence of events' in comment.

Report: Prime Minister 'Disappointed' with Kerry Over Blame Game

Source in Prime Minister's Office says US 'knew full well' the PA was uncooperative during talks, violated conditions by applying to UN.

Minister Calls to Cancel Oslo Accords

Housing and Construction Minister Uri Ariel declares Israel's right to 'break the rules' after PA runs to UN.

Arutz Sheva Exclusive

Report: Jonathan Pollard to Be Released in Two Weeks

Israeli source says Pollard deal is in the process of being secured - but at what cost?

Israeli and USA Army Chiefs Meet in Jerusalem

IDF Chief of Staff, US Joint Chief of Staff meet in Jerusalem, emphasize strength of relationship despite political differences.

US, Israel to Strengthen Defense Ties Despite Ya'alon Brouhaha

US Undersecretary for Arms Control and International Security to meet with Israeli officials this week, US-Israel tensions notwithstanding.

Naftali Bennett Lauds Defense Minister for Speaking Out

Jewish Home Chairman defends Ya'alon for criticizing the US, noting 'his mouth and heart are the same' and in Israel's best interests.

Kerry 'Protests' to Prime Minister Over Criticism from Ya'alon

In rare move, State Department issues strong complaint after Defense Minister slams US policy on Iran.

Jonathan Pollard Released from Hospital - and Back to His Cell

Israeli agent returns to prison cell, but still in excruciating pain, according to wife Esther.

Netanyahu Pushing White House for Pollard's Release

Prime Minister reveals 'not a conversation goes by' without him asking for the Israeli agent's freedom.

US and Israel Worked Together to Track, Raid Iranian Weapon Ship

White House reveals its role in the raid, follows Israel's lead in calling on the international community to condemn Iran.

US Bars Shin Bet, Mossad Agents from Visiting

U.S. reportedly turns down visa requests from Mossad, Shin Bet agents; change may mean fewer American exports to Israel.

'There is No Chance of a Palestinian State'

Housing and Construction Minister Uri Ariel says Netanyahu appears to be standing up to US pressure on 'framework for peace.'

'Everyone Cooperated with the US Against Us'

Ann Pollard, ex-wife of Jonathan Pollard, gives rare interview about her Kafkaesque experiences during the Pollard affair and in US prison.

Nationalists 'Apologize' to US Ambassador After Stormy Meeting

Land of Israel Lobby in the Knesset issues apology Wednesday after meeting with US Ambassador Dan Shapiro goes south.

U.S. Congressmen in Samaria: Israel is an Important Friend

Senator Bill Johnson and Congressman David McKinley visit Judea and Samaria, affirm their country's friendship with Israel.

Gallup Poll: Israel Most Popular in Middle East

Support for Israel among Americans hits 23-year high.

Livni Attacks MKs for Opposing Building Freeze

Justice Minister Tzipi Livni lashes out at nationalist MKs over attempt to prevent another building freeze.

US 'Narrowing the Gaps' on a Framework Agreement

US Secretary of State John Kerry meets with Jordan, PA to discuss peace, claims that negotiations are advancing.

Building Freeze? 'Delusional'

Minister Hits Out over Reports US Pushing for Building Freeze

Minister of Housing Uri Ariel says US needs to 'stop and think' about its failures throughout Middle East before pressuring Israel.

'The Kerry Plan? Don't Worry about It'

Netanyahu confidant MK Tzahi Hanegbi declares to Arutz Sheva that there is no need to be concerned about the US 'framework for peace.'

Lapid: 'We are a Legion of 19 Spears' Protecting Peace Agenda

Finance Minister Yair Lapid insists in speech to American leaders that peace deal is the key to economic, political, and internal stability.

Website Takes 'John Kerry Solutions' Satire to English-Speakers

On the heels of viral success, new 'John Kerry Solutions Ltd' website emphasizes US's 'legacy of failure' in the Middle East.

Liberman: Kerry 'A Good Friend of Israel'

Foreign Minister praises Secretary of State, blasts Bennett over 'belligerence,' calls Meretz an 'Arab party in Israel.'

'America is Not to Blame for Our Stupidity'

Political analyst says US pressure on Israel makes sense - and that Israel only has itself to blame.

Uri Ariel: 'Israel Will Not Concede'

Housing Minister and Jewish Home MK urges nation, Prime Minister to remain strong in face of boycott threats.

'Boycotting Israel will Only Hurt the Palestinian Arabs'

Res. Colonel and former MK Moshe Peled notes hypocrisy, ineffectiveness of boycott threats against Israel in Arutz Sheva interview.

MK Attacks US's Use of Jewish Refugees to Gain Land Concessions

MK Nissim Ze'ev speaks to Arutz Sheva, slams Kerry peace framework for trading land for Jewish refugee clause.

Livni: Kerry is Actually Defending Israel From Boycotts

Justice Minister Tzipi Livni defends Kerry's boycott threats against Israel, claims 'settlements' build 'wall of hate' against Israel.

Poll: Most Americans Oppose Obama, Support Israel

ZOA poll reveals that most Americans - even those outside Jewish communities - oppose Washington's anti-Israel policies.

‘Don’t Make Us America’s Next Mistake’

Expert warns America: before pushing peace deal, remember Iraq, Iran, Libya and Egypt.

US Officially Approves Waiver to Lift Sanctions on Iran

It's official: the US approves waiver of select sanctions in Iran, claims Iran has begun curbing nuclear program.

Pentagon Unveils Details of Osprey Sale to Israel

Pentagon to sell sell six tilt-rotor Osprey aircraft to Israel, in a deal worth $1.13 billion.

Report: White House Expects Netanyahu to Condemn Yaalon Comments

A 'senior source' states that Prime Minister Binyamin Netanyahu himself is expected to reject the criticism leveled at peace plan.

Arutz Sheva Exclusive

Pollard's Handler: This Time He Really Could Go Free

Rafi Eitan, Jonathan Pollard's former handler, tells Arutz Sheva that recent developments, coupled with 'the right pressure' could free him.

Gilad Shalit Joins Calls to Release Jonathan Pollard

Shalit, who was kidnapped by Hamas and kept prisoner for 5 years, joins mounting calls for US to release Jonathan Pollard.

Outrage Continues Over US Spying Allegations

US 'spied on former Defense Minister from apartment across the street'. Netanyahu: We don't need special occasion to demand Pollard release.

Liberman: Israel-PA Dialogue May Fail, But Important to Continue

Foreign Minister Avigdor Liberman, speaking from the Saban Center for Middle Eastern Policy in Washington, stresses importance of talks.

US to Present Judea, Samaria 'Security Proposal' to Israel

US Secretary of State to impose his own ideas on Israel during Kerry visit; Israel responds: we will not compromise our security.

Israel and U.S. to Hold Joint Drill as Iran Deal Expires

Message to Iran: Israel and the U.S. will hold a joint military drill in six months, just as the interim agreement is due to expire.

U.S. Official: Israel's Position on Iran Could Lead to War

Top White House official warns that Israel’s proposal that Iran totally dismantle its nuclear capacity would likely lead to war.

Hanegbi: Israel, America can Disagree

Likud MK reminds Israelis that Israel and America have been at loggerheads in the past. ‘No need to panic.’

Expert: Time to say ‘Enough’ to America

Mideast expert warns pressure from Europe, America will never end ‘no matter how much we concede.’

Rivlin: We Can’t Afford to Fight with America

Former Knesset speaker warns against open conflict with the US position on Iran.

Report: America Spied on Israeli Military

US spy agency reportedly spied on ‘high priority targets’ in Israel, while simultaneously sharing information.

PM Tells Ministers: Don't Talk about US-Iran Call

Netanyahu does not want ministers embarrassing him ahead of his meeting with Obama.

Official: U.S. Will Notify Israel Ahead of Syria Strike

The United States would notify Israel hours in advance of an attack on Syria, says Israeli official.

Invoking Israel, Kerry Says Congress will Vote 'Aye'

Bashar al-Assad discounts “American threats” as US says sarin gas was used in August 21 massacre.

Israel a Top Target for U.S. Spying, Leaked Documents Reveal

The Obama administration views Israel as one of the top spying threats, according to documents leaked by Edward Snowden.

Israeli Delegation Visits U.S., Meets Susan Rice

Iran and Syria are on the agenda as an Israeli delegation, headed by Israel's national security advisor, arrives in Washington.

Chief of Staff of the U.S. Air Force Concludes Visit to Israel

The Chief of Staff of the U.S. Air Force, General Mark Welsh, departed Israel on Thursday after a four-day work visit.

America's Top Military Chief to Visit Israel Next Week

Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff, General Martin Dempsy, to discuss Iran, Syria and events in Sinai Peninsula with his IDF counterpart.

‘Americans Know the Two-State Solution has Failed’

Dayan says American leaders realize ‘two-state solution’ is a bust. MK: even Kerry knows there won’t be a PA state.

Report: Kerry Offers Freeze for Negotiations

U.S. Secretary of State suggests Israel freeze construction if it wants talks with the PA.

Rivlin: U.S. Criticism is Out of Line

MK: Kerry was wrong to condemn settlement legalization; lack of peace talks is not Israel’s fault.

'The UN Has Inverted Right and Wrong', Says Expert

It's time to re-think the United Nations, which turns Israel into a villain, says human rights scholar Anne Bayefsky.

Netanyahu Meets Hagel – Iran on Agenda

Iranian nukes are "a challenge that Israel cannot accept," says Netanyahu.

Pentagon Requests More Funding for Iron Dome

The Pentagon has requested $220.3 million to bolster Iron Dome, despite broader cuts to U.S. military spending.