Israel-US

'Israel Gap' Growing between U.S. Parties

Republican support for Israel is 25 points higher than in Democratic Party, where only 53%, sympathize with Israel.

Obama's Muslim Adviser: Assad Too Soft on Israel

A Muslim adviser to the Obama White House tweeted last week that Syrian President Bashar al-Assad can't deliver 'resistance to Israel.'

Peres to Thank Obama, U.S. in AIPAC Speech

In his speech at the AIPAC Policy Conference, President Shimon Peres will thank President Obama for his support for Israel.

Report: US Preparing Iran Strike Plan

America is preparing a plan to strike Iranian nuclear targets if sanctions fail to persuade Tehran to halt its atomic development.

Ross: Not Too Late to Stop Iran's Nuclear Program

Dennis Ross in first public appearance since leaving the White House: Ratcheting up the pressure on Iran is the answer.

Ambassadors: U.S.-Israel Relationship is Still Strong

Ambassadors Oren and Shapiro at the Jewish Federations of North America’s General Assembly: U.S. strongly supports Israel.

US Slams Israeli Construction in Ariel

The United States slammed Israel's approval of 277 new homes in Ariel saying it was "unhelpful."

US Ambassador Reiterates Commitment, in Wake of Financial Crisis

Dan Shapiro, new U.S. Ambassador to Israel, visited the Iron Dome anti-missile battery in the south & promised U.S. will continue support.

Admiral Michael Mullen Visiting Israel

Chairman of US Joint Chiefs of Staff expected to arrive Monday for his last visit on active duty.

Obama Plans Israel Visit

US president Barack Obama is planning to visit Israel; Knesset speaker Rivlin says Obama has alienated Israelis; is it an election ploy?

Senator Calls on U.S. to Fight Flotilla

Pro-Israel activists are calling to support a U.S. senator who has called on America to help Israel stop Gaza-bound boats.

U.S. Warns Israelis: Beware Tourist Visa Work Scam

The U.S. Consulate in Tel Aviv produced a video to warn Israelis – don’t try to fool our immigration officers.

Think Tank Tells Cabinet: Stay Out of US Politics

JPPI experts tell cabinet Israel should not be the focus of the US presidential campaign, say Israel should buy U.S. cars.

Israel to Buy 4 More Iron Dome Systems with US Aid

Israel will purchase four more Iron Dome anti-rocket systems with US aid, to defend its citizens against terror attacks.

Livni: World Watching Israel-US Ties

Opposition head Tzipi Livni supports Obama, warns that the world is watching Israel-US ties.

How Past Leaders Responded to American Pressure

Past Israeli leaders' responses to American pressure make Netanyahu's look tame, says former statesman Yoram Ettinger.

Barak: Bibi-Obama Gap Not so Big

Differences of opinion between Netanyahu and Obama are less dramatic than they seem, says Barak. US officials agree.

Bibi Says No to Obama on '67 Lines', Warns Against Illusions

Netanyahu meets with Obama for two hours and publicly rejects 1949 armistice lines, warns against “peace based on illusions.”

AIPAC Reminds Delegates to be Polite to Obama

AIPAC President Lee Rosenberg obliquely cautioned conference delegates in an email to be polite to the US president.

Obama Reiterates: Israel-PA Peace is the Only Way

Obama on Tuesday: "It is more vital than ever” for Israel and PA to reach final status agreement. Will focus on Arab unrest in Thursdays' speech.

'Israel Should Take Advantage of the Support in Congress'

Watch INN TV's interview with Rubin Margules, President of the ZOA's Brooklyn Region.

Katz: The U.S. Should Choose Israel, Not Pakistan

MK Katz on the fact that bin Laden hid in Pakistan: America should adopt a new way of thinking and support its friends, especially Israel.

11 US Senators Vow Support for Israel

Eleven Republican senators have vowed to continue support for Israel's security.

Poll: 87% of Israelis Believe U.S. Jews Are Essential to Israel

As a new program sends MKs to meet the U.S. Jewish community, poll finds that most Israelis believe U.S. Jews are crucial to Israel's existence.

Daniel Shapiro Named U.S. Ambassador to Israel

President Obama officially announces Daniel Shapiro's nomination as candidate for U.S. Ambassador to Israel.

Support for Israel: High in US, Low in World

Annual Gallup poll finds support among Americans for Israel almost as high as it’s ever been. BBC poll finds different numbers around the world.

Obama Meets U.S. Jewish Leaders

Leaders of the Conference of Presidents meet President Obama in the White House, where he reaffirms the U.S. commitment to Israel's security.

Americans: War is Coming, Cut Off Aid to Arabs

Poll: most US citizens see another Middle East war coming with American involvement; most favor cutting off US aid to Arabs.

Boehner: We Stand by Our Close Ally, Israel

House Speaker meets Israeli ambassador, says US 'committed' to standing by Israel to maintain peace and stability in the region.

Hoenlein: U.S.-Israel Relations Are Very Strong

Malcolm Hoenlein of the Conference of Presidents of Major American Jewish Organizations speaks to INN TV during his visit to Israel.

White House Fudges on Whether it Would Save Israel

Asked if US would come aid Israel if its existence is endangered, Administration spokesman gives reporter the runaround.

‘The Israelis Are Our Friends and Allies’

Mississippi Governor Haley Barbour addresses the Herzliya Conference, speaks of the great friendship between the U.S. and Israel.

'We Cannot Take the U.S.-Israel Relationship for Granted'

Malcolm Hoenlein and Ambassador Zalman Shoval speak on the importance of the U.S.-Israel relationship at the 2011 Herzliya Conference.

Ayalon: U.S. World Leadership Here to Stay

Deputy Foreign Minister: Tie between Israel and U.S. is "not just government-to-government - it is peoples-to-peoples."

Obama's Commitment to the Egypt-Israel Peace Treaty?

Will the Obama Administration feel any commitment towards pushing a new Egyptian government to maintain the peace treaty with Israel?

US Envoys Ross and Hale in Israel

Top U.S. envoys Dennis Ross and David Hale have arrived in Israel for more talks with Jerusalem and Ramallah.

Napolitano Tours Skies Over Holy Land

Deputy Defense Minister Vilnai gives US Secretary of Homeland Security a tour of Israel, from Golan to Jerusalem.

Barak to Gates: Buy 'Namer' Vehicles for US Army

Defense minister meets his US counterpart in Washington, says Syria and Hizbullah eroding Israel's qualitative advantage.

It's Official: Freeze Deal has Failed

U.S., Israel have come to a dead end in talks over a second freeze on construction for Jews living east of the armistice line, Channel 2 reports.

Israel Warned over Wikileaks Release

Israel may face diplomatic embarrassment in upcoming Wikileaks release as U.S. documents compromised.

Correction: US 2010 Report Toned Down Criticism of Israel

The US State Department in 2010 reduced the level of unjustified criticism of Israel that for years was the norm in its Religious Freedom re

Yesha Council Cartoon Tells Obama: Don't Play G-d

Words seem to have no effect on US President when it comes to the right of Jews to Judea and Samaria. Yesha Council tries a cartoon instead.

VP Biden: “The Ties Between Our Countries are Unbreakable”

Vice President Biden pledges unwavering support for Israel during his address to the general assembly of the Jewish Federation of North America.

Analysis - U.S.-Israel Relations After Congressional Elections

Experts speak at Bar-Ilan University on how the relationship between Israel and the United States will be affected by the midterm elections.

"The Relationship Between the U.S. and Israel will Not Change"

US Ambassador to Israel speaks at a conference at Bar-Ilan University.

Bayefsky: U.S. is More Hostile to Israel than it Appears

Political writer Anne Bayefsky reveals U.S. duplicity at the U.N. Human Rights Council.

‘Juniper Falcon 11’ Exercise Shows ‘Progress in Israeli-US Ties

US and Israel conclude Juniper Falcon 11 - a several day-long command post simulation and training exercise.

Poll: America Supports Israel, Rejects Obama's Policies

A poll conducted by McLaughlin and Associates finds that most Americans support Israel, reject Obama's pressure.

Obama Effigy to Get the Shoe at Monday's Demo at US Embassy

Protesters angry over American appeasement of Muslim world plan to hurl shoes at puppet of US President Monday outside US embassy in Tel Aviv.

Kissinger’s Guilt

Israel, US to Develop 'Arrow 3' Missile Defense System

Israel and the United States have signed a deal to develop the Arrow 3 missile system, which is to intercept missiles as far away as outer space.

Netanyahu has Outmaneuvered Obama, TIME Hints

The news magazine explains that Obama's window of opportunity for pressuring Israel has closed.

Netanyahu: Israel a Stabilizing Force in Middle East

Contary to what some believe, Israel is the greatest source of Middle East stability, says Netanyahu at Foreign Relations Council (video).

Dore Gold, Security Advisor Dayan, Prep US for Netanyahu's Visit

Correction: Dore Gold and Uzi Dayan's visit to the USA to explain Israel's security needs prior to the PM's visit is their own initiative.

Ambassador Oren Says 'Rift' Comment Misunderstood

Israeli ambassador Michael Oren denies reporting “tectonic rift” between America and Israel, says comments were misunderstood.

Barak: Only Direct Negotiations will Help

Indirect talks between Israel and the PA are unhelpful, Barak tells Clinton.

White House Praises Blockade Change

America praises decision to ease blockade on Hamas-run Gaza. Netanyahu is once again invited to White House.

Report: US Guaranteed Israel's Strategic Capabilities

Though their meeting has been called off, Obama is said to have already promised Netanyahu to maintain and bolster Israel's strategic capabilities.

Michael Steele on the Importance of Israel

Republican Chair Michael Steele addressed Israel Day crowd on bonds of faith, fate. Steele accused Obama of "dithering" on Iran. Full text below.

Barak: US Gives Israel Aid, Ammunition and Vital Spare Parts

Defense Minister explained to reporters why an offer from the US is an offer Israel can't refuse.