US Centcom Commander arrives in Israel
The Commander of U.S. Central Command (CENTCOM), General (* * * *) Michael Erik Kurilla arrived in Israel today (Monday) as the official guest of the Chief of the General Staff, LTG Herzi Halevi.
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Amid prep for Iranian response:
Gallant and Austin discuss US moves to support Israel
For the second time in three days, US Secretary of Defense speaks to Defense Minister Gallant, reiterates "ironclad US support for Israel's security and right to self-defense".
Fmr. US Ambassador Friedman:
How to avoid a regional war in the Middle East
Former US Ambassador David Freidman believes that if Trump were in power he would threaten devastating harm to Iran's industries if they were to attack.
US Dep. security advisor:
'US trying to prevent situation from spiraling'
White House Deputy National Security Adviser Jonathan Finer hinted at the Biden Administration's frustration with the eliminations of top Hamas and Hezbollah terrorists.
Amid escalation with Iran:
CENTCOM commander arrives in the Middle East
US official tells Axios that General Michael Kurilla's trip to the region was planned before the recent tensions, but he is expected to use the trip to try to mobilize the same coalition that defended Israel against an attack from Iran in April.
Biden speaks to Netanyahu:
'Committed to Israel’s security against all threats from Iran'
Prime Minister Netanyahu and US President Biden speak for about 30 minutes amid tensions with Lebanon and Iran. White House: The two discussed new defensive US military deployments to support Israel's defense.
White House:
'Our commitment to Israel’s security is ironclad'
Commenting on tensions between Israel and Hezbollah, US National Security Council Spokesperson says Israel "has a right to defend itself against the severe threats it faces".
Vice President Harris:
‘Israel has a right to defend itself against Hezbollah'
US Vice President Kamala Harris speaks to reporters after Israel eliminated senior Hezbollah commander: Israel has a right to defend itself against a terrorist organization like Hezbollah, but we still must work on a diplomatic solution.
US officials estimate:
'Israeli retaliation will be significant, but won't cause war'
The US administration is working to prevent an all-out war as a result of Israel's retaliation to Hezbollah's attack which left 12 children dead.
Netanyahu meets Trump
Trump: My relationship with Netanyahu was never bad
Prime Minister Netanyahu and his wife, Sara, meet Republican presidential nominee at his Mar-a-Lago resort in Florida. Trump: Harris' remarks on Israel were disrespectful, I don’t know how a person who’s Jewish can vote for her.
VP Harris:
'There’s a deal on the table, time for this war to end'
US Vice President Kamala Harris speaks to the press after meeting with Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu: I will always ensure that Israel is able to defend itself. It is time for this war to end in a way where Israel is secure, all the hostages are released, and the suffering of Palestinians in Gaza ends.
Evangelical leaders:
'Americans didn't forget October 7, Biden-Harris White House did'
As they arrived at a meeting with Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, leaders of US Evangelical community spoke to Arutz Sheva about American support for Israel.
American Jewish leaders:
'American people overwhelmingly support the Jewish state'
As they arrived at a meeting with Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, leaders of US Jewish organizations spoke with Arutz Sheva about the American Jewish community's support for Israel.
'Worst leader in Jewish history'
Rep. Nadler slams Netanyahu but will still attend his speech
Rep. Jerry Nadler launches scathing attack on Prime Minister Netanyahu, but unlike other Democrats will not boycott his Congress speech "out of respect".
A day before PM's speech:
Protesters demonstrate against Israel at Capitol Hill
In protest organized by Jewish Voice for Peace, hundreds demand that the US stop arming Israel. Police clear the area.
Bereaved father to US official:
'Stop pressuring Netanyahu, join the fight against Hamas'
Itzik Bonzel, whose son Amit fell in battle in Gaza, joined families of hostages and other bereaved families in a meeting with US Deputy Special Presidential Envoy For Hostage Affairs Dustin Stewart and called on the US not to withhold munitions from Israel.
'Outrageous and inexcusable'
Speaker Johnson slams VP's decision to boycott Netanyahu's speech
Speaker of the House Mike Johnson said that it was 'unconscionable' for Vice President Kamala Harris and Democratic Senators to not attend Prime Minister Netanyahu's speech and to 'make political calculations when our ally is in such dire straits.'
Biden to meet Netanyahu on Thursday
US official says Biden is expected to meet with Netanyahu on Thursday at the White House.
VP Harris to meet Netanyahu at the White House
Aide to US Vice President says she will meet Prime Minister Netanyahu this week at the White House, but will not be present during his Congress speech.
During Netanyahu's speech:
Anti-Israel protesters to demonstrate at US Capitol
Police expect a "large number of demonstrators" at the US Capitol to coincide with Prime Minister Netanyahu's speech to Congress.
After withdrawal from race:
Israeli politicians thank Biden for his support for Israel
Israeli politicians from across the spectrum thanked Biden for his support for Israel, after he announced that he would withdraw from the presidential race.
US source:
Netanyahu-Biden meeting to go ahead as scheduled
Source tells AP that Prime Minister Netanyahu will meet President Biden at the White House this week as planned, despite Biden’s withdrawal from the presidential race.
'Attack on Israel's sovereignty'
Smotrich responds to reports of US sanctions against him
Finance Minister Bezalel Smotrich warned that US sanctions against him and fellow Minister Itamar Ben-Gvir would have severe consequences for Israel-US relations.
Austin and Gallant speak following UAV attack on Tel Aviv
US Secretary of Defense Lloyd Austin reaffirms the United States' ironclad commitment to Israel's security in conversation with Defense Minister Yoav Gallant.
US National Security Adviser:
'We expect Netanyahu's speech not to look like 2015'
National Security Adviser Jake Sullivan says the Biden administration expects Netanyahu's Congress speech to focus on how the US and Israel are working together.
White House:
Netanyahu-Biden meeting dependent on his recovery from COVID
White House spokesperson John Kirby says Biden is still expected to meet Netanyahu when he visits Washington next week but it will depend on his recovery from COVID-19.
Pompeo:
'Biden sold out our citizens and our security'
Former Secretary of State speaks at Republican National Convention, rips Biden over Israel and Iran: Money was given to the Ayatollah so he could cut more checks to genocidal maniacs who conducted attacks in Israel.
Human Rights Expert:
HRW report on Hamas crimes a 'despicable anti-Jewish report'
Professor Anne Bayefsky, the Director of the Touro Institute on Human Rights, tells Arutz Sheva the newly released Human Rights Watch report on Hamas war crimes refuses to acknowledge Hamas's systemic use of rape.
Biden: I'm a Zionist
US President in interview with Speedy Morman of Complex: If there weren’t an Israel, every Jew in the world would be at risk. There is a need for it to be strong.
Netanyahu and Biden to meet two days before Congress speech
Israeli official says Netanyahu is scheduled to meet Biden at the White House on July 22.
White House confirms to PMO:
Biden will meet Netanyahu during his Washington visit
TV report: The Prime Minister's Office has received confirmation from the White House that Netanyahu and Biden will meet in about two weeks when Netanyahu is scheduled to visit Washington for his address to Congress.
Minister of Defense meets White House Coordinator for Middle East
Minister of Defense Yoav Gallant hosts White House Coordinator for the Middle East and North Africa, Brett McGurk, for a second discussion on the hostage issue and defense cooperation between Israel and the U.S.
New GOP platform backs Israel, supports US version of Iron Dome
Republican National Committee publishes its updated platform aligning itself with the policies of Trump.
White House:
Biden is likely to see Netanyahu this month
White House says President Biden will likely see Prime Minister Netanyahu when he is in Washington for his address to Congress this month.
Graham to protesters:
'I am with Israel wholly and completely'
Senator Lindsey Graham responds to pro-Palestinian Arab protesters who gathered outside his home: I will always support giving Israel the weapons and the space they need to destroy Hamas so there is never another October 7.
Netanyahu to Biden:
'I will end the war only after its goals have been achieved'
Prime Minister Netanyahu congratulated the President and the American people on the occasion of US Independence Day. Biden replied: 'Without Israel, there would be no security for Jews in the world.'
Herzog at July 4th event:
'Clarity and vision is the US's blessing to the world'
President Isaac Herzog addressed the annual US Independence Day Reception at the Ambassador's house and thanked the US for its support and assistance.
Prime Minister Netanyahu meets US Rep. Josh Gottheimer
Netanyahu thanked Rep. Gottheimer for his consistent support of Israel, as well as for the American support for Israel since the start of the war.
Report:
Biden and Netanyahu to meet in Washington
Source tells CNN that President Biden and Prime Minister Netanyahu are expected to meet in Washington when Netanyahu visits for his address to Congress later this month.
Blinken:
'We have yet to see Israel’s plans for post-war Gaza'
US Secretary of State says Washington told the Israelis to develop their own plans for Gazan reconstruction but "we’ve not seen enough of that".
US officials:
'US has sent Israel thousands of bombs since October 7'
US officials tell Reuters the Biden administration has sent to Israel large numbers of munitions, including more than 10,000 2,000-pound bombs, since the start of the Gaza war.
Report:
Biden to release some of the bombs withheld from Israel
Sources tell Axios the Biden administration is expected to soon release 500-pound bombs that were part of a weapons shipment to Israel put on hold in April.
'A victory for moderate politics':
Lapid congratulates candidate who ousted Jamaal Bowman
Opposition leader congratulates George Latimer, who won the Democratic primary in New York and defeated Israel critic Jamaal Bowman.
House Speaker to Biden:
'Your actions against Israel are making hostage release harder'
House Speaker Mike Johnson writes letter to President Joe Biden, says his undermining of Israel is making it more difficult to bring about the release of the remaining American hostages being held by Hamas.
Gallant after visit to US:
'Significant progress made to bring munitions'
Minister of Defense Yoav Gallant said that during his meeting with the US National Security Advisor 'the obstacles were removed, to advance the issues at hand, including the issue of the equipment and munitions.'
Gallant in dig to Netanyahu:
'The US is our family - in every family disagreements may arise'
Defense Minister Yoav Gallant thanked the US for its support and addressed the tensions between the governments: 'We discuss our disagreements in-house, and remain united."
Netanyahu:
'Israel has had no better friend than Senator John Fetterman'
Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu met with US Senator John Fetterman and told him that his standing up to pro-Palestinian demonstrators while waving an Israeli flag, was both courageous and heart-warming.
After abrupt cancellation:
Israel and US agree to reconvene joint meeting on Iran
Israel and the US have agreed to reconvene a joint meeting on Iran that was cancelled by the White House last week following Netanyahu’s video which raised the Biden administration's ire.
Blinken to Gallant:
Important to avoid further escalation of the conflict
During meeting with Defense Minister Yoav Gallant in Washington, US Secretary of State calls for diplomatic resolution that allows both Israeli and Lebanese families to return to their homes.
During Washington visit:
Gallant meets Senator Lindsey Graham
Sen. Graham after meeting Defense Minister: I will work with my colleagues in the House and Senate to make sure there is congressional oversight of weapons delivery to Israel.
US officials confirm:
Arms shipments from the US decreased by 50%
In the first months of the war, about 240 arms shipments were transferred from the US, recently the number dropped to 120.
Israeli Embassy to Biden:
'We will not allow Hezbollah to terrorize the people of Israel'
The Israeli Embassy published a video highlighting Hezbollah's attacks on Israel and stating that the responsibility for the repercussions falls on Lebanon. The Embassy wrote: 'Since October 7, thousands of rockets, missiles, and explosive drones have been launched from Lebanon toward Israel. Make no mistake: We will not allow Hezbollah to terrorize the people of Israel.'
Immigration from Israel to the USA:
How many do, and how can it be done legally?
What is the right way for an Israeli looking to move to the USA to make the trip?
Netanyahu:
'Quiet conversation with US didn't solve the problem'
Prime Minister Netanyahu explains reasoning for his video on US military aid which raised the ire of the Biden administration: I felt that airing it was absolutely necessary after months of quiet conversation that did not solve the problem.
Sen. Tom Cotton to Biden:
'You’re playing politics with our ally’s security'
Senator Tom Cotton writes letter to Biden, criticizing his administration for withholding weapons and ammunition from Israel as it continues to battle Hamas.
Blinken to Israeli officials:
It is important to avoid further escalation in Lebanon
US Secretary of State meets Israel’s National Security Advisor Tzachi Hanegbi and Strategic Affairs Minister Ron Dermer, reiterates "the United States’ ironclad commitment to Israel’s security."
US worried:
Israel's aerial defense system won't stand Hezbollah attack
A US official said that in the event of a full-blown war, the support Israel will need most is additional air defense systems and Iron Dome replenishments, which the US would provide.
US officials:
Sullivan will meet Israeli officials on Thursday
Senior US administration officials say Israel’s national security adviser Tzachi Hanegbi and Minister of Strategic Affairs Ron Dermer will meet with national security adviser Jake Sullivan at the White House.
US officials:
'Netanyahu's video hindering de-escalation efforts in the north'
An American official noted that the video which claimed the Biden admin. is withholding munitions would weaken Israel's deterrence against Hezbollah.
Prime Minister Netanyahu meets US Congressional delegation
The Prime Minister expressed appreciation for the bipartisan support for Israel and said that he hopes that the munitions issue will be resolved soon.
