Yechiel Leiter

Leiter blasts Mamdani

'Hard to find a sentence that isn't a lie'

Israeli Ambassador Yechiel Leiter sharply criticizes NYC Mayor Zohran Mamdani over his October 7 anniversary statement accusing Israel of genocide in Gaza.

Not yet out of danger

Neria Leiter shows encouraging sign of improvement

Ambassador Yechiel Leiter provides his son's condition, 'Neria has severe head injuries, but in recent days he has begun breathing on his own. He is still unconscious.'

Amb. Yechiel Leiter:

'Until we defeat the ideology of killing, we are on life support'

Israel’s Ambassador to the United States Yechiel Leiter wrote an emotional message from the bedside of his critically wounded son, Neriyah, ahead of the Simchat Torah holiday.

In the ICU:

Neria Leiter's mother: 'A time of uncertainty'

Nearly a week after Neria Leiter was critically wounded in a terror attack on Route 443, his mother, Chani, speaks about the uncertainty in the ICU, hopes for his recovery, and the family that has remained by his side around the clock.

Amb. Leiter:

'Neria's life still hangs in the balance'

Israeli Ambassador thanks the public for prayers and support for his son, who was critically wounded in a terrorist ramming attack. 'We've seen some promising signs that we grasp in hope.'

Neria Leiter’s mother: ‘His life is still in danger’

Chana Leiter, mother of IDF reservist critically injured in terror attack, says son Neria remains stable but has a severe brain injury, underwent three surgeries.

Doctor treating Neria Leiter:

‘Still at risk, suffering severe brain injury’

Shaare Zedek Trauma Unit Director Dr. Alon Schwartz offers update on severely wounded reservist Neria Leiter’s condition, describing extraordinary night experienced by his family.

'We Need A Miracle':

Amb. Leiter shares pain and hope from Jerusalem hospital

Israel’s ambassador to the US rushed home after his son Neria was critically wounded in a terror attack, sharing the family's ordeal from the hospital ward.

Israeli ambassador rushes home as son fights for his life

Ambassador Yechiel Leiter returned to Israel Thursday morning to be with his seriously wounded son, Neria, who underwent hours-long emergency brain surgery overnight.

Shaare Zedek Hospital:

Neria Leiter remains in serious and life-threatening condition

Neria Leiter, who was injured in vehicle-ramming attack at the Maccabim Junction on Highway 443, remains in serious, life-threatening condition following emergency surgery.

Embassy spokeswoman

Amb. Leiter received the news on the way to an interview

Israeli Embassy spokesperson Tal Naim was with Ambassador Yechiel Leiter in New York when he learned that his son Neria had been critically wounded in a terrorist attack.

Yisrael Ganz: "Stop encouraging terror in the name of peace"

Yesha Council Chairman Yisrael Ganz speaks from Shaare Zedek Hospital after Ambassador Yechiel Leiter's son Neria was critically wounded in a terrorist attack in Binyamin.

"Neria needs a miracle"

Amb. Leiter calls for prayers for son injured in terror attack

Neria Leiter, son of Israeli Ambassador to the US, was critically wounded in the attack on Route 443. Neria continued to serve in the reserves after losing his older brother nearly three years ago.

Son of Israeli Ambassador severely injured in ramming attack

Neria, son of Israeli Ambassador to the US Yechiel Leiter, severely injured in terrorist ramming attack at the Bell Checkpoint near the city of Modi'in. The terrorist was eliminated.

US Representative:

'Ben Gvir in the Cabinet is an existential threat'

Brad Sherman, one of Israel’s most prominent supporters in Congress, warns of a collapse in public support for Israel in the United States.

Leiter slams UK:

London looks like Baghdad

Ambassador Yechiel Leiter rejects claims that Jews are occupiers in Judea and Samaria, stressing the region’s historic, religious and strategic importance.

Ambassador Leiter:

'Rosh Hashanah calls us to defend freedom and seek peace'

Israel's Ambassador to the US Yechiel Leiter reflects on Rosh Hashanah, September 11 and Charlie Kirk, calling for peace, resilience, freedom and life.

Amb. Leiter:

“What we saw in Qusra is not what it means to settle the land"

Israel’s Ambassador to the US Yechiel Leiter condemned violence in Qusra, saying settling the Land of Israel must be rooted in justice and the rule of law.

Amb. Yechiel Leiter:

'Peace with Lebanon possible; only after Hezbollah is dismantled'

'Lebanon agreement is about defeating Hezbollah, not Israeli withdrawal,' says Ambassador Yechiel Leiter to JPPI's Jewish Crossroads and warns that Iran and anti-Israel disinformation remain the greatest threats.

Ambassador Leiter:

'The final destination - peace between our countries'

Israeli Ambassador to the US Yechiel Leiter comments on signing of framework agreement between Israel and Lebanon, says the ultimate goal is peace between the two countries.

Ambassador Leiter warns

'The train toward peace with Lebanon is in danger of derailing'

At the opening of the 5th round of Israel-Lebanon talks, Ambassador Yechiel Leiter warns that the original goal of removing Iran's influence and dismantling Hezbollah must not be abandoned.

'Peace means no Hezbollah'

Israeli envoy affirms Lebanon ceasefire

Ambassador Yechiel Leiter reaffirms Israel's commitment to the Lebanon ceasefire, adding that true regional peace requires the complete elimination of Hezbollah.

Huckabee backs Israel’s strikes in Lebanon

US Ambassador to Israel, Mike Huckabee, backed IDF strikes in southern Lebanon in response to Hezbollah violations and attacks on IDF soldiers.

Amb. Leiter:

'Israel committed to Lebanon truce but will thwart threats'

Israel's Ambassador to the US states that Israel remains committed to the Lebanon ceasefire but will respond to attacks, following a conditional pledge from Lebanon's parliament speaker.

Amb. Leiter

'If Iran has ballstic missiles they'll attack their neighbors'

Israeli Ambassador to the US Yechiel Leiter comments on the MOU between the US and Iran, says Israel has faith in President Trump's vision for the Middile East.

IDF confirms:

Hezbollah commander behind attack on US troops eliminated

Ali Musa Daqduq, a senior Hezbollah commander wanted for the 2007 killing of US soldiers, was eliminated by the IDF, Israel says.

'Madmen of Tehran'

Israeli Ambassador vows Iran won't dictate terms of truce

Israeli Ambassador to the US Yechiel Leiter rejects claims of a rift between Trump and Netanyahu, calling the coordination historic.

A welcome effort to douse modern-day blood libels

Israeli ambassador Yechiel Leiter’s new booklet takes aim at grotesque falsehoods about Israel-it may not change antisemites, who do not want to be confused by the facts, but it is crucial for “singing to the choir." Opinion.

'We are not your enemy'

Ambassador Leiter's tearful message to Lebanese people

Israeli Ambassador to the US Yechiel Leiter shared a message through Lebanese media explaining that while Israel feels the Lebanese people's pain and is sorry, they have no choice.

Responding to the attack on Ambassador Leiter in the JPost

J Street pressures Israel during wartime, legitimizes narratives weaponized against Israel internationally, and helps fracture bipartisan support for the Jewish state. And Sebastien Levi responds in the JPost by scolding the ambassador who critiicized it. Opinion.

'Crossed the line'

Ambassador Leiter blasts Minister Golan on Reform remarks

Ambassador Yechiel Leiter condemned Minister May Golan’s remarks about Reform Judaism, calling them 'disgusting and reprehensible.'

Ambassador Leiter:

'A deal allowing Iran nuclear weapons is a bad deal'

Israel’s Ambassador to the US Michael Leiter affirms Israel's readiness to join US military action if Iran talks fail.

Israeli Ambassador:

J Street 'a cancer within the Jewish community'

Israeli envoy Yechiel Leiter accuses J Street of undermining Israel while presenting itself as pro-Israel during remarks in Washington

Trump:

'Peace between Israel and Lebanon is possible this year'

After announcing the extension of the Israel-Lebanon ceasefire by three weeks, Trump tells reporters he hopes to host both leaders in Washington soon.

Amb Leiter

'Aoun is not letting Lebanon be held hostage by Hezbollah'

Israeli Amb. to the US says 'Naim Qassem and Hezbollah belong to the past; we are here for the future.'

Lebanese report:

Israel-Lebanon talks yield partial deal, no full ceasefire yet

New US-backed framework reported by Annahar addresses flaws in past deal but stops short of ceasefire, says Hezbollah disarmament would start from the north and move south.

Ambassador Leiter:

We like to keep the French as far away as possible

Israeli Ambassador Yechiel Leiter said negotiations between Israel and Lebanon are ongoing, but sharply dismisses French involvement, stating Paris is “not a positive influence" on the talks.

Ambassador Leiter stresses security and peace at Lebanon talks

Ambassador Yechiel Leiter tied Holocaust remembrance to Israel’s security stance, stressing confronting Hezbollah while pursuing lasting peace with Lebanon.

1st time in 43 years

Direct talks between Israel, Lebanon begin

Representatives from Israel and Lebanon have begun talks in Washington for the first time in more than four decades.

Historic meeting in Washington

Lebanese and US envoys to meet face-to-face

US-mediated talks in Washington aim to launch direct Israel-Lebanon dialogue, as deep divisions persist over ceasefire demands and Hezbollah.

Rubio to join direct Israel-Lebanon talks at State Department

US Secretary of State Marco Rubio will take part in direct talks between Israel and Lebanon on Tuesday at the State Department.

Ambassador Leiter:

'Iran regime lies, nuclear pursuit continues'

Israeli Ambassador to the US Yechiel Leiter tells CBS’s Face the Nation that while supporting US diplomacy with Iran, the tyrannical regime’s nuclear drive, missiles and proxies like Hezbollah remain existential threats to Israel.

Ahead of direct talks

Israeli and Lebanese Ambassadors to speak by phone

Israel’s Ambassador to the US and Lebanon’s Ambassador to the US will speak by phone on Friday to finalize terms for direct talks between the two countries set to begin next week.

Leiter to Pakistani minister:

'You're not a mediator, you're the problem'

Israeli Ambassador to the US sharply rebukes Pakistan’s Defense Minister Khawaja Asif for calling Israel “evil" and accusing it of genocide.

Ambassador Leiter

'The strikes will continue until the Iranian regime falls'

Israeli Ambassador to the US Yechiel Leiter tells CNN the war with Iran will persist until the regime collapses: “We need boots on the ground, but they have got to be Iranian boots."

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The BBC question that angered the Israeli ambassador

The BBC interviewer questioned why Israel attacked in Iran without proving an imminent threat. Ambassador Yechiel Leiter responded: 'Who did we need to prove it to? You?'

Ambassador Leiter reveals details on Israel’s strikes in Lebanon

Israel’s Ambassador to the US, Yechiel Leiter, reveals Hezbollah’s deputy leader was seriously injured in an Israeli strike, as Operation Roaring Lion targets Hezbollah's key terrorists.

'You are the GOAT'

Ambassador Leiter celebrates Avdija’s All‑Star milestone

Watch: Israel’s Ambassador to the US congratulates Deni Avdija for becoming the first Israeli selected to the NBA All‑Star Game, praising the Portland star’s rising career and historic achievement.

Leiter recalls historic year

From tragedy in D.C. to Gaza ceasefire breakthrough

Ambassador Yechiel Leiter marks one year in Washington, recalling key moments from meetings with President Trump to the embassy tragedy, Operation Rising Lion, the Gaza ceasefire, and the return of hostages.

In memory of my son:

Israeli amb. visits Lockheed Martin, dedicates F-35 to fallen son

Israeli ambassador to US, Dr. Yechiel Leiter, signed a stealth jet that will soon arrive in Israel, dedicating it to his son, Lt. Col. Moshe Yedidya Leiter, an elite combat soldier who fell in the Swords of Iron war.

After nearly two months

Israel, Syria to renew talks on security deal

Senior Israeli and Syrian officials are set to meet in Paris to resume US-backed talks on a new security arrangement, following a request by President Trump to Prime Minister Netanyahu.

'Carrying our ancestors’ prayers'

Ambassador Leiter's emotional speech to captivity survivors

Israel's Ambassador to the US, bereaved father Yechiel Leiter, spoke with the freed hostages visiting the US, and underscored the enduring strength of Israel.

In memory of fallen commander

Wounded vet and Amb. Leiter dance with the Torah

Elisha Medan, who was wounded in the battle where Dr. Moshe Yedidyah Leiter fell, attended the Torah dedication ceremony in his memory with Moshe's father, Israel's Ambassador to the US.

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PM writes letter in Torah in memory of Moshe Leiter

Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu spoke at a Torah dedication ceremony honoring fallen IDF reservist Dr. Moshe Yedidyah Leiter, son of Israel’s ambassador to the US.

Trump to Amb. Leiter:

'Your son is looking down at you with a smile'

US President Donald Trump made a special emotional gesture to Israel's ambassador who lost his son in the war in Gaza

Bereaved father and envoy:

‘My son’s sacrifice brought this moment’

Israel’s Ambassador to the US, Yechiel Leiter, whose son fell in Gaza, told CNN that Hamas agreed to the deal only under military pressure and through the sacrifices of Israel’s fallen soldiers.

Ambassador Leiter:

'My own son was killed because we do not kill innocent civilians'

In an interview with CNN, Ambassador Yechiel Leiter says his son was killed in Gaza because Israel avoids harming civilians: “If we were doing what we're accused of, maybe he'd be alive today.”

Foreign Minister Sa’ar:

US-Israel cooperation has pushed back Iranian nuclear threat

At a Washington reception hosted by Ambassador Yechiel Leiter, FM Gideon Sa’ar says joint Israeli-US efforts have pushed back Iran’s nuclear program “for a few years at least, calls US commitment vital for Israel’s security and regional stability.

US, Israeli officials urge Christian students to defend Israel

At Passages D.C. Experience, Witkoff, Scharf, and Ambassador Leiter call on Christian student leaders to combat antisemitism and false narratives ahead of the school year.

Ambassador Leiter:

NYT correction on Gaza boy ‘too little, too late’

Israel’s Ambassador to the US Yechiel Leiter rebukes the New York Times for falsely implying Israel starved a Gazan boy, warns of a “well-funded propaganda campaign” against Israel.