 Source: Biden will not reverse recognition of Golan HeightsSenior Biden campaign official says he will likely not reverse recognition of Israel’s sovereignty over the Golan Heights if elected. Maryland Senator: Biden will always stand by IsraelSenator Ben Cardin speaks to members of Orthodox Jewish community, says Biden would be a "true trusted ally". 'Israel must maintain a qualitative military edge'US Rep. Brad Schneider: There's bipartisan consensus in Washington, Israel's security concerns are a top priority on Capitol Hill. Gantz, US Defense Secretary discuss Israel's military edgeDefense Minister Benny Gantz meets US Secretary of Defense Mark Esper at the Pentagon. Pelosi vows to ensure Israel can maintain its qualitative military edgeHouse Speaker welcomes agreements with Bahrain and UAE, but also expresses concern over potential sale of F-35 jets to the UAE. Kamala Harris: Biden will not condition aid to IsraelDemocratic VP nominee speaks to Jewish donors, says Biden administration would "sustain our unbreakable commitment to Israel’s security". Israel's UN Ambassador meets PompeoAmbassador Gilad Erdan meets US Secretary of State, expresses support for the move to "snapback" the UN sanctions on Iran. Danon: We have bipartisan support in the USFormer Israeli ambassador to the UN dismisses notion that Israel would pay a price for ties to Trump should he be defeated. Career bureaucrats are undermining Israel’s global standingCareer bureaucrats embedded throughout the State Department continue to undermine Israel’s standing among the nations. Opinion US Jewish leaders welcome Senate passage of military aid to IsraelConference of Presidents welcomes Senate approval of 2021 National Defense Authorization Act. Democratic Party's platform opposes sovereigntyDemocratic Party releases draft 2020 platform which includes language opposing sovereignty and supporting rights of Palestinian Arabs. Senate bill would ban US funding from being used for sovereigntyAmendment to bill introduced Democrat Chris Van Hollen would ban US assistance to Israel from being used for sovereignty move. Report: US pushing Israel to make gesture to PAUS administration reportedly pressing Israel to make a significant gesture towards the Palestinian Authority in exchange for sovereignty. Sanders signs letter calling for halting of aid to IsraelVermont Senator adds his name to letter spearheaded by Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez against Israel's sovereignty plans. Pompeo: So proud that Israel is part of my story and America’s storySecretary of State speaks at virtual CUFI summit: Israel lives and our two countries have never been closer. Four House Democrats to Pompeo: Cut aid to Israel if it applies sovereigntyOcasio-Cortez and Tlaib among signatories to letter to Pompeo calling for cutting of aid to Israel should it go through with sovereignty. Democratic Senators warn: Sovereignty 'could undermine regional stability'Senators Schumer, Menendez and Cardin express opposition to Israeli plans to apply sovereignty over Judea and Samaria. Pompeo: The US will always support Israel's right to defend itselfSecretary of State speaks at 2020 AJC Global Forum, condemns anti-Semitism and PA incitement. Omar: Saudi Arabia and Israel have too much influence on TrumpMinnesota Democrat claims Saudi Arabia and Israel rely in part on money to bring about their preferred outcomes. Biden adviser: He would keep disagreements with Israel privateBiden's senior policy adviser touts his relationship with Netanyahu: Biden believes in keeping differences between friends behind doors. Senate legislation would expand US-Israeli partnerships on COVID-19Bill submitted by Senator Ted Cruz would enhance partnerships on COVID-19 projects and lessen dependence on China. US lawmakers urge continued support for Israel at ICCAIPAC commends US lawmakers who signed letters encouraging continued support for Israel as the ICC probes alleged "war crimes". Democratic senators back down from threat to Israel over sovereigntyGroup of Democratic Senators back down from threat to end bipartisan support for Israel if it applies sovereignty over Judea and Samaria. Confirmed: Pompeo to visit Israel next weekState Department confirms Secretary of State will travel to Israel on May 13 and meet Netanyahu and Gantz.Cardin won't sign colleagues’ letter against sovereignty in Judea and SamariaMaryland Senator: US-Israel relations must remain strong even when we disagree with the policies of the Israeli government. Assistant US Secretary of State to visit IsraelDavid Schenker, Assistant Secretary of State for Near Eastern Affairs, will meet Israeli government officials. Pompeo: US commitment to Israel’s security is unwaveringSecretary of State speaks with Prime Minister Binyamin Netanyahu about regional developments related to Iran. US senators introduce bill to provide $3.3 billion to IsraelThe legislation, co-sponsored by Marco Rubio and Chris Coons, would codify 2016 Memorandum of Understanding into low. Netanyahu and Trump discuss 'critical bilateral and regional issues'White House says Trump and Netanyahu spoke and discussed critical issues, a day after Iran attacked US targets in Iraq. Report: US updated Israel on plans to kill SoleimaniAccording to Channel 13 News, Netanyahu may have been warned of plan to eliminate Quds Force Commander during talks with Pompeo. Trump's peace envoy to visit IsraelAvi Berkowitz, who is leading the Middle East peace plan, will arrive in Israel next week and meet with government officials. Pompeo and Netanyahu reaffirm 'unbreakable bonds' between US and IsraelSecretary of State and PM Netanyahu speak for the second time in two days. Greenblatt: Israel can count on Trump, not on SandersFormer White House adviser: The contrast between Trump and Sanders could not be starker.Netanyahu thanks PompeoNetanyahu speaks with US Secretary of State and thanks him for standing alongside Israel in the wake of ICC prosecutor's decision. Cruz: We are grateful for our close ally IsraelTexas Senator wishes the Jewish people a Happy Hanukkah. 'New regional partnerships to counter Iran’s malign influence'National Security Advisers of Israel and the US meet at the White House, reaffirm special US-Israel relationship. 'Jews are both a people and a faith'Israeli Ambassador Ron Dermer thanks Trump administration for its support for Israel this past year. Who did Trump speak to about Israel and Iran?Trump recently described the same conversation about Israel four times. Each time, the name of his Jewish acquaintance changed. Biden: Idea of withholding aid from Israel is 'bizarre'Democratic presidential hopeful responds to Sanders' proposal to withhold military aid from Israel: I would not do that. US pushing Arab states on non-belligerence pacts with IsraelReport: US met ambassadors of four Arab states and encouraged them to reach non-belligerence agreements with Israel. Trump, Netanyahu discuss Iranian threatWhite House spokesman says Netanyahu and Trump discussed Iranian threat as well as other critical issues. Sanders: It's no longer enough for us to simply be pro-IsraelDemocratic presidential hopeful again suggests the US should rethink its policies toward Israel and the Palestinian Arabs. Biden criticizes Trump on Judea and SamariaDemocratic presidential hopeful says policy change on Judea and Samaria will inflame regional tensions. Warren: 'Settlements' make peace harder to achieveDemocratic presidential candidate criticizes policy reversal on Judea and Samaria.Cruz praises Pompeo announcement on Judea and SamariaTexas Senator: It’s up to our Israeli allies to make their own decisions about what to do with their territories. 'They keep having elections and nobody is getting elected'Trump has fun at the expense of Israeli politics, says he has "an approval rating of 98 percent" in Israel and could be PM there. 'America strongly affirms Israel's right to defend itself'US Vice President Mike Pence expresses support for Israel after hundreds of rockets are fired from Gaza.Young Israel: Biden is right on using aid to Israel as leverageNational Council of Young Israel praises former VP for criticizing those who suggested that aid to Israel be used as leverage. Biden: Leveraging aid to Israel is 'absolutely outrageous'Democratic presidential frontrunner rejects the idea that the US should condition its aid to Israel on its changing policies. Presidential hopefuls suggest US should withhold aid to IsraelElizabeth Warren and Pete Buttigieg suggest US should withhold aid to Israel as a means to pressure it to stop “settlement construction”.Pompeo lands in IsraelSecretary of State arrives in Israel, will meet Prime Minister Binyamin Netanyahu on Friday.State Department confirms Pompeo visit to IsraelState Department says Secretary of State will visit Jerusalem on Friday and meet PM Netanyahu to discuss Syria and Iran. Trump: My actions against Iran are the most important for IsraelTrump speaks to Jewish leaders ahead of High Holidays. "I have a tendency to make things work out, one way or the other." Trump to Katz: What will happen in Israeli politics?Foreign Minister Yisrael Katz meets Trump, who expresses interest in the political situation in Israel. 'Israel will have no better friend than Kelly Craft'US ambassador to UN expresses support for Israel. Israeli ambassador Danon: We welcome your presence here. Trump on Israeli election: It's going to be closeUS President discusses Israel’s election with reporters: It's a 50/50 election. Netanyahu hints Blue and White behind US spying reportPrime Minister Netanyahu hints Blue and White was behind Politico report saying Israel attempted to spy on the United States. |
