 US, Israeli officials to hold second round of talks on IranTop national security officials from the US and Israel will convene virtually on Tuesday for strategic talks on Iran. Pentagon confirms Defense Secretary's visit to IsraelSecretary of Defense Lloyd Austin will visit Israel as part of an overseas trip, meet Netanyahu and Gantz.Report: US Defense Secretary to visit Israel next weekLloyd Austin is expected to meet Prime Minister Netanyahu, Defense Minister Gantz and Foreign Minister Ashkenazi. State Department: We consider Israel to be 'occupying' Judea and SamariaState Department spokesman: Annual report on human rights uses term 'occupation' in context of the current status of the West Bank. Is an exemption from US visas on the horizon?Ambassador Erdan, US Secretary of Homeland Security agree to form joint team to promote the exemption from visas for Israelis. Israel and US join forces in fight against domestic violenceIsrael’s Ambassador to UN and US Ambassador to UN to co-host joint event on global fight against domestic violence. Gal Gadot will speak. Netanyahu speaks to US Vice President HarrisVice President praises Israel's successful vaccination campaign, says US is opposed to ICC decision to investigate Israel for war crimes. Blinken: We will continue to uphold our strong commitment to IsraelSecretary of State says US firmly opposes ICC decision to launch a war crimes probe against Israel.US: ICC has no jurisdiction to probe IsraelState Department spokesperson says the Biden administration opposes and is disappointed by ICC decision to investigate Israeli "war crimes".Ambassador Erdan speaks to US counterpartIsrael’s Ambassador to the UN and the US speaks to US Ambassador to the UN, Linda Thomas-Greenfield: The first of many no doubt. Pelosi speaks to NetanyahuUS House Speaker says she spoke to PM "to reaffirm the unbreakable bond between our nations". Blinken to Ashkenazi: Two-state solution is the best way to ensure Israel’s futureSecretary of State speaks to Israeli Foreign Minister, tells him the US believes in a two-state solution. Omar implores Biden to support Israel's referral to ICCMuslim Congresswoman says US undermining ICC's ability to "investigate justice" after it ruled it can investigate Israel for "war crimes". Erdan: Biden-Netanyahu friendship will strengthen our allianceIsraeli envoy to UN and US: Strong alliance between Israel and United States was reaffirmed again in call between Netanyahu and Joe Biden. Biden affirms 'steadfast commitment to Israel’s security' in call with NetanyahuWhite House following conversation between Biden and Netanyahu: They discussed the importance of consultation on regional security issues. 'Biden wants to prove to Netanyahu that there's a new boss in town'Prof. Eytan Gilboa, an expert on US-Israel relations, does not buy the White House's explanations for Biden not yet having called Netanyahu. Gantz: Netanyahu harmed US-Israel relationsBlue and White chairman: Very concerning that Biden hasn't called Netanyahu yet, this is the result of Israel's quarreling with the US.White House press secretary: Biden is not intentionally ignoring NetanyahuWhite House press secretary Jen Psaki clarifies that Biden will speak with Netanyahu "soon". Former US Ambassador: There's no crisis between Biden and NetanyahuFormer Ambassador Dan Shapiro explains why Biden hasn't yet called Netanyahu: He's focused on what he was elected for. Minister Eli Cohen: Gideon Sa'ar linked his fate to LapidMinister of Intelligence discusses the dialogue with the Americans on the Iran deal and also the political issues ahead of the election.Netanyahu says he expects to speak to Biden soonPrime Minister notes US President hasn't yet spoken to Middle East leaders, says he expects to speak with him soon.Blinken stops short of recognizing Golan Heights as Israeli territorySecretary of State to CNN: Control of the Golan important to Israel’s security. Legal questions are something else. US: UNHRC has 'disproportionate focus' on IsraelState Department spokesman says US seeks to change UNHRC's attitude towards Israel. 'It's not surprising Biden hasn't called Netanyahu yet'White House press secretary downplays fact that Biden hasn't yet spoken to PM: He hasn't called every foreign leader yet. Biden's UN envoy pledges to stand by IsraelLinda Thomas-Greenfield at confirmation hearing: I look forward to standing with Israel. 'Israel should be in close dialogue with the US on Iran'INSS director Amos Yadlin: It would be better to work toward interim agreement with Iran to maintain sanctions. Erdan doesn't anticipate crisis with US over Iran dealIsrael’s ambassador to the US to Washington Post: Not every disagreement should lead to a crisis. We can agree to disagree. Ambassador Dermer says goodbye to WashingtonIsrael’s outgoing ambassador to the US wishes his successor luck, says US-Israel relations are stronger than ever. Smotrich: Thank you President TrumpReligious Zionist Party chairman says goodbye to outgoing US President: He will go down in history as one of Israel's greatest friends. US Central Command's mission to include IsraelIsrael will be included in the military sphere managed by the head of US Central Command in wake of normalization with Arab states.Israeli Intelligence Minister urges Biden to maintain current policy on IranMinister Eli Cohen to i24NEWS: If you want to maintain regional stability it is important that the policy vis-à-vis Iran continues. Report: Pompeo to visit town in Judea and SamariaAccording to Axios, Secretary of State planning to visit Golan Heights as well as Israeli town in Judea and Samaria next week. Former Amb. to US: Biden is pro-Israel, policies will be differentDr. Michael Oren, former Israeli Ambassador to the US: Israel must enter into immediate and intimate discussion with Biden about Iran Rep. Omar accuses Israel of 'ethnic cleansing'Muslim Congresswoman criticizes Israel after security forces demolish homes built illegally by Bedouin. 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. |
