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Head of US Army Futures Command visits Israel

Gen. John M. Murray meets Chief of Staff and other senior officers, sees new and advanced IDF weaponry.

'We will have to agree to the Deal of the Century'

Israeli officials say Trump is dissatisfied with Netanyahu's attempts to postpone publication of "Deal of the Century".

Sanders: Our policy cannot just be pro-Israel

Democratic presidential candidate says he would consider using aid to Israel as leverage to force the Israeli government to act differently.

Report: US envoy made 'dramatic' trip to Alaska

Israeli TV report says Israeli Ambassador to the US, Ron Dermer, went on a secret trip to Alaska related to coordination on Iran.

US blocks attempt to condemn Israel at UN

US blocks attempt by Kuwait, Indonesia and South Africa to get Security Council to condemn Israel’s demolition of illegal Arab homes.

Trump to Netanyahu: Israel has become a technology powerhouse

Trump congratulates Netanyahu for becoming longest serving PM in the history of Israel.

Israel to allow Omar and Tlaib to enter the country

Israeli Ambassador to Washington says Democratic congresswomen who introduced pro-BDS resolution will be allowed to enter Israel.

House committee adopts anti-BDS resolution

US House Foreign Affairs Committee approves resolution condemning BDS and reaffirming support for Israel.

Biden: US-Israel relationship must be 'ironclad'

Presidential hopeful stresses importance of commitment to Israel’s security regardless if one disagrees with PM Netanyahu.

'Obama left Israel a parting gift of betrayal'

Speaking at Israel Hayom Forum, US Ambassador to Israel praises Trump's recognition of Israeli sovereignty on the Golan Heights.

Netanyahu:

'US-Israel cooperation is something we've never had'

PM Netanyahu hails US-Israel ties, praises Trump for leaving Iran nuclear deal.

Trump's UN envoy nominee promises to fight anti-Israel bias

Kelly Craft tells Senate says she would follow in the footsteps of her predecessor, Nikki Haley, regarding Israel.

Minister Katz: US-Israel relations are stronger than ever!

Foreign Minister meets Trump envoy Jason Greenblatt during his visit to the US.

Trump: Israelis need to 'get their act together'

Watch: Trump laments "messed up" political situation in Israel following decision to go to new elections.

Presidential hopeful:

'PA not a peace partner, but Israel needs guidance'

Pete Buttigieg meets Jewish leaders, says Israel’s leaders need American guidance.

'Israel developed into free, democratic, and prosperous nation'

Watch: Secretary of State Pompeo delivers remarks Independence Day celebration in Washington, DC.

Netanyahu: United in our desire to stop Iranian aggression

Netanyahu expresses support for Trump's stance against Iranian aggression.

Cruz: The US stands with our Israeli allies

Texas Senator condemns rocket fire, says Israel is exercising its "absolute right to self-defense".

Trump: We support Israel 100%

US President backs Israel, warns the people of Gaza that continued terror attacks will bring them nothing but misery.

Pence: We stand by our great ally Israel

US Vice President expresses support for Israel’s right to defend itself against the ongoing rocket attacks.

Anti-Israel legislation submitted to US Congress

Legislation proposed by Democratic Rep. Betty McCollum would prohibit US funding to IDF over detention of children.

Israeli ambassador praises Trump at White House reception

Ambassador Ron Dermer speaks at White House reception for Jewish leaders, praises Trump administration and its Israel policy.

US int'l maps include Golan Heights as part of Israel

US envoy Jason Greenblatt unveils new US international maps following Trump recognition of Israeli sovereignty over the Golan Heights.

O’Rourke congratulates Netanyahu after calling him racist

Democratic presidential hopeful Beto O’Rourke congratulates Netanyahu on his reelection.

Bolton hails US-Israel relations

Following meeting with Israeli counterpart, National Security Advisor hails US-Israel strategic partnership.

Report: Trump plan won't include Palestinian state

Sources familiar with "Deal of the Century" say plan will focus heavily on Israeli security concerns.

Pompeo congratulates Netanyahu

Secretary of State on Twitter: Mazal Tov to Netanyahu on his re-election. The US-Israel alliance is unbreakable.

US presidential candidate suggests Netanyahu is racist

Presidential hopeful Beto O’Rourke says US-Israel relationship must transcend “a prime minister who is racist.”

Senator calls for mutual defense agreement with Israel

Sen. Lindsey Graham says US should tell the world that “an attack against Israel would be considered an attack against the United States”.

Trump reaffirms US commitment to Israel's security

In summary of Trump-Netanyahu meeting, White House says Trump made note of interests between Israel and Arab states.

US preparing official document on Golan recognition

Trump likely to sign document to codify recognition of Israeli sovereignty of the Golan Heights during meeting with Netanyahu next week.

Turkey blasts Trump's announcement on Golan Heights

Turkey's Foreign Minister says US recognition of Israel's sovereignty over the Golan Heights will lead to more violence.

US lawmakers praise Trump over Golan Heights move

Senators Cruz, Cotton and Rep. Gallagher say Trump's recognition of Israeli sovereignty over Golan enhances security of both Israel and US.

Trump on Golan Heights:

'Even those who are against Netanyahu are in favor'

Trump tells FOX Business he has been thinking about Israel's sovereignty in the Golan Heights for “a long time.”

The Christian Senator asked for a mezuzah

Senator Mike Lee, who is close to the administration, asked the head of the Shomron Council to affix a mezuzah at the door of his office.

Pro-Israel voices silenced at the UN

UN Human Rights Council interrupts,cuts audio of speaker rebutting anti-Israel lies during debate on alleged Israeli 'war crimes.'

Pompeo: Israel has the right to protect its citizens

US Secretary of State expresses support for Israel’s right to defend itself after the rocket fire on Tel Aviv.

US aid to Israel included in 2020 budget

Despite cuts elsewhere, US military aid for Israel included in 2020 fiscal plan sent by the White House to Congress.

AIPAC: US-Israel partnership 'a pillar of our foreign policy'

AIPAC stresses importance of US-Israel relationship ahead of its upcoming policy conference.

Pompeo to visit Israel before election

State Department spokesman stresses Pompeo's visit is not intended to send any message to Israel.

US presidential candidate criticizes Netanyahu

Elizabeth Warren, who is seeking the Democratic nomination for 2020 election, says US should “call out” corruption in Israel.

'Trump's hug will make it difficult for Netanyahu to refuse'

Yesha Council chairman does not intend to interfere in the election campaign, but promises to fight if "Deal of the Century' is implemented.

Special interview:

Greenblatt to Arutz Sheva: 'Peace plan will not be just slogans'

Special interview with US envoy following the ground-breaking Warsaw conference and in preparation for US peace plan.

Cruz: Democrats sacrificing the security of our allies

Texas Senator blasts Senate Democrats after they block pro-Israel legislation over the government shutdown.

Rubio reintroduces pro-Israel legislation

Florida Republican Senator reintroduces pro-Israel legislation that did not get passed in the last Congress.

US reiterates support for Israel's right to defend itself

State Department spokesman says US "fully supports" Israel’s right to defend itself against Iran's actions in the region.

Bolton to visit Israel, discuss Syria

US national security adviser to visit Turkey and Israel in January to coordinate on Syria.

State Department confirms Pompeo-Netanyahu meeting

US Secretary of State will meet next week with PM Netanyahu in Brazil, where both will attend inauguration of Jair Bolsonaro.

Trump: We give Israel $4.5 billion every year, they'll be good

US President says Israel knows how to defend itself very well and so it will be fine even after the US withdrawal from Syria.

Mattis cancels trip to Israel

US Defense Secretary cancels visit to Israel in the wake of his resignation.

'Our goal is to make Israel a non-political issue'

IAC CEO Shohan Nicolet sums up the 2018 National Conference.

'No country does more to protect US from terrorism than Israel'

Senior Democratic lawmakers speak at IAC Conference in Miami. Pelosi: The security of Israel is essential to the solution.

Friedman: We're very cognizant of Israel's security needs

US Ambassador to Israel: Possible alliances between Israel and Arab states give the Israeli public some confidence.

Trump: Israel is one reason we're staying in the Middle East

President Trump hints Israel is one of the reasons that he is keeping US military forces in the Middle East.

Watch: Happy Thanksgiving from PM Netanyahu

Prime Minister Netanyahu wishes Americans a Happy Thanksgiving. "We count our blessing of having this extraordinary friendship with the US."

US Jewish leaders:

'Time to stop inane anti-Israel bias at the UN'

Conference of Presidents, Young Israel applaud US for voting against UN resolution condemning Israel's presence in the Golan.

'The only consideration is Israel's national interest'

Prime Minister's Office responds to comments by Israeli official that Trump peace plan may be delayed due to early elections in Israel.

Pro-Israel candidate wins Florida Senate seat

Rick Scott defeats Democratic Senator Bill Nelson in Florida Senate race that triggered two recounts.

As promised, US votes against UN resolution on Golan

Non-binding resolution condemning Israeli "occupation" of the Golan Heights approved by a majority of 151 to 2, with four abstentions.

US to vote 'no' on anti-Israel UN resolution

Ambassador Haley says US will vote “no” on annual UN resolution condemning Israeli “occupation” of the Golan Heights.