Israel-US

Obama: Bibi's allegations 'don't match up with the facts'

Outgoing President rejects Netanyahu’s claims that his administration was behind UN Resolution 2334, insists he is a friend to Israel.

Saban 'deeply disturbed' by Obama's conduct on Israel

Media mogul Haim Saban issues a scathing criticism of the Obama administration’s recent anti-Israel actions.

Trump: Israel is very important to me

President-elect stresses the importance of Israel, criticizes Kerry over his recent anti-Israel comments.

Huckabee: Defund the UN and give the money to veterans

Former Arkansas Governor blasts Kerry's "ridiculous" speech, calls for the United States to pull its portion of the UN's funding.

Kerry to respond to Israeli claims on UN vote

Official says Secretary of State will respond in his speech to Israeli claims that the U.S. was behind anti-Israel vote at the UN.

Security Council approves 'anti-settlement' resolution

UNSC approves Resolution 2334 calling on Israel to end "settlement activities". United States abstains.

Schumer urges Obama to veto anti-Israel resolution

Incoming Senate Democratic Leader says an abstention on "anti-settlement" resolution isn't enough.

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'Moving embassy to Jerusalem would be great for peace'

Israel’s ambassador to the United States, Ron Dermer, welcomes Trump’s pledge to move the American embassy in Israel to Jerusalem.

Trump taps Israel advisor as next ambassador to Israel

President-elect to nominate attorney David Friedman as U.S. ambassador to Israel. Friedman: I look forward to serving from Jerusalem.

Jewish Chamber of Commerce schedules Israel mission

Group of business and political activists will head to Israel for a mission to strengthen economic ties between the U.S. and Israel.

40% of Americans support UN resolution on 'settlements'

Less than half of Americans support the idea of President Obama backing a UN resolution on Israel-PA conflict before he leaves office.

U.S. 'concerned' about death of Palestinian-American teen

Obama administration reportedly still has "concerns" about the death of a Palestinian-American teen at the hands of Israeli security forces.

Israel and the American-Indian question

As State Department condemns Jewish "settlements", embittered American Indians see Thanksgiving as glorifying American "settlements."

'We're looking forward to working with the Trump administration'

Ambassador Ron Dermer: Israel looks forward to working with all the members of Donald Trump's administration, including Steve Bannon.

Israelis still lining up to visit Trump's America

For Israelis, the U.S. hasn't lost its luster and Trump's election hasn't altered any of their travel plans.

'The relationship with Israel will only get stronger'

Watch: Ambassador Dan Shapiro speaks as the U.S. Embassy in Israel celebrates American democracy.

Election 2016: The top Jewish moments of a delirious campaign

This presidential campaign has made Jewish history, for reasons good and bad.

U.S. Treasury Secretary visits Israel for talks

U.S. Treasury Secretary Jack Lew visited Israel for talks on the Iran nuclear deal and other issues.

Clinton aide: Israel is 'depressing'

Newly leaked emails show that one of Hillary Clinton’s aides referred to Israel as "depressing" after Netanyahu won the 2015 elections.

Emails show Clinton eager to patch things up with Netanyahu

Clinton’s plan to meet Israeli PM in her first month as president is listed high in an internal campaign memo.

Expert: 'Obama must veto anti-settlement resolution'

Professor Anne Bayefsky explains why a UN Security Council resolution declaring Judea and Samaria communities illegal would be dangerous.

Clinton: When Peres spoke it was like listening to a psalm

Democratic presidential nominee speaks with Jewish leaders ahead of Rosh Hashanah, reaffirms her commitment to Israel.

Dennis Ross: Obama drove Israel and Arab states together

Former US envoy to the Mideast speaks of the importance of US involvement in the region. 'The Las Vegas rules don't apply to the Mideast.'

Republican senators fight to expand aid to Israel

The ink is barely dry on the defense package but seven republicans want to improve the financial assistance

Iran 'more determined' to strengthen military

Iran's chief of staff says the aid deal between the U.S. and Israel makes Iran more determined to strengthen its military.

'US aid to Israel isn't compensation for Iran deal'

Senior US official claims military-aid deal is a 'significant achievement', and that the Iran nuclear deal had no effect on it.

'We couldn't have gotten a better deal'

Acting National Security Adviser rejects criticism of defense aid agreement with the United States.

Republican senator: Israel made a mistake signing security deal

Republican Senator Lindsey Graham argues Israel could have gotten a better security aid package had it waited until after Obama left office.

Obama's $38B aid package to Israel comes with caveats

Obama's $38B aid package to Israel comes with caveats: It's generous, but on his terms,

Obama hails new defense aid to Israel

President Obama says new aid agreement "will make a significant contribution to Israel’s security".

Is US-Israel aid deal really biggest ever?

US claims it's giving Israel greatest amount of military aid ever, but details of the agreement reveal a more complex picture.

US concludes record Israel military aid deal

US agrees to 'single largest pledge of bilateral military assistance in US history' for Israel.

'The next defense aid package will be the largest in history'

U.S. Ambassador to Israel Dan Shapiro says the next American defense aid package will cover Israel's security needs until 2029.

Barak: Netanyahu caused serious harm to Israel's security

Former Prime Minister and Defense Minister blasts Netanyahu's conduct with regards to military aid package from the United States.

Netanyahu: Israel's view on Iran deal remains unchanged

PM Netanyahu reiterates Israel rejects Iran nuclear deal, but stresses the importance of the alliance with the United States.

U.S. and Israel close to agreement on military aid

Senior American official says the United States and Israel have closed many of the remaining gaps in talks over a new military aid package.

Clinton's VP supports increased missile defense aid to Israel

Tim Kaine part of a group of senators calling on Congress to add $320 million for Israeli missile defense to defense appropriations bill.

Israeli official to travel to Washington, discuss military aid

National Security Council interim chief to visit Washington and advance negotiations on new aid agreement.

Clinton backs Israel, blasts Trump in San Diego

Democratic presidential candidate says the United States has an obligation to defend Israel, while blasting Trump's foreign policy.

Clinton: 'Unfair' to put onus on Israel for peace talks failure

Democratic presidential frontrunner signals to Jewish voters she will be more openly supportive of Israel if elected.

Sanders calls for more 'balanced' Middle East policy

Democratic presidential candidate calls for balanced American Middle East policy, deems Israel's actions in Gaza "disproportionate."

Kahlon calls to conclude talks on American aid ASAP

Finance Minister says Israel ought to conclude negotiations over a defense aid deal with the United States as soon as possible.

What Israel needs and why, according to AIPAC

AIPAC lists the threats to Israel, and what it needs to protect itself.

Trump: Israel will have to pay back the military assistance

Prior to AIPAC speech, Republican frontrunner hints he would ask Israel to pay back the military assistance it receives from the States.

'The United States isn't supporting its friends as it should be'

Philanthropist Martin Oliner says America has created a void in the Middle East and, as a result, other allies for Israel are stepping in.

Obama’s 10-year aid package comes with a catch

As officials urge Netanyahu to accept military aid offer, new details show major shortcoming in the deal.

Netanyahu urged to accept American offer for military aid

American officials tell Netanyahu he won't get a better military aid package from Obama's successor.

Israel, United States to hold bilateral military drill

Joint Juniper Cobra drill between the United States and Israel to take place later this month.

US rejects comparison of Israel's NGO law to lobbying registry

State Dept. spokesman says Israeli Transparency Law and US Foreign Agents Registration Act 'two different things' - but can't explain how.

Susan Rice: We Want to Deepen Our Cooperation with Israel

Obama’s National Security Adviser says Washington is interested in deepening its security cooperation with Israel following the Iran deal.

Sources: American Aid to Israel to Increase After 2017

United States defense aid to Israel is likely to increase after 2017 when a current package expires, sources on both sides say.

Christie: Obama Only Stands Up to Our Friends

New Jersey governor blasts Obama for failing to stand up to evil and only standing up to Prime Minister Netanyahu.

Obama: Most US Jews Still Support Me

President defends policies on Iran, says there is no indication Saudis intend to pursue their own nuclear program.

Israel to Buy Bombs and Missiles from Washington

United States says it will sell thousands of bombs and missiles to Israel as well as helicopters to Saudi Arabia.

US Expects Israeli Pledge to Two-States to Continue

In veiled threat, Wendy Sherman says if Israeli gov't doesn't show commitment to two-state solution, US will have trouble backing it in UN.

Rivlin Refuses to Meet with Jimmy Carter Over Anti-Israel Views

Former US President viewed as 'permanently damaging' to Israel, diplomatic source reveals.

US Chief Negotiator: We're Committed to Israel's Security

Chief nuclear negotiator Wendy Sherman tells reporters that US stands behind Israel's security, but 'no option' better than diplomacy.

Israel-US diplomatic crisis

Obama-Netanyahu Hostility is 'Unprecedented' in History

Historian reveals the key clashes between US presidents and Israeli prime ministers, and why none have been as bad as the 'new low.'

Diplomat: Obama Seeking 'Revenge' on Netanyahu

The White House's latest tirade against Israel is due to revenge over failed V15 campaign, to distract Americans from Iran, source says.

Watch: Senator Rubio Rips Obama's 'Historic Mistake' on Israel

Rubio gives impassioned speech revealing Obama's 'outrageous' hypocrisy and enmity concerning Israel with elections fallout.