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Nationalists 'Apologize' to US Ambassador After Stormy Meeting

Land of Israel Lobby in the Knesset issues apology Wednesday after meeting with US Ambassador Dan Shapiro goes south.

U.S. Congressmen in Samaria: Israel is an Important Friend

Senator Bill Johnson and Congressman David McKinley visit Judea and Samaria, affirm their country's friendship with Israel.

Gallup Poll: Israel Most Popular in Middle East

Support for Israel among Americans hits 23-year high.

Livni Attacks MKs for Opposing Building Freeze

Justice Minister Tzipi Livni lashes out at nationalist MKs over attempt to prevent another building freeze.

US 'Narrowing the Gaps' on a Framework Agreement

US Secretary of State John Kerry meets with Jordan, PA to discuss peace, claims that negotiations are advancing.

Building Freeze? 'Delusional'

Minister Hits Out over Reports US Pushing for Building Freeze

Minister of Housing Uri Ariel says US needs to 'stop and think' about its failures throughout Middle East before pressuring Israel.

'The Kerry Plan? Don't Worry about It'

Netanyahu confidant MK Tzahi Hanegbi declares to Arutz Sheva that there is no need to be concerned about the US 'framework for peace.'

Lapid: 'We are a Legion of 19 Spears' Protecting Peace Agenda

Finance Minister Yair Lapid insists in speech to American leaders that peace deal is the key to economic, political, and internal stability.

Website Takes 'John Kerry Solutions' Satire to English-Speakers

On the heels of viral success, new 'John Kerry Solutions Ltd' website emphasizes US's 'legacy of failure' in the Middle East.

Liberman: Kerry 'A Good Friend of Israel'

Foreign Minister praises Secretary of State, blasts Bennett over 'belligerence,' calls Meretz an 'Arab party in Israel.'

'America is Not to Blame for Our Stupidity'

Political analyst says US pressure on Israel makes sense - and that Israel only has itself to blame.

Uri Ariel: 'Israel Will Not Concede'

Housing Minister and Jewish Home MK urges nation, Prime Minister to remain strong in face of boycott threats.

'Boycotting Israel will Only Hurt the Palestinian Arabs'

Res. Colonel and former MK Moshe Peled notes hypocrisy, ineffectiveness of boycott threats against Israel in Arutz Sheva interview.

MK Attacks US's Use of Jewish Refugees to Gain Land Concessions

MK Nissim Ze'ev speaks to Arutz Sheva, slams Kerry peace framework for trading land for Jewish refugee clause.

Livni: Kerry is Actually Defending Israel From Boycotts

Justice Minister Tzipi Livni defends Kerry's boycott threats against Israel, claims 'settlements' build 'wall of hate' against Israel.

Poll: Most Americans Oppose Obama, Support Israel

ZOA poll reveals that most Americans - even those outside Jewish communities - oppose Washington's anti-Israel policies.

‘Don’t Make Us America’s Next Mistake’

Expert warns America: before pushing peace deal, remember Iraq, Iran, Libya and Egypt.

US Officially Approves Waiver to Lift Sanctions on Iran

It's official: the US approves waiver of select sanctions in Iran, claims Iran has begun curbing nuclear program.

Pentagon Unveils Details of Osprey Sale to Israel

Pentagon to sell sell six tilt-rotor Osprey aircraft to Israel, in a deal worth $1.13 billion.

Report: White House Expects Netanyahu to Condemn Yaalon Comments

A 'senior source' states that Prime Minister Binyamin Netanyahu himself is expected to reject the criticism leveled at peace plan.

Arutz Sheva Exclusive

Pollard's Handler: This Time He Really Could Go Free

Rafi Eitan, Jonathan Pollard's former handler, tells Arutz Sheva that recent developments, coupled with 'the right pressure' could free him.

Gilad Shalit Joins Calls to Release Jonathan Pollard

Shalit, who was kidnapped by Hamas and kept prisoner for 5 years, joins mounting calls for US to release Jonathan Pollard.

Outrage Continues Over US Spying Allegations

US 'spied on former Defense Minister from apartment across the street'. Netanyahu: We don't need special occasion to demand Pollard release.

Liberman: Israel-PA Dialogue May Fail, But Important to Continue

Foreign Minister Avigdor Liberman, speaking from the Saban Center for Middle Eastern Policy in Washington, stresses importance of talks.

US to Present Judea, Samaria 'Security Proposal' to Israel

US Secretary of State to impose his own ideas on Israel during Kerry visit; Israel responds: we will not compromise our security.

Israel and U.S. to Hold Joint Drill as Iran Deal Expires

Message to Iran: Israel and the U.S. will hold a joint military drill in six months, just as the interim agreement is due to expire.

U.S. Official: Israel's Position on Iran Could Lead to War

Top White House official warns that Israel’s proposal that Iran totally dismantle its nuclear capacity would likely lead to war.

Hanegbi: Israel, America can Disagree

Likud MK reminds Israelis that Israel and America have been at loggerheads in the past. ‘No need to panic.’

Expert: Time to say ‘Enough’ to America

Mideast expert warns pressure from Europe, America will never end ‘no matter how much we concede.’

Rivlin: We Can’t Afford to Fight with America

Former Knesset speaker warns against open conflict with the US position on Iran.

Report: America Spied on Israeli Military

US spy agency reportedly spied on ‘high priority targets’ in Israel, while simultaneously sharing information.

PM Tells Ministers: Don't Talk about US-Iran Call

Netanyahu does not want ministers embarrassing him ahead of his meeting with Obama.

Official: U.S. Will Notify Israel Ahead of Syria Strike

The United States would notify Israel hours in advance of an attack on Syria, says Israeli official.

Invoking Israel, Kerry Says Congress will Vote 'Aye'

Bashar al-Assad discounts “American threats” as US says sarin gas was used in August 21 massacre.

Israel a Top Target for U.S. Spying, Leaked Documents Reveal

The Obama administration views Israel as one of the top spying threats, according to documents leaked by Edward Snowden.

Israeli Delegation Visits U.S., Meets Susan Rice

Iran and Syria are on the agenda as an Israeli delegation, headed by Israel's national security advisor, arrives in Washington.

Chief of Staff of the U.S. Air Force Concludes Visit to Israel

The Chief of Staff of the U.S. Air Force, General Mark Welsh, departed Israel on Thursday after a four-day work visit.

America's Top Military Chief to Visit Israel Next Week

Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff, General Martin Dempsy, to discuss Iran, Syria and events in Sinai Peninsula with his IDF counterpart.

‘Americans Know the Two-State Solution has Failed’

Dayan says American leaders realize ‘two-state solution’ is a bust. MK: even Kerry knows there won’t be a PA state.

Report: Kerry Offers Freeze for Negotiations

U.S. Secretary of State suggests Israel freeze construction if it wants talks with the PA.

Rivlin: U.S. Criticism is Out of Line

MK: Kerry was wrong to condemn settlement legalization; lack of peace talks is not Israel’s fault.

'The UN Has Inverted Right and Wrong', Says Expert

It's time to re-think the United Nations, which turns Israel into a villain, says human rights scholar Anne Bayefsky.

Netanyahu Meets Hagel – Iran on Agenda

Iranian nukes are "a challenge that Israel cannot accept," says Netanyahu.

Pentagon Requests More Funding for Iron Dome

The Pentagon has requested $220.3 million to bolster Iron Dome, despite broader cuts to U.S. military spending.

New U.S. Budget Includes Increase in Defense Aid to Israel

The planned U.S. budget for the coming year, announced by President Obama, increases the American defense aid to Israel.

Obama's 'Not Bluffing' on Iran, Says Kerry

President Obama is not bluffing when he says he will stop Iran’s nuclear program, Kerry says after meeting President Shimon Peres.

Olmert: Netanyahu Treats Obama like 'Retarded Student'

Olmert attacks Netanyahu in new interview, accuses him of treating Obama ‘like a retarded student.’

Peres to Obama: America and Israel Share a Destiny

President Shimon Peres thanks President Barack Obama. ‘Your vision reflects the future as it should be.’

'Hopefully the Cut in U.S. Aid Will be a Blip on the Radar'

Arutz Sheva interviewed Eli Groner, Israel’s Minister for Economic Affairs to the United States, at the AIPAC policy conference.

US, Israel, Greece in Joint Naval Exercise

Israeli, Greek and US warships begin a two-week joint naval exercise dubbed Nobel Dina.

Official Logo for Obama Visit Selected Via Facebook

The official logo that will accompany President Barack Obama’s upcoming visit to Israel has been selected via Facebook.

Obama Visit Code Name: Unbreakable Alliance

Israelis asked to vote for their favorite logo for the visit, on Prime Minister's Facebook page.

Obama Visit is 'a Warning to Iran'

Ambassador Etinger: Obama understands the clock on Iranian bomb is ticking.

Senator Rand Paul Takes Surprising Pro-Israel Stance

An attack on Israel should be treated as an attack on the United States, says Kentucky Senator Rand Paul.

Obama Listened to Israel, Avoided Chemical War in Syria: Report

Israeli surveillance spotted Syria preparing chemical bombs. Israel alerted Obama, who gained Russian support to stop Assad.

Amb. Shoval: There's No 'Obama Revenge'

Former ambassador to U.S. Zalman Shoval tells Arutz Sheva Israel's relations with U.S. are actually improving, despite doomsayers.

Netanyahu on Inouye: a Humble Man with a Towering Spirit

Prime Minister: Inouye's friendship to the Jewish people knew no bounds. Israel will forever owe him a profound debt.

Poll: US Support for PA Near All-Time Low

Only 10 percent of Americans sympathize with the Palestinian Authority, according to a new Pew poll.

Obama Aims for Truce

Video of Obama: No Country on Earth Would Tolerate Rocket Fire

“There’s no country on Earth that would tolerate missiles raining down on its citizens from outside its borders,” Obama said in Thailand.

Panetta to Barak: Israel Has the Right to Defend Itself

U.S. Defense Secretary Leon Panetta speaks to Defense Minister Ehud Barak, reaffirms that Israel has the right to defend itself.