Israel-US Relations

Huckabee denies electoral interference

US ambassador Mike Huckabee declared that he had made no attempt to influence Israel's haredi parties not to force elections.

Ambassador Danny Danon:

'We will recruit the US against a Palestinian state'

Israel’s Ambassador to the UN, Danny Danon, tells Arutz Sheva about his push to ensure the USA vetoes France's attempt to recognize a Palestinian state.

Trump On War:

'Gaza is nasty and Bibi is an angry man'

In a fiery Fox News interview, President Donald Trump shared his blunt takes on the Israel-Gaza war, offered a controversial vision for Gaza's future, praised Gulf states as peace partners, sympathized with Netanyahu and condemned Hamas.

'You're Killing Kids!':

Ben & Jerry’s co-founder arrested after protesting aid to Israel

Ben Cohen, co-founder of the iconic ice cream brand Ben & Jerry’s, was forcibly removed and arrested during a Senate hearing on Wednesday after vocally protesting U.S. military support for Israel.

'A Beacon Of Hope':

Steve Witkoff visits Hostages Square after Edan's release

In a visit to Hostages Square in Tel Aviv, U.S. special envoy Steve Witkoff called the release of Edan Alexander “a beacon of hope” for the families of the remaining hostages and credited key international players for their roles in the breakthrough.

MK Boaz Bismuth:

Trump is a friend of Israel, we will do what's best for Israel

MK Boaz Bismuth reaffirmed Israel's gratitude to President Trump - and it's readiness to work without US support.

Father of Hostage:

'I have no expectations from Trump'

Tzvika Mor, father of hostage Eitan Mor, warns of political manipulation, partial deals, and misplaced trust as global attention returns to Gaza.

Former senior Mossad official:

'Hamas will remain in Gaza - there is no magic solution'

Dr. Amnon Sofrin estimates that the many declarations that Hamas will be destroyed completely are likely to fall short of the truth.

Huckabee:

'Houthi attacks on Israel could be considered attacks on America'

U.S. Ambassador to Israel Mike Huckabee warned that any Houthi attacks on Israel could be seen as direct threats to the United States, citing the 700,000 American citizens living in the country.

Consul General to mark Independence Day with released hostage

Israeli consul Ofir Akunis has scheduled a celebration for next week, with the participation of released hostage Agam Berger and political figures.

Mezuzah from Mt. Ebal placed at American embassy

The new U.S. Ambassador to Israel, Mike Huckabee, met with Samaria governor Yossi Dagan. The two fixed a mezuzah made of stones from the biblical Mt. Ebal on Huckabee's office door.

Trump fires advisor over alleged contact with Israel against Iran

A new report claims that Mike Waltz attempted to negotiate military action against Iran with Israel without including Trump in the deliberations.

Ben Shapiro at ceremony:

'We stand united against enemies of Western civilization'

Ben Shapiro lit a torch for Independence Day and dedicated it 'as a Jew and an American, to Israel, a nation of champions and dreamers.'

Malcolm Hoenlein:

'We could work with the Iranian people to overthrow the IRGC'

Malcolm Hoenlein, Vice Chair and CEO Emeritus of the Conference of Presidents of Major American Jewish Organizations, tells Arutz Sheva that Iran must be stopped - and can be.

Amb. Huckabee:

'Trump will lead the war against Iran'

US Ambassador Mike Huckabee pledges military action against Iran if the IRGC continues to pursue nuclear weapons.

Trump:

'I am ready to meet with Khamenei'

In an interview with Time magazine, the U.S. president claims he did not prevent an attack against the nuclear facilities but noted that he is ready to meet with Khamenei.

KFC branches in Pakistan under attack

One person was killed and hundreds arrested after a mass protest by residents of Pakistan against the American food chain KFC due to the U.S. support in the war in Gaza.

Consul-General Akunis:

'I hope Israelis learn from this unity'

Special interview with Consul-General Ofir Akunis ahead of the Arutz Sheva Jerusalem Conference in New York.

Report:

Israel was not informed of direct negotiations with Iran

A source familiar with the details stated that although the possibility that Trump would renew contact with Iran was taken into account, it was evident that Netanyahu did not know in advance about the move.

Released hostage to be honored by USA

Former hostage Amit Soussana will be honored with the prestigious International Women of Courage Award, presented by U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio, in the presence of First Lady Melania Trump.

Rubio:

US revoked visas of over 300 anti-Israel ‘lunatics’

US Secretary of State says America will not give student visas to people who want to come to the US to do things like 'vandalizing universities, harassing students taking over buildings,' and those who do these thinks will lose their visas and right to be in the US.

Netanyahu:

'Israel has become a fact of life for the Arab states'

Prime Minister Netanyahu reviews the dramatic changes the war has brought about so far across the Middle East.

Report:

Adam Boehler removed from Gaza hostage negotiatons

Sources in the Republican Party say that President Trump's envoy for hostages was removed from handling the issue of the hostages in Gaza after saying that Hamas were 'nice guys'.

White House gives Jewish-themed jibe to pro-Palestinian protester

The White House announced the arrest of Mahmoud Khalil, a Palestinian Arab graduate student, adding 'Shalom, Mahmoud.'

Trump Shocked:

'Wasn't anyone there kind? The hostages said no'

President Trump expressed his shock at the treatment of the hostages during an Oval Office press conference.

Eli Sharabi to meet Trump:

'Saving lives is our goal, we will fight to the end'

Released hostage Eli Sharabi is meeting with US President Trump tonight 'on a mission to restore hope to the hostages'.

Defense Minister:

'Iran is the main threat, we will work with USA to defeat it'

Defense Minister Israel Katz spoke with the American Secretary of Defense and thanked America for the decision to speed up arms shipments to Israel.

Culture Minister:

'We need a haredi corps'

Israeli Culture Minister Miki Zohar suggests establishing a dedicated IDF corps for haredim amidst the political impasse around the conscription law.

Iran on high alert in fear of Israeli-US joint attack

The IRGC is strengthening air defense and preparedness, particularly around nuclear sites.

US Senators:

'Four questions to be answered in this region'

U.S. Senator Lindsey Graham (R-South Carolina), along with a group of other Senators, told a press conference this evening about how Israel and America should proceed regarding Iran, the Palestinians, and Saudi Arabia.

President Trump:

'Israel must choose what to do, we will support any decision'

Donald Trump wrote that Israel would have American backing for any steps taken in response to Hamas not freeing all the hostages on Saturday.

Conference of Presidents CEO:

Trump's Gaza plan is a challenge to the world

William Daroff, CEO of the Conference of Presidents of Major Jewish Organizations, joined Arutz Sheva to speak about the conference's fiftieth annual mission to Israel and the historic events the mission will address.

Cabinet Officials:

'USA will allow Israel to remain in Lebanon'

Sources in the security cabinet claim that Israel received a green light from the United States to remain in some positions in southern Lebanon.

Chief of Staff Herzi Halevi to make last official visit to USA

IDF Chief of Staff Herzi Halevi is set to visit the US next week for an official trip as his term ends, amid tensions over a hostage deal and Hamas threats.

US CENTCOM chief visits Israel

The Commander of U.S. Central Command (CENTCOM), General(* * * *) Michael "Erik" Kurilla, arrived in Israel this week (Wednesday) as the official guest of the Chief of the General Staff, LTG Herzi Halevi.

Standing Together:

Rep. Brian Mast meets fellow war amputee Ari Spitz

IDF soldier Ari Spitz, who lost his legs in Gaza, met today with fellow war amputee Brian Mast, who lost his legs in Afghanistan and now serves as Chair of the House Foreign Affairs Committee in Congress.

Rep. Andrew Harris:

'Israel is for Jews, from the river to the sea'

Rep. Andrew Harris (R-MD 1st District) sent a letter to Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu supporting the Knesset resolution against a Palestinian state.

Ambassador Danon:

'Netanyahu's visit is the start of a new era for Israel'

Danny Danon tells Arutz Sheva about the new era ushered in by Prime Minister Netanyahu's visit to Washington DC.

Netanyahu in Washington:

Hostage deal, the 'day after', and the Abraham Accords

Prime Minister Netanyahu is on his way to Washington as the first foreign leader invited to the White House in President Trump's second term, hoping to negotiate several strategic achievements for Israel.

Amb. Yechiel Leiter:

'I'm ready to get to work'

Dr. Yechiel Leiter, Israel's new Ambassador to the USA, tweeted a video from his new office about the special connection between Israel and America.

Biden:

'Israel must address legitimate concerns of Palestinians'

In his last interview as President, Joe Biden claimed that Israel could not sustain itself without a commitment to a Palestinian state.

Jimmy Carter's aid to the Ayatollahs

Former Israeli envoy to Washington Yoram Ettinger gives a retrospective on former US President Jimmy Carter's policies and how they contributed to the rise of Ayatollah Khomeini.

Mike Huckabee:

'We've had a schizophrenic policy towards Israel'

Incoming ambassador to Israel Mike Huckabee says that the USA has been putting unfair pressure on Israel as compared to Hamas.

Report:

US sanctions companies building in Judea and Samaria

For the first time, the US has imposed sanctions on private companies as well as individuals involved in Israeli construction in Judea and Samaria.

Netanyahu Confirms:

'We hit a component related to Iran's nuclear program'

Prime Minister Netanyahu has publicly confirmed for the first time that Israel's attack damaged the Iranian nuclear program.

US senators:

ICC arrest warrants for Israeli officials illegal

A group of senators addressed the ICC prosecutor to raise concerns about the international legality of the request for warrants against Israel's Prime and Defense Ministers.

Amb. David Friedman:

'Israel needs a strong America, Harris poses a danger to Israel'

Former US Ambassador to Israel David Friedman weighs in on how the US elections could influence Israel and discusses his new book on a proposed solution for the Middle East's most intractable problems.

US to deliver ballistic missile interceptor batteries to Israel

For the first time, in preparation for threats from Iran, the US will deploy a THAAD air defense system in Israel to intercept long-range ballistic missiles.

Prime Minister's Office:

We share the goals of the American initiative

The Prime Minister's Office stated that Israel is a partner in the goals of the initiative led by the U.S to allow residents along Israel's northern border to safely return to their homes.

US administration:

Smotrich is preventing a Palestinian state

In the past day, the US has focused on Finance Minister Bezalel Smotrich, accusing him of preventing the establishment of a Palestinian state.

US officials:

IDF has exhausted military possibilities in Gaza

Officials who spoke with the New York Times said that 'Israel has achieved everything it can militarily in the Strip.'

Israel to begin manufacturing aircraft munitions

The decision is part of an attempt to improve the IDF's logistics and independence of foreign manufacturers.

Feiglin:

'US is disintegrating, we need to shed its constraints'

Former MK Moshe Feiglin claims that the USA is on the brink of civil war and that Israel must begin to disregard international pressure.

Mark Levin:

'These are the supplies the US is withholding from Israel'

A recent segment of Life, Liberty, and Levin displayed an extensive list of military supplies that the Biden Administration has been delaying.

US Responds:

Houthi attack 'brazen and shocking'

American diplomatic officials have responded to the UAV strike near the US Embassy Branch in Tel Aviv.

Gallant hosts US CENTCOM commander in Tel Aviv

Gallant gave a review of the developments in Israel's north and south and the efforts being made to ensure the delivery of humanitarian aid.

Report:

Government blocking seven tons of equipment for security forces

Multiple ministries are blocking the distribution of more than seven tons of donated equipment intended to benefit security forces and evacuees.

UTJ Leader:

'It is forbidden to provoke the nations of the world'

UTJ leader Moshe Gafni met with US ambassador Jack Lew and said that spiritual leaders in Israel have always called for cooperation with the USA.

Elizabeth Pipko to Arutz Sheva:

I am a proud Jew, blessed with the opportunity to represent Trump

Special interview | RNC spokeswoman Elizabeth Pipko speaks with Arutz Sheva about Donald Trump's plans should he return to the Oval Office and her connection to her Jewish faith.

VP Harris' Security Advisor:

'Some in Israel reject a ceasefire deal, we simply disagree'

US Vice President Kamala Harris' National Security Advisor Philip H. Gordon speaks at Reichman University about the benefits of promoting the US-backed ceasefire plan, warns of the costs of rejecting it.