Michael Oren

Florida FIDF event raises over $2 million

More than 800 IDF supporters join MK Michael Oren for FIDF gala.

Michael Oren: Our goal is direct talks with no preconditions

Former Ambassador Michael Oren spoke to Arutz Sheva about the upcoming meeting between Prime Minister Netanyahu and President Trump.

MK Oren: We do not depend on the US

MK Michael Oren tells students at pre-IDF academy that Israel must rely on itself despite importance of alliance with US.

Kulanu MK: Obama abstention is 'betrayal' and 'abandonment'

In an exclusive interview with Arutz Sheva, Deputy Public Diplomacy Minister talks about Obama's abstention and what Trump can do about it.

MK Oren: Ghattas should lose all Knesset rights

MK Michael Oren (Kulanu) maintains that merely revoking Ghattas's immunity is not enough for his actions.

Kulanu MKs: Shas plan will destroy Israel-diaspora relations

Kulanu MKs Michael Oren and Rachel Azaria blasted the proposed Shas bill to regulate the status of the Kotel.

Former Israeli Ambassador to US: Boycott French products

Kulanu MK and ex-Ambassador to US tells Israelis to 'Think twice' before buying French goods.

Michael Oren video goes viral

Oren's message for Rosh Hashanah includes him recounting his 'conversations with G-d.'

Oren: Hillary's not a little girl anymore; race takes its toll

Deputy Minister for Diplomacy in the Prime Minister's office Michael Oren talks American politics in an interview with Arutz Sheva

Michael Oren: 9/11 brought Israel, US closer

MK Michael Oren blasts demands to ethnically cleanse Judea, Samaria of Jews; says 9/11 attacks brought Israel, US closer together.

Oren, Lipman join forces to improve absorption of Anglos

New immigrants' caucus will work towards legislation to address needs of English speakers.

Nationalist MKs back Netanyahu in confrontation with Ya'alon

MK Michael Oren calls to preserve the separation between the IDF and the government. Leftist MKs express support for Defense Minister.

Fmr ambassador to US Oren: 'We will never be defeated'

'We live in an age of miracles,' says MK Michael Oren, where universal bereavement mixes with triumphant celebration.

Michael Oren: US candidates must know facts on Israel

After bus bombing, former ambassador urges presidential candidates to learn crucial facts about Israel, reality in the Middle East.

MK: State Dept. criticism causes Palestinians to avoid talks

MK Michael Oren says American criticism of Israel weakens the confidence of Israelis and also causes the PA to avoid peace talks.

Ex-ambassador: Obama 'fabricated' diplomatic crises with Israel

Ex-ambassador Oren blames 'fabricated' crises created by Obama administration for icy relations between Israel and Washington.

Did Obama make up his fight with Netanyahu?

Former Ambassador to the US Michael Oren says face-off with Netanyahu revealed by Obama in interview didn't actually happen.

On first Israel trip, Sean Penn hails Israeli humanitarian work

Haiti is at a crucial turning point. Five years after the earthquake it can still use all the help it can get - and Israel is still helping.

MK Michael Oren holds secret talk with PA envoy

Former Ambassador to US meets PA representative at Hebrew U., discusses shootings of terrorists, incitement and two state solution.

J Street, Iran, and democracy

Airing one's dirty laundry in public is not the way to cement the relationship between the US and Israel.

New Bill: Open Knesset Sessions With Hatikvah

MK has proposed that the Knesset open its winter and summer sessions with the singing of the national anthem, Hatikvah.

Michael Oren: Netanyahu Made History With UN 'Silence'

Prime Minister Netanyahu's minute of silence had the desired impact on the audience inside the UN, former US ambassador says.

MK Oren: Bring Pollard Home Now, Not in Five Years

Kulanu MK Michael Oren wants the government to make every effort to bring released spy Jonathan Pollard to Israel as soon as possible.

'Americans, This Deal Imperils Your Families'

Ex-envoy Michael Oren debunks claim that Iran deal was best option: 'A good deal is still possible for those with the courage to forge it.'

Oren: Iran Deal an Existential Danger Unknown for a Generation

Former Ambassador to US Michael Oren says Israel will lobby Congress to 'defend ourselves and the future of our children.'

ADL Condemns Oren's 'Unjustified' Attack on Obama

ADL issues sharp rebuke of former ambassador for 'insensitive' essay on Obama, says Oren is veering into realm of 'conspiracy theories.'

Michael Oren, Profile in Courage

MKs Slam Oren's Claim Obama Obsessed with Pleasing Muslim World

MK Michael Oren under fire from fellow Israeli politicians in the wake of second op-ed attacking US President's relationship with Israel.

Kulanu Blasted over 'Obsequious' Apology to US

Moshe Kahlon is guilty of weakening Israel's ability to stand up for itself on the international scene, Attorney Yoram Sheftel argues.

Interview

Will Michael Oren's Book Damage US-Israel Relations?

Book critical of the Obama administration is ultimately 'negligible,' but Israel's response is not, former Amb. Yoram Ettinger says.

Michael Oren Spills The Beans

Exclusive: US pressure ongoing

Bibi Refusing to Apologize for Ex-Envoy Oren's Obama-Slam

US Ambassador Shapiro has been pressuring Jerusalem to criticize MK Michael Oren, but Netanyahu has decided not to do so.

49% of Israelis: Obama Purposely Harming US-Israel Ties

Poll finds nearly half of Israelis agree with MK Michael Oren who said Obama's 'mistakes' are being made on purpose.

Erdan Slams Ex-Envoy for Obama Bashing

Strategic Affairs Minister says Kulanu MK Michael Oren's recent attacks on US President Barack Obama 'don't match the reality.'

State Department Denounces Oren's 'False' Assertions

State Department spokesman denounces former ambassador Michael Oren's comments that Obama abandoned Israel.

Kahlon Distances Kulanu from Ex-Envoy's Remarks on Obama

Kulanu leader and Finance Minister pens letter urging US that former ambassador's revelations 'do not represent' the party.

Ex-Envoy Reveals How Obama Betrayed Israel Alliance

Former ambassador Oren details how Obama abandoned 'no daylight' and 'no surprises,' and single-handedly brought relations to a nadir.

Interview

Former Washington Envoy: BDS is a 'Strategic Threat' to Israel

Former ambassador to Washington says BDS poses a 'strategic threat' to Israel, should be fought as such - and there is hope.

Report: Israel Helped Obama Prevent Syria Strikes

New book alleges top Israeli officials pitched intervention plan on Syria chemical weapons fiasco - and set poor precedent for Iran.

Former Ambassador: Obama Incapable of Empathizing with Israel

Former Israeli envoy to Washington, MK Michael Oren, explains why Obama is gambling on Israel's future - and why there is still hope.

Insider Book to Reveal Roots of Obama's Israel Antipathy

Former Amb. to the US Michael Oren to reveal in detail how deep Washington's hatred for Israel goes - and some of the incidents are bizarre.

Livni: Israel Has No Choice But to 'Toe Obama's Line'

The Israel-US Relations Lobby of the Knesset discussed the latest developments in the ongoing relationship between both countries.

Michael Oren: PA in the ICC a 'Strategic Threat' to Israel

The PA plans to use its berth “as a strategic threat against Israel, in the form of international boycotts and sanctions," said Oren.

MK-elect Oren: Obama Statement 'a Strategic Blow'

Former Ambassador to US says Israel must act immediately to improve relations with US.

Illusions and Delusions of Michael Oren in the WSJ

Oren to Netanyahu: Now That the Speech is Over, Meet Obama

Former Israeli Ambassador praises Netanyahu's Congress speech but says he should also request a meeting with the President.

Michael Oren Joins Kulanu Party, Promises Suave Diplomacy

Former Israeli Ambassador to the United States Michael Oren will be joining Moshe Kahlon, the Kulanu party head announced Wednesday.

Michael Oren: The Israeli Left 'Has Crashed'

Former Israeli ambassador to the US says the Left refuses to accept the Palestinian aren't interested in negotiations.

Frmr. Israeli Ambassador Urges Withdrawal from Judea-Samaria

Dr. Michael Oren insists the political right must 'grow up' and present 'peace plan' - weeks after similar plan led to rocket fire, war.

Oren's 'Plan B': Unilateral Withdrawal

Ex-Ambassador in US says he is not on the same page as Netanyahu when he recommends 'Disengagement 2'.

Former Israeli Ambassador to Congress: Ban Academic Boycotts

Michael Oren, former Israeli ambassador to the US, calls on Congress to outlaw academic boycotts against Israel.

Oren: PM Faces 'Ben Gurionesque Dilemma' on Iran

Outgoing ambassador to U.S. says point of no return is fast approaching, but Bibi's up for the job

PM Appoints Ron Dermer as Next Ambassador to US

Prime Minister Binyamin Netanyahu has decided to appoint Ron Dermer as Israel's next Ambassador to the United States.

AJC Urges Court to Uphold Conviction of Anti-Israel Protesters

Jewish groups urge court to uphold conviction of 10 individuals for interrupting speech given by Ambassador Michael Oren at UC Irvine.

Amb. Oren Calling It Quits This Year

U.S. Ambassador says he is ending his term in the fall. His replacement might be Ron Dermer.

Oren: Syria Military Action 'Very,Very Complex'

Military action in response to Syria's suspected use of chemical weapons would be "very, very complex," said Israeli ambassador Michael Oren

Oren: We Want Peace, Now

Ambassador sounds pacific note at AIPAC conference, ahead of Obama visit.

Rand Paul: It's not Our Business Where Israelis Build

The senator spoke at The Iron Dome Congressional Tribute, a celebration of the U.S.-Israel alliance.

Oren: Chemical Weapons in Wrong Hands Would be 'Game Changer'

Israeli ambassador to US warns that any evidence of chemical weapons being passed to terrorist groups would be a “red line for Israel”.

Oren: Israel is a 'Real Country', Not an 'Issue'

Amb. Oren: American Jewry must overcome bitter divisiveness stemming from Israel being seen “as an issue" rather than “a real country.”