Mike Pence

Pence: Religious persecution happens in free countries, too

US VP Pence cites attacks on European Jews to make a point about bigotry.

Trump threatens Turkey with sanctions

Trump threatens to impose economic sanctions on Turkey over its refusal to release pastor detained in the country for more than a year.

North Korea's reaction to Pence was 'last straw' for Trump

North Korea's reaction to comments by Vice President was the "last straw" that led to cancellation of Trump-Kim meeting, says official.

Watch: Israel Independence Day celebrations in Washington

US Vice President Mike Pence attends celebrations at Israeli embassy in Washington DC, calls Israel's rebirth 'miracle of history.'

Pence: By recognizing Jerusalem, we chose fact over fiction

Vice President welcomes embassy relocation, vows the U.S. will never allow Iran to obtain a nuclear weapon.

Pence: We stand with Israel on this historic day

Vice President Pence congratulates Israel on its 70th Independence Day.

Pence: Syria will pay for using chemical weapons

US VP conveys additional warning, as Putin speaks with Erdogan about Syria.

Trump: Syria strike was 'perfectly executed'

Trump says Syria strike was 'perfectly executed,' 'mission accomplished.' Pence: Strikes were 'morally right act to take.'

Haram el-Sharif? Jerusalem Councilman enlightens Mike Pence

The Temple Mount is the holiest site for Jews, and only third in line for Muslims, after Mecca and Medina.

Pence: This is Iran's last chance

US will withdraw from Iran deal unless it is fixed soon, Pence tells AIPAC.

Trump: I believe North Korea is sincere

Trump responds after North Korea says it is willing to talk to the United States about giving up its nuclear weapons.

Pence: America stands with Israel, always

Vice President Pence speaks at AIPAC conference, reiterates America’s commitment to Israel.

North Korean officials cancel meeting with Pence

State Department: Vice President was ready to meet North Korean representatives at Olympics but North Korea cancelled at the last minute.

Vice President Mike Pence confirmed as AIPAC conference speaker

Vice President Mike Pence has been confirmed as keynote speaker for the American Israel Public Affairs Committee annual policy conference.

Pence: North Korea 'the most tyrannical regime on the planet'

Vice President says U.S. will continue to pressure on North Korea and sanctions will not be lifted until it abandons its weapons programs.

Trump:

'Palestinian Authority isn't interested in making peace'

'Bibi Netanyahu is a terrific leader,' says Trump, but warns Israel 'must be careful with settlements.' 'Not sure peace talks will happen.'

North Korea: No intention to meet U.S. officials

North Korea stressed it has no intention of meeting U.S officials during Winter Olympics in South Korea.

Mike Pence already preparing for midterm elections

In an interview, Vice President Pence says he intends to be very involved in strengthening the Republicans' ranks in the House and Senate.

Trump, Pence tried, hanged in effigy in Bethlehem

Fatah activists hold mock 'trial' of US president, vice president in Bethlehem before hanging the leaders in effigy.

'It is time to understand that the US supports us'

Recent statements made by senior administration officials made it clear where the US stands vis-a-vis Israel.

Was former chief rabbi of UK behind Mike Pence's Knesset speech?

Former Chief Rabbi of UK says he was consulted by VP Pence for his Knesset address, calls it a 'great tribute to the Jewish people'.

Watch: Netanyahu thanks Pence

Before leaving for World Economic Forum, Netanyahu says Pence's Knesset speech was "magnificent".

Mike Pence, what about the Temple Mount?

What about the Jews who didn’t want to leave Egypt? A chilling modern parallel.

Why doesn't the world deal with Mike Pence's praise for Israel?

The international media chose to hide the praise of the US vice president and focus on marginal events. Why did this happen?

'Trump's Administration is a miracle for the Jewish people'

Science and Technology Minister says huge change from 'anti-Israel' Obama Administration to Trump presidency.

Watch: What did VP Pence write at the Western Wall?

US Vice President Mike Pence writes note in guestbook during historic visit to Jerusalem holy site.

Report: Relations between US, PA suspended

PA cuts off relations with US following Trump's recognition of Jerusalem as Israel's capital.

Mike Pence: Western Wall visit was ' very inspiring'

Vice President Mike Pence wraps up his trip to Israel with a visit to the Western Wall in Jerusalem.

VP Pence:

'Trump's J'lem declaration proof of our support for Israel'

VP Pence pledges to withdraw from Iran nuclear deal if agreement not fixed, says US-Israel alliance has never been stronger.

Ambassador to Israel: Pence's speech moved me to tears

Ambassador David Friedman says VP Pence's 'historic' speech in Knesset moved him to tears. 'An extraordinary address'.

Haskel: Pence's speech was amazing - and a relief for Israelis

Canadian-born Likud MK lauds VP Pence following his Knesset address: 'This was an amazing, exciting, and important speech.'

Pence:

'Israel, America's best days are yet to come'

Watch: Pence and Netanyahu hold joint press conference

'US will never let Iran get nuclear weapons'

'The Iran nuclear deal is a disaster', says Pence, making 'solemn promise' that US will never permit Tehran regime to acquire nuclear arms.

Watch: Arab MKs ejected from Knesset ahead of Pence's address

Joint List MKs attempt to hold demonstration in Knesset against Vice President Pence's visit, are removed from plenum.

Pence to Knesset: Embassy to move to Jerusalem by end of 2019

Vice President Pence says US embassy to be relocated to Jerusalem by end of next year.

Netanyahu to Abbas:

'No peace talks without the US'

PM slams Abbas' attempt to find new broker for peace talks. 'Anyone who doesn't want to talk with the US doesn't want peace.'

'Pence is a true friend of Israel, the Knesset welcomes him'

Knesset Speaker Yuli Edelstein welcomes Vice President Pence ahead of much-anticipated Knesset address.

Watch: Mike Pence lands in Israel for historic visit

Vice President Mike Pence lands in Israel, beginning first trip since taking office.

Pence: We'll support 'two-state solution' if both sides agree

U.S. Vice President meets Egyptian President, says U.S. has come to no final resolution on Israel-PA peace agreement.

Pence to visit Middle East despite shutdown threat

U.S. Vice President to head to the Middle East despite the threat of a federal government shutdown looming over Washington.

Pence announces Israel visit

Vice President Mike Pence to visit Jewish state later this month, following multiple delays. No meetings with PA officials planned

Pence: Israel visit is still on

Despite repeated delays and no new date set, Vice President's office says trip still on. Pence expected to visit Israel in January.

Pence visit to Israel postponed indefinitely

Vice President had planned to visit Israel, speak at Knesset in December.

Watch: 'Thank you, America. I'm honored'

Prime Minister Netanyahu reacts after hearing that he made list of Americans' most admired men of 2017.

'Day of Rage' continues without Pence's visit

The postponement of VP Mike Pence's visit to the Middle East hasn't prevented a slew of attacks and riots today across Judea and Samaria.

Report: Pence wanted press conference at Kotel

VP reportedly asked to hold press conference at Western Wall during trip to Israel but Kotel rabbi disapproved. Trip has since been delayed.

Pence delays Israel visit

U.S. Vice President delays Middle East visit until mid-January so he can take part in Senate vote on tax reforms.

Knesset Speaker calls on all MKs to attend US VP's speech

MK Yuli Edelstein responds to plan by Joint Arab List to boycott speech by Vice President Pence in Knesset this week.

Pence expected to make first state visit to Western Wall

VP likely to be escorted to Western Wall by senior Israeli official, marking first time senior US official makes state visit to OId City.

Fatah calls for protests during Pence visit

PA chairman's faction calls for massive demonstration to protest Pence's to Jerusalem.

U.S. expects Western Wall to be part of Israel

Administration official says Washington cannot envision situation under which the Western Wall would not be a part of Israel.

Vice President Pence's first stop: The Western Wall

Mike Pence asks to be taken directly to Western Wall from airport after landing in Israel.

Pence delays trip to Israel

US Vice President will delay his visit to Israel by several days in order to participate in vote on tax reforms.

Arab MKs to boycott Pence's Knesset address

Arab Joint List announces its MKs will not attend US VP Mike Pence's speech at the Knesset in protest of Jerusalem recognition.

White House hits PA:

'Unfortunate PA chooses to miss yet another opportunity'

Trump administration chastises PA over its refusal to meet with VP Pence during upcoming trip.

Abbas aide: There will be no meeting with Pence

Aide to PA chairman confirms Abbas won't meet U.S. Vice President following Washington's policy shift on Jerusalem.

Egypt's Sunnis boycott Pence

Imam of Egypt's highest Sunni institution cancels meeting with U.S. Vice President due to recognition of Jerusalem.

White House: Pence still plans to meet Abbas

White House says canceling meeting between PA chairman and VP Pence would be "counterproductive."

Anti-Trump Backlash

PA: VP Pence 'unwelcome' after J'lm recognition

Ahead of visit to Israel, PA tells VP Mike Pence he is 'unwelcome in Palestine' after Trump recognizes Jerusalem as Israel's capital.

Report: Trump expected to move embassy to Jerusalem within days

Israeli officials say President Trump preparing to recognize Jerusalem as capital of Israel, move US embassy to Jerusalem.