![]() "Israel-US defense pact will not limit the IDF"Advocate of US-Israel defense pact addresses concerns, saying IDF's freedom won't be restricted, pact only relates to "extreme" situations.![]() Israel cannot be judged like an American suburbJay Shapiro claims that Israel is often judged by standards that are not appropriate.![]() Trump to host Netanyahu next weekPM netanyahu to meet President Trump in Washington for 2-say meeting next week.![]() Arutz Sheva conference on US-Israel relationsSenior Fox News anchor Pete Hegseth, dignitaries and guests gather in Jerusalem to discuss bilateral relations, media and Jerusalem.![]() 'US understands Israel's decision not to negotiate with PA'Deputy Foreign Minister sees cabinet's decision to freeze diplomatic negotiations as long as Hamas does not reform as a breakthrough.![]() 'Next 4 years will be much better than Obama years'MK Amir Ohana says that while Obama years were not truly bad, the Trump years will be better for the US-Israel relationship.![]() 'For first time in years no daylight between Israel and US'Ambassador Ron Dermer: 'For the first time in many years, perhaps in many decades, there is no daylight between our two governments.'![]() Trump reaffirms 'unbreakable bond' with IsraelIn his weekly address, President Trump discusses meeting with Netanyahu, stresses the bond between the countries.![]() Watch: Trump says parties must decide about two-state solutionUS President and PM Netanyahu give joint press conference before first meeting since Trump's inauguration.![]() Trump will not use term 'two states' during meeting with PMWhite House sources say US President will not mention two states or pressure PM on construction during meeting![]() 'I will ask Congress to help move US embassy to Jerusalem'Knesset Speaker Yuli Edelstein travels to Washington DC tonight to meet with Congressmen, speak on Iranian threat and US embassy.![]() AIPAC: Uniting in support for US-Israel relationsJews, Christians, and Muslims alike come together to strengthen ties and proclaim support for Israel.![]() Obama official to PM: Make peace if you want funeral like PeresFormer diplomat Dore Gold recounts story of Obama Administration using funeral of Shimon Peres to pressure PM into making concessions.![]() Trump aide says administration favors Judea and SamariaTrump aide tells Samaria Council head thatadministration looks to open new page in US-Israel relations, including on Judea and Samaria.![]() Republican Congressman: Trump will support the Israeli peopleRepublican Congressman tells Israeli delegation to Trump inauguration that President-elect will not repeat Obama's mistakes on Israel.![]() Trump Cabinet candidate: I look forward to visiting settlementsTrump associate who invited Samaria Regional Council head Yossi Dagan to Trump inauguration sends warm message to Israel.![]() Likud MKs Haskel and Glick to attend Trump inaugurationLikud MKs Sharren Haskel and Yehuda Glick may be first Israeli lawmakers ever to attend US Presidential inauguration.![]() Obama: UN abstention didn't cause rupture in ties with IsraelOutgoing president insists his abstention on UN Resolution 2334 did not trigger a significant crisis in relations with Israel.![]() 'Trump family is close to the 'settlements''Mayor of Efrat invited to inauguration of Donald Trump, says President-elect likely not behind invitation.![]() MK Oren: We do not depend on the USMK Michael Oren tells students at pre-IDF academy that Israel must rely on itself despite importance of alliance with US.![]() 'Obama's presidency will go into the dustbin of history'Despite being a longtime Democrat, Professor Alan Dershowitz has scathing criticism of Obama's conduct vis-a-vis Israel.![]() Bennett: How dare anyone call the land of Israel occupied?Education Minister clarifies on CNN: Jews have lived in Judea and Samaria for thousands of years, and they aren't going anywhere.![]() Ambassador Shapiro: US was not behind anti-Israel UN resolutionUS ambassador to Israel says US never colluded with PA to pass anti-Israel UN resolution.![]() PM: US-Israel alliance remains strongPM tells graduates of pilots course US-Israel relationship strong and enduring despite dispute with Obama Administration.![]() Official: Israel asked Trump to talk to ObamaSenior Israeli official says the government reached out to Trump for help in pressuring Obama to veto UN Security Council resolution.![]() Obama planned to abstain on anti-Israel resolutionDiplomats say the United States was planning to abstain on UN resolution condemning Israeli “settlement building”.![]() Trump will be 'pro-Israel', most Israelis believeSome 83 percent of Israelis believe that President-elect Donald Trump will be a "pro-Israel president," according to a new poll.![]() MK Shai: Knesset Caucus promotes US-Israel relationsUS-Israel Caucus Chairman Nachman Shai, in interview, affirms the importance of supporting relations with American Jewish communities.![]() Israelis still lining up to visit Trump’s AmericaIsraeli tourists still want to visit America after the election of Donald Trump, despite some Americans wanting to move to Canada.![]() Kerry: We need to protect two-state solutionPrime Minister Netanyahu meets Secretary of State, who highlights his country's concern over the security of the region.![]() Republicans seek to give Israel more in aidSenators Graham, Ayotte, McCain and Cruz say they want to add a measure giving Israel an additional $1.5 billion in military aid.![]() Netanyahu: Israel neutral in U.S. electionPrime Minister Binyamin Netanyahu stresses Israel will avoid any intervention on behalf of any candidate in the American election.![]() Netanyahu hails partnership with the United StatesNetanyahu thanks the United States for its friendship with Israel but also for “making the world a much better place”.![]() Rivlin: We're committed to relations with the U.S.President Reuven Rivlin speaks at Fourth of July celebration at the home of Ambassador Dan Shapiro.![]() Official optimistic about American aid agreementIsraeli official says gaps between United States and Israel on military aid package are not significant.![]() House approves defense aid to IsraelHouse of Representatives passes defense spending bill which includes $635.7 million for U.S.-Israel missile defense programs.![]() MK Dichter to leftist MKs: Stop the hystericsLikud MK Avi Dichter urges leftists to calm down over dispute with the Americans on missile defense aid.![]() 'Missile aid should be part of new deal'Officials in Washington explain the White House's objection to Congressional proposal to increase funding for Israeli missile defense.![]() Trump: Obama supports Muslims more than IsraelRepublican presidential candidate criticizes Obama when asked to clarify comments that the president identifies with radical Muslims.![]() Trump: We must strengthen ties with IsraelRepublican presidential candidate says the United States must ensure Israel's security.![]() Israeli firms made $9.3 billion for MassachusettsStudy finds companies founded by Israelis spurring significant economic growth in the state, outpacing overall state economy.![]() Rice promises Israel 'largest military aid'Speaking to American Jews in Washington, Obama's security advisor promises extensive military aid to Israel in new package.![]() Bolton: Rhetoric is cheap, action is realFormer UN Ambassador says the candidates in the election must make clear their commitment to Israel's security.![]() Sanders: Take the Palestinians into account tooDemocratic presidential candidate says he supports Israel’s right to exist, but stresses the Palestinians must also be considered.![]() US, Egypt discuss reviving Mideast peace talksKerry indicated support for Egypt-brokered talks in visit earlier this month.![]() Dennis Ross: Obama distanced himself from IsraelObama’s former Middle East advisor criticizes Obama administration's attitude towards Israel.![]() 'Ya'alon leaving won't affect US aid to Israel'Washington to give Israel 'the biggest aid package in US history' regardless of who replaces Ya'alon.![]() Lapid: Israel should sign MoU with Washington nowYesh Atid chairman urges the government not to wait until after Obama leaves office to sign agreement on defense aid.![]() US dodges key questions on Israel-PA relationsWhite House representative declines to commit over Paris peace talks conference, implies support for BDS in cryptic briefing.![]() Kerry waffles over US attending Paris conferenceUS Secretary of State insists Washington 'supportive' of French initiative forcing Israeli concessions, but refuses to commit.![]() Danon: PA, not Israel, rejecting peace talksIsrael on alert amid possibility of French-brokered talks, but note lack of leadership purely on PA side.![]() Senior US official: Senators' letter superfluousLetter signed by 83 senators to urge more aid to Israel won't change anything in practice, senior official claims.![]() 'State Dept. causing 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.![]() Oren: Obama intentionally sabotaged relationshipEx-ambassador Oren blames 'fabricated' crises created by Obama administration for icy relations between Israel and Washington.![]() U.S. surprised about Netanyahu canceled visitWhite House spokesman says the Americans learned from the media that Netanyahu is canceling his visit.![]() Poll: Americans back Israel, divided on PA stateGallup poll shows widest gap in views of Israel to be political, not religious or generational.![]() Trump: I'm Israel's best friendSpeaking to Israeli newspaper Israel Hayom, Republican frontrunner says his friendship with Israel is stronger than any other candidate's. |