military aid

Trump's first promise to Israel

President-elect Trump's associates have delivered an explicit promise that as soon as he enters the White House, he will remove all restrictions on the supply of military equipment and ammunition to Israel.

US threatens to halt military aid to Israel over Gaza aid

US Secretary of State Antony Blinken and Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin pen letter giving Israel 30 days to do more to facilitate the entry of American humanitarian aid into Gaza or risk losing American military aid.

After Congress approval:

US to provide Israel with $3.5 billion for military equipment

US set to provide Israel with $3.5 billion to spend on US weapons and military equipment. The money comes from the $14.1 billion supplemental funding bill for Israel that was passed by Congress in April.

ANALYSIS:

Military aid unconditional, but US can ‘delay deliveries’

The $14.3b package pays for supplies already delivered, air defense systems, and precise attack capabilities.

US official confirms:

US paused a shipment of bombs to Israel last week

Senior US administration official says the decision was made over concerns that Israel was approaching a decision on launching a full-scale assault on Rafah.

US House approves bill to provide Israel with military aid

Bill could be taken up by US Senate next week, would provide funds for Israel's missile defense system, report says.

Report:

US weighing using weapons sales to pressure Israel

US gov't considering leveraging Israeli requests for military aid to force reduction of attacks on Gaza, report says.

Biden admin not planning to limit military aid to Israel

'We’re not going to do a damn thing other than protect Israel,' US Pres. Biden says.

Despite concerns:

US approves most military assistance to Egypt

US approves $1.215 billion aid package to Egypt, withholds $85 million related to release of political prisoners.

US to withhold military aid from Egypt

US plans to withhold $85 million in military aid to Egypt due to its failure to meet conditions on political prisoners and other issues.

State Department:

'No plans to cut military aid to Israel'

Deputy State Department spokesperson: Our commitment to Israel’s security is ironclad.

Russia threatens to attack Israeli military aid to Ukraine

Moscow warns against other countries giving military aid to Ukraine 1 day after Netanyahu says he is considering such aid.

Blinken visits Kyiv, announces $2 billion in military aid

US secretary of state makes unannounced visit, pledging additional funds for Ukraine and countries in region at risk from Russia.

Biden announces $800 million military aid package for Ukraine

US President questions Putin’s claim that Russia “liberated” the port city of Mariupol.

Biden announces $800 million aid package for Ukraine

The aid includes heavier equipment such as helicopters, howitzers and armored personnel carriers.

Ukraine War:

Ukraine FM says Russia bombed theater with hundreds of civilians

Biden has announced $800 million in aid to Ukraine, including drones and air defense systems.

What’s behind the obsession with U.S. Aid to Israel?

The soft anti-Semitism of questioning military aid to the Jewish state. Op-ed.

Sen. Rand Paul holding up US aid to Israel

Republican Sen. Rand Paul blocking codification of Obama-era military deal with Israel.

Democratic group pans candidate’s pledge to slash Israel aid

Jewish Democratic Council of America criticizes Michigan congressional candidate Rashida Tlaib for statement of aid to Israel

US withdraws military assistance from Myanmar

State Department says assistance dropped over persecution of Rohingya Muslim minority.

State Dept to Arutz Sheva: No attempt to take back Israel aid

US denies report Secretary of State seeks to retrieve $75 million in aid. 'Administration committed to ensuring Israel receives all aid.'

The myth claiming Israel is the largest beneficiary of US Military Aid

'US aid to Israel isn't compensation for Iran deal'

Senior US official claims military-aid deal is a 'significant achievement', and that the Iran nuclear deal had no effect on it.

'Barak wants to remind us of his existence'

Tourism Minister Yariv Levin isn't impressed by former Defense Minister's opposition to aid agreement.

Is US-Israel aid deal really biggest ever?

US claims it's giving Israel greatest amount of military aid ever, but details of the agreement reveal a more complex picture.

US concludes record Israel military aid deal

US agrees to 'single largest pledge of bilateral military assistance in US history' for Israel.

The Senator who defies the Obama administration

Lindsey Graham budgeted more in military aid for 2017 than administration is willing to give, and the White House refuses to sign agreement.

Barak: Netanyahu caused serious harm to Israel's security

Former Prime Minister and Defense Minister blasts Netanyahu's conduct with regards to military aid package from the United States.

U.S. and Israel close to agreement on military aid

Senior American official says the United States and Israel have closed many of the remaining gaps in talks over a new military aid package.

Israeli official to travel to Washington, discuss military aid

National Security Council interim chief to visit Washington and advance negotiations on new aid agreement.

Netanyahu: American aid deal will be concluded within weeks

Prime Minister Netanyahu says he hopes to reach a deal with the United States on long-term military aid to Israel within a few weeks.

American officials believe Netanyahu will sign MoU with Obama

Officials in Washington believe Netanyahu will consent to sign agreement on military aid with Obama and not wait for the next president.

Trump to anti-Israel man: We support Israel '100 percent'

Republican presidential candidate reiterates his support for Israel after being asked about wasting American money on "Zionist Israel".

Israeli official optimistic about American aid agreement

Israeli official says gaps between United States and Israel on military aid package are not significant.

House approves defense aid to Israel despite veto threat

House 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 hysterics

Likud MK Avi Dichter urges leftists to calm down over dispute with the Americans on missile defense aid.

American officials: 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.

White House opposes Congress proposal to increase aid to Israel

White House announces it is against Congress' proposal to add $455 million to the budget for Israeli missile defense procurement.

Rice promises Israel 'largest military aid package in history'

Speaking to American Jews in Washington, Obama's security advisor promises extensive military aid to Israel in new package.

'We need to say no thanks to American aid'

Likud MK calls for Israel to become independent, so that it won't need US financial aid, and can be a world power in its own right.

Likud MK: 'Where are those babbling about isolation now?'

MK Boker calls on 'experts' to stop 'lying to the public' about international isolation, after 83 senators tell Obama to raise aid.

Trump: Israel will have to pay back the military assistance

Prior to AIPAC speech, Republican frontrunner hints he would ask Israel to pay back the military assistance it receives from the States.

Obama’s 10-year aid package comes with a catch

As officials urge Netanyahu to accept military aid offer, new details show major shortcoming in the deal.

Netanyahu urged to accept American offer for military aid

American officials tell Netanyahu he won't get a better military aid package from Obama's successor.

Report: Israel wants $5 billion per year in American aid

Congressional sources say Israel has made a request for its annual defense aid from the United States to increase to as much as $5 billion.

Egypt Turning from US to Russia for Military Aid

With US partially suspending military aid, Egyptian overtures to Russia show shifting alliances amid Kerry's Cairo visit.

US Aid to Israel Delayed by Shutdown

Israel was supposed to receive $3.2 billion for the 2014 financial year on October 1.

U.S. Shutdown May Delay Aid to Israel

A prolonged U.S. federal government shutdown could delay military assistance to Israel, says the State Department.

Senator Reveals: U.S. Quietly Halted Aid to Egypt

Most forms of military aid have been suspended, says Appropriations C'tee Head Leahy. Delivery of Apaches is on hold.

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: U.S., Israel Talking About Extending Military Aid

U.S. President Barack Obama says that Israel and the United States are opening talks on extending U.S. military aid beyond 2017.

Russia Sends More Arms to Prop Up Syria’s Assad

Moscow is continuing its export of military hardware to the regime of Syrian President Bashar al-Assad, the Russian government confirmed.

US Senator Visits Jerusalem, Calls on Washington to Cut Aid

On his first trip to Israel, Senator Rand Paul called on the US to reduce its foreign aid to Israel, which amounts to $3 billion annually

Report: Israel Buys Azeri Air Field on Iran's Northern Border

Foreign Policy magazine reports Israel has purchased an Azeri airfield on Iran's northern border, prompting the U.S. to watch very closely.