Us israel relations

Mike Huckabee: Faith and freedom, America and Israel's common thread - opinion

As America marks its 250th year, the shared values binding US and Israel are as vital as ever.

US Ambassador to Israel Mike Huckabee, a die-hard Israel supporter. While recognizing there are some tensions, remains optimistic about US-Israel ties.
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Stratos Ventures debuts as US-Israeli defense‑tech fund with $50m. raised

 The Pentagon logo is seen behind the podium in the briefing room at the Pentagon in Arlington, Virginia, US, January 8, 2020.

Pentagon raises Israel's espionage threat level to 'critical' amid tensions with US - report

A PLACARD sends a clear message featuring US President Donald Trump and Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, as protesters gather near the UN office during US-Iran nuclear talks, in Geneva, Feb. 17.

The US-Israel alliance reached a military peak, but its political future is under threat - analysis


Reevaluating Israel’s role as a US ally amid changing politics - opinion

We must start thinking about how Israel remains a vital ally for all Americans.

 DONALD TRUMP and Kamala Harris address presidential campaign events. We must start thinking about how Israel remains a vital ally for all Americans, the writer argues.

What is the Harris-Walz platform and its implications for Israel? - explainer

Their platform reflects a robust stance against Hamas, especially in light of the brutal attacks on Israel on October 7, 2023.

 DEMOCRATIC PRESIDENTIAL candidate and US Vice President Kamala Harris and her vice presidential running mate Minnesota Governor Tim Walz attend a campaign event, in Las Vegas, last weekend. They are intent on ‘bringing back the joy.’

US Secretary Blinken: Israel accepts bridging hostage proposal, Hamas must also do so

Netanyahu put out a similar statement in the aftermath of their three-hour meeting in Jerusalem earlier in the day.

 U.S. Secretary of State Blinken speaks during a meeting with Israel's President Isaac Herzog (not pictured), in Tel Aviv, Israel, August 19, 2024.

Uncommitted delegates at DNC say Harris risks losing states unless Israel policy is changed

Pro-Palestinian protests began in Chicago on Sunday night ahead of the DNC's official kickoff on Monday with more than 1,000 demonstrators marching through the city streets.

 The logo for the Democratic National Convention is displayed on the scoreboard at the United Center during a media walkthrough in Chicago, Jan. 18, 2024.

Harris's decision to shun PM congress speech was 'miserable,' Chikli says - exclusive

The comment was part of a wide-ranging interview that dealt with the US-Israel relationship, the hostage negotiations, the war against Hamas, combating antisemitism, and more.

 Israeli minister of Diaspora Affairs Amichai Chikli speaks at the AJC Global Forum in Tel Aviv, on June 14, 2023.

Pittsburgh Jewish groups hope to quash a referendum that would force the city to boycott Israel

No city has seen a measure to boycott Israel brought to voters. And Pittsburgh’s measure has caused quite a stir.

 Voters line up outside a voting place in a synagogue Shaare Torah, on Election Day in Pittsburgh, Nov. 3, 2020.

Harris campaign taps Israeli-born peace negotiator Ilan Goldenberg as Jewish community liaison

Goldenberg, 47, was born in Jerusalem and grew up in New Jersey, where he attended Jewish day school and belonged with his family to a Conservative synagogue.

  Democratic vice presidential candidate, Minnesota Governor Tim Walz, speaks during a campaign rally with U.S. Vice President and Democratic presidential candidate Kamala Harris, in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, U.S., August 6, 2024.

US: We must be ready for significant attacks on Israel by Iran

The most important step right now is making sure that "Israel can defend itself and that we, the United States, have in place the proper force to help them defend themselves,” John Kirby said.

 U.S. national security spokesperson John Kirby speaks during a press briefing at the White House in Washington, U.S., March 25, 2024.

State Dept. confirms to Post it released $3.5 billion to Israel on Thursday to spend on US weaponry

The funding that Israel receives is so that it can procure systems that are being built now, but won't see them delivered until several years later.

 According to the US Embassy, there are approximately 600,000 American citizens residing permanently or temporarily in Israel, and of these, an estimated 500,000 may be eligible to vote in the US Presidential election.

Kamala Harris is appeasing Hamas - opinion

Last March, Harris called for “an immediate ceasefire” in Gaza that would have thrown a lifeline to Hamas. She also warned Israel not to invade Hamas’s last stronghold in Rafah.

 DEMOCRATIC PRESIDENTIAL candidate and US Vice President Kamala Harris speaks at an election campaign event in Atlanta, on Tuesday. Looking to end the war in Gaza is understandable, but wanting Hamas to stay in power is not, the writer argues.