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US President Trump signs budget with $4 billion for Israel, ban on UNRWA funding

The measure includes provisions restricting US funding to several international institutions. It bars financial support for the UN Relief and Works Agency for Palestine Refugees,

|ByTHE MEDIA LINE
US President Donald Trump looks on as he signs executive orders and proclamations in the Oval Office at the White House, in Washington, DC, US, May 5, 2025
An Iron Dome air defense missile and two F-35 fighter jets are seen superimposed over a collage of the US and Israeli flags in this illustrative image.

Israeli gratitude towards US should not come before Israeli honesty - editorial

If Israelis treat Washington like a domestic election arena, they will wake up one day and discover that support for Israel has become another tribal marker.

|ByJPOST EDITORIAL
People walk past a projection depicting Israeli and US flags on the walls of Jerusalem's Old City on Oct. 22, 2025.

Israel's 'model ally' from Pentagon is key signal, even if downplayed by media - analysis

Washington signaled where it intends to anchor its Middle East strategy: in self-reliant partners willing to fight for their own security.

|ByHERB KEINON
Starling's new VTOL drone design for enhanced operational flexibility

Israeli defense-tech co Kela teams with Starling on drones

As part of the agreement, Kela will receive exclusive rights to sell, integrate and deploy Starling's Pathfinder X autonomous unmanned aerial vehicle (UAV) system in the IDF.

|ByDEAN SHMUEL ELMAS/GLOBES/TNS

Just 33% of Democrats have a favorable view of Israel, Gallup poll finds

Previous polls taken during the Israel-Hamas war have shown that Democrats are more likely than Republicans to blame Israel for the fighting.

FEBRUARY 26, 2025ByBEN SALES/JTA
American and Israeli Jews [Illustrative]

Sa'ar: 'Troubling developments' regarding Iran's nuclear weapons

"There is an increased Iranian effort to smuggle money to Lebanon for Hezbollah, including via Turkey," the foreign minister said.

FEBRUARY 17, 2025ByJERUSALEM POST STAFF
Foreign Minister Gideon Sa'ar speaks at the Knesset, in Jerusalem, February 17, 2025

Warm and fuzzy statement from Netanyahu, Johnson devoid of plans for Gaza

While mentioning "a future for Gaza" and a "future for peace," Netanyahu did not speak of Trump's plans for the future of the strip. 

FEBRUARY 7, 2025ByHANNAH SARISOHN
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu shakes hands with US House Speaker Mike Johnson (R-LA) during a press conference at the U.S. Capitol in Washington, U.S., February 7, 2025.

'New world order' or 'dangerous delusions'? Israeli officials react to Trump's Gaza plan

Trump's plans to turn Gaza into a 'Riviera' were met with a split camp, with some praising his creativity, and others trying to return the focus back to the hostages.

FEBRUARY 5, 2025ByMATHILDA HELLER
US President Donald Trump welcomes Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu at the entrance of the White House in Washington, U.S, February 4, 2025.

Dueling messages for Trump, Netanyahu appear on DC streets ahead of summit

While targeting the same leaders, the message from the coalition of hostage families could not have been more different. 

FEBRUARY 4, 2025ByHANNAH SARISOHN
Two different mobile billboards from two different activist groups parked drove around the White House and National Mall on Tuesday afternoon

First in line: Why Netanyahu’s swift White House invite matters - analysis

By swiftly inviting Netanyahu to the White House, Trump is sending a clear message to the region and beyond: Netanyahu and Israel are his close friends.

JANUARY 29, 2025ByHERB KEINON
‘IT WILL be telling to see whether Netanyahu can stand up to Trump the same way he took pride in standing up to his Democratic predecessors.’ Here, Netanyahu and Trump participate in the signing ceremony of the Abraham Accords on the South Lawn of the White House in September 2020.

Stakes for Israel’s new ambassador to US have rarely been higher - editorial

Israel's new ambassador to the United States, Yechiel Leiter, is optimistic about navigating complex international relationships.

JANUARY 29, 2025ByJPOST EDITORIAL
AMERICAN AND ISRAELI flags fly during a demonstration in support of Israel at the US Capitol in 2002.

Israel must prepare for confrontation with Iran after Trump inauguration - opinion

Until all facilities and capabilities are dismantled by Iran, willingly or by external forces, Trump administration must return to the “maximum pressure” program.

JANUARY 22, 2025ByJACOB NAGEL
A war between Israel and Iran (illustrative)

Netanyahu: 'Congratulations President Trump!'

He also thanked Trump for his help securing the release of the hostages, adding he looked forward to bringing the remaining hostages home with the new president's support.

JANUARY 20, 2025ByJERUSALEM POST STAFF
U.S. President Donald Trump and Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu shake hands after Trump's address at the Israel Museum in Jerusalem

CENTCOM, IDF deputy chiefs meet to plan next moves versus Houthis

3 IDF soldiers killed; Kfir Brigade leaves north Gaza with some wins, but questions about Hamas comeback

JANUARY 7, 2025ByYONAH JEREMY BOB, DARCIE GRUNBLATT, JERUSALEM POST STAFF
IDF Deputy Chief of Staff Maj.-Gen. Amir Baram (L) and US Central Command Deputy Commander Admiral Brad Cooper (R), January 7, 2025.