American-Israeli relations

US Embassy delegation visits Upper Galilee to support economic recovery, investment

A key priority discussed was strengthening medical and emergency services in the North, including plans to develop a world-class medical center in Kiryat Shmona to support future growth.

|ByJERUSALEM POST STAFF
The Western Galilee.
US Ambassador to Israel Mike Huckabee address a special Israeli-American Council (IAC) America 250 celebration in Israel, hosted by businesswoman and philanthropist Shari Arison.

US Ambassador Mike Huckabee compares America-Israel alliance to marriage that cannot afford divorce

“When I hear people say, ‘Is it possible America and Israel will split apart and no longer enjoy this extraordinary partnership?’ I say, ‘No... we are not that stupid," Huckabee said.

|ByJERUSALEM POST STAFF
Huckabee, a former Arkansas governor and die-hard supporter of Israel, believes firmly that the US needs Israel as much as Israel needs the US.PremiumPremium

Mike Huckabee: 'If there were not an Israel, there wouldn’t be a United States'

From biblical conviction to diplomatic mission, Ambassador Mike Huckabee brings a uniquely personal vision of the US-Israel relationship

|ByRUTH MARKS EGLASH
US Vice President JD Vance said recently, ‘We want our allies to be like Israel – strong, independent, and capable of defending their own interests so we don’t have to.’ PremiumPremium

The US-Israel alliance has survived every president - can it survive its own people? - opinion

Despite recent tensions, Israel remains America’s land-based aircraft carrier in the Middle East

|ByGIL TROY

Biden: We have no higher priority than freeing the hostages

In 2011, Israel swapped hundreds of Palestinian prisoners to win the release of one Israeli soldier, Gilad Shalit, who was held for five years.

OCTOBER 18, 2023ByTOVAH LAZAROFF, REUTERS
US President Joe Biden delivers remarks as he visits Israel amid the ongoing conflict between Israel and Hamas, in Tel Aviv, Israel, October 18, 2023.

Biden's visit offers solidarity during unprecedented times - editorial

In this moment of exceptional pain, the strength and endurance of the US-Israel alliance offers a traumatized Israeli populace a measure of solace.

OCTOBER 18, 2023ByJPOST EDITORIAL
A view of a placard depicting US President Joe Biden at a demonstration by pro-democracy Israelis and Israeli Americans near the Intercontinental Hotel, where Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu met with Biden on the sidelines of the UN General Assembly, in New York, U.S., September 2023

The Israel-America relationship is more crucial than ever - opinion

Every effort must be made to preserve stability in the West Bank and Jerusalem and find ways to strengthen the Palestinian Authority.

OCTOBER 14, 2023ByJEREMY ISSACHAROFF
SOLDIERS STAND amid the destruction in Kibbutz Kfar Aza, near the Israel-Gaza border.

Kirsten Gillibrand: Israel is a vital ally, and I'm proud to support it - opinion

In Israel, the US has an ally on the front lines of the fight against terrorism, nuclear proliferation, and an emboldened Iran.

OCTOBER 5, 2023ByKIRSTEN GILLIBRAND
The writer (fourth from right) visited Yad Vashem during a trip to Israel earlier this year.

Adapting to US cultural norms: Tips for Israeli travelers post-visa waiver

When it comes to effective communication, Israelis and Americans differ significantly.

OCTOBER 1, 2023ByJERUSALEM POST STAFF
JERUSALEM SCHOOLCHILDREN hold Israeli and American flags during a rehearsal for former US President Barack Obama’s visit to Israel in 2013.

An Israeli envoy looks back on 5 tumultuous and gratifying years in New York

The outgoing Consulate General of Israel in New York penned a farewell letter as he exits his post.

AUGUST 24, 2023ByISRAEL NITZAN/JTA
Israel Nitzan, Israel's acting consul general in New York, places an Israeli flag in memory of the victims of the Sept. 11 terrorist attacks, in a ceremony marking the tragedy's 20th anniversary on the Hebrew calendar, Aug. 31, 2021.

NYC vs. Israeli drones: Mayor Eric Adams says Israeli's are 'more advanced'

The NYC mayor said Israeli drones are more durable, fly longer distances and are used by Israeli police in more creative ways than by the NYPD.

AUGUST 24, 2023ByJERUSALEM POST STAFF
New York City Mayor Eric Adams is seen visiting the Western Wall in the Old City of Jerusalem, on August 22, 2023.

George Santos blasts NYC Mayor Adams’ Israel visit

Santos said Mayor Adams' trip to Israel is nothing more than Adams running away from his responsibility to handle New York City’s newfound migrant crisis.

AUGUST 23, 2023ByJERUSALEM POST STAFF
US Representative George Santos (R-NY) walks to a vote on Capitol Hill in Washington, US, January 12, 2023.

US has military options for Iran's nuclear threat, CENTCOM air force chief tells 'Post'

Top official discusses regional missile defense, the threat from Iran, and US-Israel ups and downs.

JULY 6, 2023ByYONAH JEREMY BOB
US LT.-GEN. and CENTCOM Air Force Chief Alexus Grynkewich (right) and IAF Chief Maj.-Gen.Tomer Bar.

Israeli-American relations over time, from President to President - opinion

Successive presidents have tried to duplicate Carter’s achievement, but only a few have come close to matching the scope of his breakthrough.

JULY 6, 2023ByMARK REGEV
THEN-PRESIDENT Shimon Peres meets with former US president Jimmy Carter, in Jerusalem, in 2009. Successive president have tried to duplicate Carter's achievement, but only a few come close to matching the scope of his breakthrough, says the writer.