Israel United States Relations

Thank you, America - but Israel cannot take your support for granted - opinion

From Truman’s recognition to today’s uncertainties, the US-Israel relationship remains vital, but not guaranteed

Eleven minutes after Israel declared independence on May 14, 1948, president Harry Truman recognized the new state, beginning one of the most consequential alliances in modern history.Premium
Vessels anchored at the Strait of Hormuz, as seen from Musandam, Oman, May 25, 2026.

Strait of Hormuz instability to remain Iranian leverage until final deal signed, experts predict

US Air Force Boeing KC-135 Stratotanker aerial refueling aircraft are parked at Ben Gurion International Airport near Tel Aviv on February 25, 2026.

JD Vance is wrong on US aid to Israel - here is what he failed to tell Americans - opinion

A bunch of Israeli New Shekel banknotes in the hand on the Bills background.Conceptual Image for Finance and Banking

How Israel’s new reporting rules change the olim tax holiday - opinion


Israel, US to hold first virtual Strategic Consultative Group meeting

“The discussion will focus on regional issues, building on the close consultations between the two sides over the past several months.”

National Security Adviser Meir Ben-Shabbat speaks before joining an Israeli-US delegation to Bahrain, October 18, 2020

Erdan goes ‘Down South’ for Black History Month on first official tour

“As Israel’s ambassador to the US, it is very important to me to connect with all sectors of American society, and in particular with minority groups."

Israel’s ambassador to the United States, Gilad Erdan, took a three-day visit to South Carolina and Alabama to celebrate Black History Month.

Biden and Netanyahu talked, but what does it all mean? The scorecard

The scrutiny of the Biden-Israel relationship is just beginning.

Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu speaks with President Joe Biden on Wednesday evening.

US threatens to ban Israeli planes landing in America - report

Only El Al was granted an exception to continue flying into Israel despite the border closure.

The A330-900neo plane

White House: Biden looking forward to speaking with Netanyahu soon

"The president looks forward to speaking with Prime Minister Netanyahu. He's obviously somebody that he has a long-standing relationship with."

US President-elect Joe Biden and Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu.

Bill backed by Jewish vets would join US, Israel in PTSD research

The bill would establish a grant program for American universities and nonprofits to team up with Israeli counterparts to research post-traumatic stress disorder.

Rep. Elaine Luria (D-VA) speaks about the formation of the Congressional Servicewomen and Women Veterans Caucus on Capitol Hill in Washington, U.S., May 15, 2019

Gantz thanks CENTCOM chief for Israel’s move to CENTCOM

Gantz told McKenzie that now, as part of CENTCOM, Israel can deepen cooperation with new regional partners and broaden operative horizons even further.

From R to L: Defense Minister Benny Gantz, Commander of the United States Central Command, General Kenneth F. McKenzie, Jr. and IDF Chief of Staff Lt.-Gen. Aviv Kochavi in Tel Aviv, January 29, 2021.

Will Smith's production company to partner with Israel's Teddy Productions

Tedy is led by Tmira Yardni, and considered one of the leading production companies in Israel.

Will Smith spotted in Jerusalem's Old City

Israel’s interest is seeing an America that is politically stable

When America is strong, Israel is strong.

Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and then-US vice president Joe Biden leave after a joint statement to the media at the Prime Minister’s Residence in Jerusalem on March 9, 2010.

No surprise $500 m. included for Israel in US federal budget

Complicated budget deals can happen in the smoothest of times. But in moments like this, when Congress is divided, they’re even more likely.

US President Donald Trump meets with Israel Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu in the Oval Office of the White House in Washington in March.