JD Vance

Anti-Hamas Gaza militia leader says group readying for next phase after dismantling tunnels

“The first phase is that we are depriving Hamas of one of its most important means: the tunnels," Duhine told N12 News.

|BySAM HALPERN
Ghassan Duhine and members of the Abu Shabab anti-Hamas Gaza militia.
US Vice President JD Vance holds a joint press conference with Armenia's Prime Minister Nikol Pashinyan (not pictured), in Yerevan, Armenia, February 9, 2026.

Iran will not accept US President Donald Trump's 'red lines' after Geneva talks, JD Vance says

"If Iran gets a nuclear weapon, there are a lot of other regimes, some friendly, some not so friendly, who would get nuclear weapons after them," Vance said.

|ByLARA SUKSTER MOSHEYOF
Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi gives a statement at the Ritz Hotel as he meets Turkey's Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan, on January 30, 2026 in Istanbul, Turkey.

Iran prepares for US talks, offers nuclear guarantees with conditions

According to Araghchi, Tehran last seach initiative is how Iran is preparing for the next round of talks with the US, even as it closely watches US moves.

|BySETH J. FRANTZMAN
US Vice President JD Vance gets out of a car before boarding Air Force Two upon departure for Azerbaijan, at Zvartnots International Airport in Yerevan, Armenia, February 10, 2026.

JD Vance’s visit to Armenia and Azerbaijan is a milestone for peace - analysis

The Trump administration’s push for peace follows the conflict between Armenia and Azerbaijan that stretches back to the 1990s.

|BySETH J. FRANTZMAN

Israel must secure Gaza’s demilitarization by diplomacy if possible, use force if needed - opinion

Israel cannot afford to return to the reality of October 6th, and must ensure Gaza never again poses a threat to its citizens.

OCTOBER 22, 2025ByMAJ.-GEN. (RET.) AMOS YADLIN
A Hamas terrorist stands guard as Red Cross vehicles transport the bodies of hostages who were held in Gaza since the deadly October 7, 2023, attack, after they were handed over as part of a ceasefire and a hostage-prisoner swap deal between Hamas and Israel, in Gaza City, October 15, 2025.

'We have a tough task ahead of us': JD Vance meets with Netanyahu, Herzog, hostage families

During his meeting with Netanyahu, Vance assured that "America doesn't want Israel as a protectorate," while he also called the Gaza situation "very tough."

OCTOBER 22, 2025ByAMICHAI STEIN, JERUSALEM POST STAFF
Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and US Vice President JD Vance.

Netanyahu hints at opposition to any Turkish forces in Gaza

During a meeting with US Vice President JD Vance, Netanyahu discussed plans for post-ceasefire security in the Gaza Strip.

OCTOBER 22, 2025ByREUTERS
US Vice President JD Vance shakes hands with Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu during a meeting at the Prime Minister's Office in Jerusalem October 22, 2025

PM Benjamin Netanyahu stresses Israel not a US protectorate, JD Vance responds: 'We don't want one'

"We want Israel as an ally," Vance said, "and for the US to have less interest in the Middle East."

OCTOBER 22, 2025ByJERUSALEM POST STAFF
Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu meets with US Vice President JD Vance in Jerusalem. October 22, 2025.

US Vice President JD Vance comes to Israel to ramp up Gaza's stabilization efforts - analysis

Washington has established a Civil-Military Coordination Center in southern Israel to oversee aid, security, and stabilization efforts in Gaza as part of the US-brokered peace deal.

OCTOBER 22, 2025BySETH J. FRANTZMAN
U.S. Vice President JD Vance speaks during a press conference following a military briefing at the Civilian Military Coordination Center in southern Israel October 21, 2025.

US Secretary of State Marco Rubio to visit Israel on Thursday for two-day trip

Rubio's arrival will follow that of US Vice President JD Vance, who touched down in Israel on Tuesday. US President Donald Trump's envoys Jared Kushner and Steven Witkoff are also in Israel.

OCTOBER 22, 2025ByAMICHAI STEIN, JERUSALEM POST STAFF
US Secretary of State Marco Rubio and Vice President JD Vance attend a meeting between U.S. President Donald Trump and Canada's Prime Minister Mark Carney in the Oval Office at the White House in Washington, DC, US, October 7, 2025.

Israelis should welcome US engagement, but be wary of possible challenges - editorial

In Israel, JD Vance pressed for faith in Washington’s Gaza plan, arguing that Israel must trust US leadership if peace is to endure.

OCTOBER 22, 2025ByJPOST EDITORIAL
Deputy Prime Minister and Justice Minister Yariv Levin greets US Vice President JD Vance after the vice president lands in Israel. October 21, 2025.

Vance to meet with IDF Chief of Staff Zamir, Defense Minister Katz during Israel visit

It is extremely rare for a foreign leader - even the US President (or a Vice President as close to him as Vance) - to hold a working meeting with the Israeli Chief of Staff.

OCTOBER 21, 2025ByAMICHAI STEIN
U.S. Vice President JD Vance speaks during a press conference following a military briefing at the Civilian Military Coordination Center in southern Israel October 21, 2025.

In bid to secure fragile Gaza peace, Donald Trump sends VP Vance to Israel - analysis

Vice President JD Vance’s visit to Israel underscores the US's urgency to preserve the Gaza ceasefire and prevent renewed conflict with Hamas.

OCTOBER 21, 2025ByHERB KEINON
US Vice President JD Vance speaks to members of the media in Kiryat Gat, Israel, October 21, 2025.

WATCH: Vance ‘optimistic’ Gaza peace will hold, says US won’t force Israel to host foreign troops

Special Envoy Kushner stated that Israel and Hamas are transitioning to a peacetime posture.

OCTOBER 21, 2025ByAMICHAI STEIN, JERUSALEM POST STAFF, REUTERS
US Vice President JD Vance speaks to members of the media in Kiryat Gat, Israel, October 21, 2025.