Us israel relations

'Deals happen outside meetings': Hakibbutz unveils first Israeli startup home in New York City

"We didn't want to build just another office space. We wanted to create a place that people and companies genuinely want to be part of," said Amir Wolner, Founder and CEO of Hakibbutz.

The New York City skyline and the Empire State Building, as wildfire smoke impacts air quality in New York City, US, July 17, 2026.
A Jewish man worships during a visit to Al-Aqsa compound, known to Jews as the Temple Mount, in Jerusalem's Old City, July 15, 2026. The Dome of the Rock can be seen in the background.

US House passes Temple Mount amendment to advocate for Jewish prayer rights

US Ambassador to Israel Mike Huckabee, a die-hard Israel supporter. While recognizing there are some tensions, remains optimistic about US-Israel ties.

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

Stratos Ventures

Stratos Ventures debuts as US-Israeli defense‑tech fund with $50m. raised


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.

Netanyahu's powerful speech to Congress emphasizes unyielding US-Israel alliance

“This is not a clash of civilizations,” he said to applause at the opening, describing a world in upheaval. “It’s a clash between barbarism and civilization.”

 PRIME MINISTER Benjamin Netanyahu aimed his Congress speech at an American audience and designed it to remind those listening what this war in Gaza is about.

Netanyahu's fourth congressional address: A legacy in jeopardy - opinion

As Netanyahu delivers his fourth congressional address, his political future is in peril. Facing public backlash, legal issues, and a divided coalition, many wonder if this will be his final address.

 PRIME MINISTER Benjamin Netanyahu attends a debate in the Knesset plenum last week. The longest-serving Israeli prime minister faces unprecedented challenges, the writer maintains.

Trump's nomination and Israeli preferences: Navigating the perils of political alignment - opinion

Trump's renomination boosts his appeal in Israel, but Israel must carefully navigate US politics to maintain bipartisan support and avoid the appearance of election interference.

 REPUBLICAN PRESIDENTIAL nominee and former US president Donald Trump addresses a campaign rally in Grand Rapids, Michigan, last Saturday. In Israel, Trump has been the preferred candidate from the beginning of the election campaign, says the writer.

Israel-Hamas War day 290: What is happening in Israel and Gaza?

Two hostages confirmed dead • IDF attacks Hezbollah targets in Lebanon •

 IDF troops operate in the Gaza Strip. July 22, 2024.

Activists plan protests during Netanyahu's Washington visit this week

Police expect a "large number of demonstrators" and were making additional security arrangements but said there were no known threats.

 Pro-Palestine demonstrators cross New Jersey Avenue near the U.S. Capitol, during a protest in Washington, U.S, December 17, 2023.

Rescued hostage Noa Argamani to join PM Benjamin Netanyahu's flight to US

The culmination of Netanyahu's visit to Washington next week is expected to be his speech to Congress on July 24.

 PRIME MINISTER Benjamin Netanyahu greets former hostage Noa Argamani and her father.

GOP Jewish group backs Trump VP pick J. D. Vance - Jan. 6 defender, Christian Israel supporter

In 2022 while on a trip to Israel led by the Conservative Political Action Conference (CPAC), Vance told The Post he'll be "as strong an advocate for the US-Israel relationship as anyone."

 Republican US Senate candidate J.D. Vance arrives to speak to supporters at an election party after winning the primary in Cincinnati, Ohio, US May 3, 2022.

Biden has committed to bringing hostages home, but some Americans say he could be doing more

Of the 116 hostages thought to remain in Hamas captivity, eight are US citizens. Three are believed to be deceased.

 US PRESIDENT Joe Biden, accompanied by Vice President Kamala Harris and Secretary of State Antony Blinken, speaks about Hamas’s attacks against Israel on October 7, at the White House, on October 10.