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


Unraveling the Gordian Knots: Gaza Conflict, Israeli Instability, and US Relations - opinion

Caught in a tangle: Gaza, Hezbollah, and Israel's internal strife — unravelling the complex knots of today's Middle East dynamics.

IDF soldiers operate in the Gaza Strip, June 23, 2024

While Israel should respect the US, it must do what's best for itself - opinion

While the Jewish state must always listen respectfully to its American friends, Israel must do what is best for Israel.

 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.

Blinken rejects Netanyahu's claim of the US withholding more than one shipment of weapons

Blinken said that Washington was still reviewing one shipment of large bombs for Israel over concerns that they could be used in densely populated areas.

 (L-R): US President Joe Biden, Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu

US says Israel's use of weapons may have violated international law, but couldn't verify instances

The administration also acknowledged that after requests from the US and other governments, Israel acted on many steps to improve the volume of humanitarian aid entering Gaza.

People enter the State Department Building in Washington, U.S., January 26, 2017.

Let's not turn a deaf ear to US - analysis

US support is vital; it would be best if Israel does not ignore its concerns, says writer.

 US Secretary of State Antony Blinken is welcomed by Israeli Ambassador to the U.S. Mike Herzog, as he arrives at Ben Gurion Airport near Tel Aviv, Israel, April 30, 2024.

Tale of two Joe Bidens: The mixed signals on his stance in Israel and Gaza - analysis

The president’s empathy was not reserved only for the Jews but also for the Jewish state, which he said saw the “ancient hatred of Jews” reenacted with horrific savagery on October 7.

 US PRESIDENT Joe Biden looks on during a presidential campaign event in Scranton, Pennsylvania, this week. ‘Mr. president, I believe you carry within you a deep emotional and spiritual commitment to the Jewish people and the State of Israel,’ says the writer.

Members of Congress threaten ICC if arrest warrants issued against Israeli officials - report

One Republican member of the House told Axios that legislation is being prepared in Congress to tackle such warrants.

 FILE PHOTO: An exterior view of the International Criminal Court in The Hague, Netherlands, March 31, 2021.

US, EU urge Israel not to spark regional war in Iran response

The US and the EU spoke out as the IDF has made a decision on how to respond but has not yet set the timing for when to take action.

 An anti-missile system operates after Iran launched drones and missiles towards Israel, as seen from Ashkelon, Israel April 14, 2024.

Biden's Israel shift: not enough for Democrats, too much for Republicans

On Thursday in a call with Netanyahu, Biden threatened to condition US support for Israel's offensive in Gaza on its taking concrete steps to protect aid workers and civilians.

 U.S. President Joe Biden delivers the State of the Union address to a joint session of Congress in the House Chamber of the U.S. Capitol in Washington, U.S., March 7, 2024.

Biden urges Egypt, Qatar to press Hamas on hostage deal ahead of weekend talks

Biden spoke with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu on Thursday during which they discussed ongoing hostage negotiations and the round of talks in Cairo.

Began and ended his speech on nation, elections, and democracy. Joe Biden