US Israel

US releases details of Israel-Lebanon ceasefire, Israel preserves right to self-defense

Both countries also recognize that Hezbollah’s activity “must be curtailed,” as Lebanon’s security forces are the only ones authorized to bear arms.

|ByDANYA SAPERSTEIN
IDF activity in southern Lebanon, April 15, 2026.
American Jews [Illustrative]

American Jews and responsibility for Israel - opinion

When American Jews openly stand with the Jewish state, does that make them legitimate targets for blame over Israel’s policies?

|ByURI PILICHOWSKI
People march during a protest against US and Israel strikes against Iran, amid the US-Israel conflict with Iran, in New York City, US, March 7, 2026.

Dozens arrested in NYC during protests against US support for Israel

Dozens were detained in NYC on Monday during protests against US arms sales to Israel. Among those arrested was Chelsea Manning, calling for an end to US military support for Israel.

|ByREUTERS
Anti-missile batterie fire interception missiles toward incoming ballistic missiles launched from Lebanon, as seen in northern Israel, during the war with Iran and Hezbollah and ongoing missile fire toward Israel, March 22, 2026.

US funding for Iron Dome air defense system no longer enjoying bipartisan support

Funding was relatively uncontroversial in the past, but some of the progressives now opposing Iron Dome funding are arguing that Israel does not need the assistance.

|ByANDREW LAPIN/JTA

What will happen if US military aid to Israel needs to end? - opinion

Regardless of the reason, now is the time for Israel to address this issue head-on before a future Republican isolationist or Progressive Democratic president takes the initiative first.

MARCH 20, 2025ByERIC R. MANDEL
An Iron Dome air defense missile and two F-35 fighter jets are seen superimposed over a collage of the US and Israeli flags in this illustrative image.

Evangelical leader urges senators to confirm Huckabee as ambassador to Israel

Huckabee 'brings moral clarity, unwavering support for Israel, and will serve as the greatest US ambassador to Israel in history,' Friends of Zion Museum founder Mike Evans said.

MARCH 13, 2025ByJERUSALEM POST STAFF
US AMBASSADOR-DESIGNATE to Israel Mike Huckabee attends a ceremony in 2018 marking the construction of a new housing complex in Efrat.

Israel, Gaza and hostages get just brief mention in Trump’s address to Congress

He also briefly spoke of plans for a “Golden Dome” modeled off of Israel’s Iron Dome missile defense system.

MARCH 5, 2025ByBEN SALES/JTA
U.S. President Donald Trump addresses a joint session of Congress at the U.S. Capitol on March 04, 2025 in Washington, DC. Vice President JD Vance and Speaker of the House (R-LA) applaud behind.

Just 33% of Democrats have a favorable view of Israel, Gallup poll finds

Previous polls taken during the Israel-Hamas war have shown that Democrats are more likely than Republicans to blame Israel for the fighting.

FEBRUARY 26, 2025ByBEN SALES/JTA
American Jews [Illustrative]

Sa'ar: 'Troubling developments' regarding Iran's nuclear weapons

"There is an increased Iranian effort to smuggle money to Lebanon for Hezbollah, including via Turkey," the foreign minister said.

FEBRUARY 17, 2025ByJERUSALEM POST STAFF
Foreign Minister Gideon Sa'ar speaks at the Knesset, in Jerusalem, February 17, 2025

Warm and fuzzy statement from Netanyahu, Johnson devoid of plans for Gaza

While mentioning "a future for Gaza" and a "future for peace," Netanyahu did not speak of Trump's plans for the future of the strip. 

FEBRUARY 7, 2025ByHANNAH SARISOHN
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu shakes hands with US House Speaker Mike Johnson (R-LA) during a press conference at the U.S. Capitol in Washington, U.S., February 7, 2025.

'New world order' or 'dangerous delusions'? Israeli officials react to Trump's Gaza plan

Trump's plans to turn Gaza into a 'Riviera' were met with a split camp, with some praising his creativity, and others trying to return the focus back to the hostages.

FEBRUARY 5, 2025ByMATHILDA HELLER
US President Donald Trump welcomes Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu at the entrance of the White House in Washington, U.S, February 4, 2025.

Dueling messages for Trump, Netanyahu appear on DC streets ahead of summit

While targeting the same leaders, the message from the coalition of hostage families could not have been more different. 

FEBRUARY 4, 2025ByHANNAH SARISOHN
Two different mobile billboards from two different activist groups parked drove around the White House and National Mall on Tuesday afternoon

First in line: Why Netanyahu’s swift White House invite matters - analysis

By swiftly inviting Netanyahu to the White House, Trump is sending a clear message to the region and beyond: Netanyahu and Israel are his close friends.

JANUARY 29, 2025ByHERB KEINON
‘IT WILL be telling to see whether Netanyahu can stand up to Trump the same way he took pride in standing up to his Democratic predecessors.’ Here, Netanyahu and Trump participate in the signing ceremony of the Abraham Accords on the South Lawn of the White House in September 2020.

Stakes for Israel’s new ambassador to US have rarely been higher - editorial

Israel's new ambassador to the United States, Yechiel Leiter, is optimistic about navigating complex international relationships.

JANUARY 29, 2025ByJPOST EDITORIAL
AMERICAN AND ISRAELI flags fly during a demonstration in support of Israel at the US Capitol in 2002.