Israel United States Relations

Israel's 'model ally' from Pentagon is key signal, even if downplayed by media - analysis

Washington signaled where it intends to anchor its Middle East strategy: in self-reliant partners willing to fight for their own security.

People walk past a projection depicting Israeli and US flags on the walls of Jerusalem's Old City on Oct. 22, 2025.
US VICE President JD Vance is seen at the Turning Point USA conference last week. His statements that the US will always be a Christian nation is nauseating in its inconsistency and undermining of the founding fathers’ intentions, the writer says.

America's separation of church and state maintains its strong bond to Israel - opinion

Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu attends a ceremony for the 70th cohort of military combat officers, at an army base near Mitzpe Ramon, Israel, October 31, 2024

Israel to spend $110 billion on independent arms industry, PM Benjamin Netanyahu says

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Can Jews support Trump’s pro-Israel policies while criticizing his US record? - opinion

Trump’s pro-Israel stance is undeniable, but can Jews overlook his broader policies? Balancing support for Israel with American values presents a complex challenge for the Jewish community.

 US PRESIDENT Donald Trump’s relationship with the Jewish community, Israel, and America is complex and multifaceted, says the writer.

Pentagon says it has no involvement in Israel's operations in Lebanon

The Pentagon clarified it's not supporting Israel's operations in Lebanon, focusing only on protecting US forces and assisting Israel if needed.

 A PRO-PALESTINIAN protest is held outside the White House last month. When Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu addresses Congress, hundreds of thousands of Hamas supporters are expected to chant outside, ‘Palestine from the river to the sea.’  (Tom Brenner/Reuters)

After the hostage murders: Why Israel must never bow to Hamas - opinion

In the wake of six hostages' murders by Hamas, MK Dan Illouz of Likud argues for an uncompromising response, warning against concessions.

 A woman stands next to posters with photos of hostages kidnapped in the deadly October 7 attack on Israel by the Palestinian Islamist group Hamas from Gaza, in Tel Aviv, Israel March 20, 2024.

Walking a fine line between persuasion and reporting in political media - opinion

A new analysis shows how the media can manipulate our understanding of events. From false reports to biased narratives, the media's role in shaping reality is crucial and controversial.

 PRIME MINISTER Benjamin Netanyahu speaks at a news conference in Jerusalem, earlier this year. Either reporters have lost the ability to collect facts or they see themselves simply as conduits for leaks and behind-the-back maneuverings, the writer charges.

Ben-Gvir's defiant nature could damage Israel's global standing - opinion

A recent poll shows 52% of Israelis are ready to oppose US security demands, reflecting a growing trend of challenging authority at both national and international levels.

 MK Itamar Ben-Gvir arrives to open his office in the east Jerusalem neighborhood of Sheikh Jarrah, February 13, 2022.

Netanyahu's diplomatic tightrope: Navigating Israel-US relations amid crisis - editorial

Netanyahu faces diplomatic strain amid fluctuating US-Israel relations over Gaza conflict, exacerbated by public disputes and upcoming controversial Washington visit.

 U.S. President Joe Biden, left, meets with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, right, to discuss the ongoing conflict between Israel and Hamas, in Tel Aviv, Israel, Wednesday, Oct. 18, 2023.

Trust between Israel and US is key, and it’s missing - opinion

BEYOND THE NEED to work to restore trust, which might no longer even be possible, the recent and unprecedented attack from Iran reminds us that the world only likes us when we are under attack.

 US PRESIDENT Joe Biden meets with Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu on the sidelines of the annual opening of the UN General Assembly last September. At that point, holding such a meeting at the White House was not even in the cards, the writer notes.

Concerns over US-Israel relations are premature - opinion

The strength of the US-Israel relationship extends past the two nations’ joint enemies, strategic objectives, military, intelligence, and technology partnerships. 

 US PRESIDENT Joe Biden is welcomed by Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, in October, when the president visited Israel following the massacres carried out by Hamas.

A threat to the pro-Israel consensus - opinion

"This may be an inflection point in US-Israel relations, a time when one of the last consensus issues in American politics succumbs to the era’s bitter divisions."

 Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer (D-NY) stands behind the rostrum as fellow Democratic senators speak to reporters at the Capitol in Washington, U.S., October 31, 2023.

'Israel not a banana republic': Netanyahu slams Schumer's 'undermining' speech

Yair Lapid: Schumer's speech "is proof that, one by one, Netanyahu is losing the staunchest supporters of Israel."

Senator Chuck Schumer