US Embassy move to Jerusalem
Grapevine: Fateful wallets
Movers and shakers in Israeli society.
Former US senator Jon Kyl, key author of Jerusalem Embassy Act, dies at 84
Diplomatic courage: How Trump’s embassy decision strengthened Israel’s position – opinion
Native American leaders seek to establish embassy in Jerusalem, strengthen ties with Israel
US State Dept confirms: Israel would have to authorize Palestinian consulate in Jerusalem
The US closed its consulate to the Palestinians in 2018, when it openly recognized Jerusalem as Israel’s capital and moved its embassy there.
Jerusalem's legendary neighborhood for authors celebrates centennial
The lush and quaint Jerusalem neighborhood has held residents for 100 years, included S. Y. Agnon and Eliezer Ben Yehuda, and, lately, the US Embassy.
Donald Trump says more American Jews should have voted for him
Exit polls election night found Trump scored between 21% and 30.5% of the Jewish vote. He is also correct that an overwhelming majority of Orthodox Jews voted for him.
Jerusalem and the embassy issue
Israel enjoys diplomatic relations with more than 160 countries, virtually all of which have sited their embassies in Tel Aviv or neighboring cities.
US Embassy in Jerusalem gets further construction approval
The plans have been in the works for two years.
Palestinian Central Bank governor quits on a high note
"You have, of course, the authority that has the longevity, chaired by President [Mahmoud] Abbas. Especially when Hamas and Fatah are throwing things at each other, and so we’re stuck in the middle."
US Embassy in Jerusalem plans ambitious expansion
Jerusalem has green-lighted building permits that may reshape the city – for better and for worse.
Jerusalem approves expanded US embassy
The approved plans include expanding the current embassy site in Arnona, as well as the construction of a new embassy on Derech Hebron.
Friedman recalls close connection to Trump as days in post draw to close
Speaking to Trump weekly and meeting monthly gave Friedman unparalleled power as an ambassador.
Netanyahu thanks Trump on third anniversary of Jerusalem recognition
The premier and US Ambassador to Israel David Friedman hung a copy of that proclamation in the Prime Minister’s Office.