Military aid to israel

Israel is overestimating its leverage in Washington - opinion

My unequivocal position is that those who argue that the United States could not “survive” without Israel’s technological contribution are overstating the case.

 US-ISRAEL-DIPLOMACY Israeli and US flags are seen on the table as US Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth meets with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu at the Pentagon in Washington, DC on February 5, 2025; illustrative
Maine Democratic Senate candidate Troy Jackson speaks in Biddeford, Maine, on Sept. 13, 2026.

Maine Senate candidate Troy Jackson opposes US giving Israel 'blank check'

An illustration of a cyber board with an Israel flag.

What will Israel bring to its most important alliance? - opinion

 The Iron Dome air defense missile systems is seen during operational trials conducted following the conclusion Operation Shield and Arrow on May 14, 2023

Civil rights groups campaign against deepening US-Israel defense cooperation


Israel must lessen dependence on foreign weaponry - editorial

No country, especially not one of Israel’s size, can attain full weapons independence. But at the same time, this dependence can be reduced.

 An illustrative image of an IDF fighter jet in a noose.

Namibia blocks vessel suspected of carrying 'explosive material destined for Israel'

Namibia barred the MV Kathrin from docking over suspicions of carrying military cargo for Israel, aligning with its support for Palestine during the Gaza conflict.

 Sandwich Harbour, Walvis Bay, Namibia.

Betrayal of allies: US pauses munitions, while threatening Israel's security - editorial

Delaying aid emboldens Israel’s adversaries; the US must provide not just military aid, but also a clear and consistent message of solidarity.

 US SECRETARY of State Antony Blinken walks with Defense Minister Yoav Gallant, at the Kerem Shalom border crossing, last week. The US hypocrisy and holier-than-thou attitude toward Israel is truly infuriating, the writer charges.

US House sets long-awaited vote on billions for Ukraine, Israel

The Israel bill totals $26.38 billion; plus funds to cover the cost of US military operations in response to recent attacks.

 US PRESIDENT Joe Biden shakes hands with House Speaker Mike Johnson before delivering his State of the Union address, last month.

Majority Leader Steve Scalise to 'Post': Republicans will propose new Iranian sanctions

The US should support however Israel decides to respond to Iran, House Majority Leader Steve Scalise (R-LA) told The Jerusalem Post before unveiling a series of bills expressing support for Israel.

 Majority Leader of the US House of Representatives, Steve Scalise, speaks at the Conference of Presidents of Major American Jewish Organizations Gathering at a Historic Synagogue, Sixth & I, in Washington, DC.

US House panel recommends $17.6 billion in military aid for Israel

The funding bill, offered by a House Appropriations panel, could come to a vote in the full House sometime next week.

Members of the 118th Congress raise their right hands as they are sworn into office to serve in the US House of Representatives on the fourth day of Congress at the US Capitol in Washington, US, January 7, 2023.

White House rejects report US considering slowing weapons sales to Israel

The White House said on Sunday there was no change in its Israel policy.

 The Pentagon is seen from the air in Washington, U.S., March 3, 2022, more than a week after Russia invaded Ukraine.

Bazan increases aid budget for residents to NIS 30 million

"We shall continue supporting all avenues of the Israeli society, alongside maintaining a continuous supply of energy in Israel,” Chairman of the company said.

 People queue as Israelis are evacuated from the southern town of Sderot, near Israel's border with Gaza, October 15, 2023

US experts say bolstering Israel’s military stockpiles is a regional deterrent

Keeping Israel supplied with military equipment does not just help Israel in its war against Hamas, but also deters others from widening the conflict, according to US think tank.

Members of special IRGC forces attend a rally marking the annual Quds Day, or Jerusalem Day, on the last Friday of the holy month of Ramadan in Tehran, Iran, April 29, 2022.

There is no US aid to Israel, it's an investment and a debt - opinion

The United States owes a debt of gratitude to Israel for its unwavering commitment to preserving America’s security, democracy, and the well-being of its citizens.

 US PRESIDENTIAL candidate Vivek Ramaswamy has doubled back on the issue of US military aid to Israel, telling ‘Israel Hayom’ that he would consider enlarging aid to Israel if elected.