Us israel relations

Support for Israel takes center stage in Michigan, Missouri Democratic primaries - analysis

Contests featuring Abdul El-Sayed and Cori Bush will test whether criticism of Israel has become a broader force among Democratic voters.

Michigan U.S. Senate candidate Abdul el-Sayed greets supporters at a rally in Ann Arbor, Michigan, April 7, 2026. The rally also featured Twitch streamer Hasan Piker, who has been accused of antisemitism.
Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu meets US President Donald Trump in the White House, July 28, 2026.

Former ambassador Herzog warns Israel’s influence in Washington has diminished sharply under Trump

US President Donald Trump (R) and Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu (L) walk inside after Netanyahu arrived at Trump's Mar-a-Lago residence in Palm Beach, Florida; December, 2025.

Netanyahu to meet Trump for more than just Iran: Gaza, Saudi nuclear plan, Turkey on the line

The New York City skyline and the Empire State Building, as wildfire smoke impacts air quality in New York City, US, July 17, 2026.

'Deals happen outside meetings': Hakibbutz unveils first Israeli startup home in New York City


Pittsburgh Jewish groups hope to quash a referendum that would force the city to boycott Israel

No city has seen a measure to boycott Israel brought to voters. And Pittsburgh’s measure has caused quite a stir.

 Voters line up outside a voting place in a synagogue Shaare Torah, on Election Day in Pittsburgh, Nov. 3, 2020.

Harris campaign taps Israeli-born peace negotiator Ilan Goldenberg as Jewish community liaison

Goldenberg, 47, was born in Jerusalem and grew up in New Jersey, where he attended Jewish day school and belonged with his family to a Conservative synagogue.

  Democratic vice presidential candidate, Minnesota Governor Tim Walz, speaks during a campaign rally with U.S. Vice President and Democratic presidential candidate Kamala Harris, in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, U.S., August 6, 2024.

US: We must be ready for significant attacks on Israel by Iran

The most important step right now is making sure that "Israel can defend itself and that we, the United States, have in place the proper force to help them defend themselves,” John Kirby said.

 U.S. national security spokesperson John Kirby speaks during a press briefing at the White House in Washington, U.S., March 25, 2024.

State Dept. confirms to Post it released $3.5 billion to Israel on Thursday to spend on US weaponry

The funding that Israel receives is so that it can procure systems that are being built now, but won't see them delivered until several years later.

 According to the US Embassy, there are approximately 600,000 American citizens residing permanently or temporarily in Israel, and of these, an estimated 500,000 may be eligible to vote in the US Presidential election.

Kamala Harris is appeasing Hamas - opinion

Last March, Harris called for “an immediate ceasefire” in Gaza that would have thrown a lifeline to Hamas. She also warned Israel not to invade Hamas’s last stronghold in Rafah.

 DEMOCRATIC PRESIDENTIAL candidate and US Vice President Kamala Harris speaks at an election campaign event in Atlanta, on Tuesday. Looking to end the war in Gaza is understandable, but wanting Hamas to stay in power is not, the writer argues.

Netanyahu's powerful speech to Congress emphasizes unyielding US-Israel alliance

“This is not a clash of civilizations,” he said to applause at the opening, describing a world in upheaval. “It’s a clash between barbarism and civilization.”

 PRIME MINISTER Benjamin Netanyahu aimed his Congress speech at an American audience and designed it to remind those listening what this war in Gaza is about.

Netanyahu's fourth congressional address: A legacy in jeopardy - opinion

As Netanyahu delivers his fourth congressional address, his political future is in peril. Facing public backlash, legal issues, and a divided coalition, many wonder if this will be his final address.

 PRIME MINISTER Benjamin Netanyahu attends a debate in the Knesset plenum last week. The longest-serving Israeli prime minister faces unprecedented challenges, the writer maintains.

Trump's nomination and Israeli preferences: Navigating the perils of political alignment - opinion

Trump's renomination boosts his appeal in Israel, but Israel must carefully navigate US politics to maintain bipartisan support and avoid the appearance of election interference.

 REPUBLICAN PRESIDENTIAL nominee and former US president Donald Trump addresses a campaign rally in Grand Rapids, Michigan, last Saturday. In Israel, Trump has been the preferred candidate from the beginning of the election campaign, says the writer.

Israel-Hamas War day 290: What is happening in Israel and Gaza?

Two hostages confirmed dead • IDF attacks Hezbollah targets in Lebanon •

 IDF troops operate in the Gaza Strip. July 22, 2024.

Activists plan protests during Netanyahu's Washington visit this week

Police expect a "large number of demonstrators" and were making additional security arrangements but said there were no known threats.

 Pro-Palestine demonstrators cross New Jersey Avenue near the U.S. Capitol, during a protest in Washington, U.S, December 17, 2023.