Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin spoke to Israeli Defense Minister Yoav Gallant Friday and told him that 'the U.S. will defend Israel if attacked.'

As the IDF prepares to enter Rafah, the last Hamas stronghold in the Strip, Biden has ramped up his criticism, going as far as characterizing the operation as 'over the top.'

These selfless people heeded the cry of Israel in its time of need and offered whatever they could.

“God bless you for protecting the nation of Israel,” President Herzog said of Biden on the airport tarmac.

Speculation had been rife about Biden’s possible trip to Israel, with three US officials earlier hinting at the likelihood of such a visit as early as this week.

In total, the data found that 96 percent of Americans said they had “”a lot” or “some” sympathy for the Israeli people, with just 4 percent saying they had none at all.

'This decision shows the strong ties between the two countries,' said acting U.S. Ambassador to Jerusalem Stephanie Hallett.

A 'little bloodied'? Try 2,656 dead Israeli soldiers.

Israel has been seeking acceptance into the U.S. Visa Waiver program for decades.

Mohammed bin Salman dismissed reports Riyadh suspended U.S.-led normalization talks.

Israel and the Middle East were not a focus, to say the least, during the US president's speech.

The audience wildly cheered the former South Carolina governor and UN ambassador who has proven to be a great friend of the Jewish state.

Washington should stop trying to interfere with what the Israeli government feels it must do in order to defend the people of Israel.

'U.S. commitment to Israel’s security is steadfast and unwavering.'

Israeli president highlights the bond and mutual reliance of the United States and Israel on each other, emphasizing the importance of their strategic partnership for regional stability and security.

Israel's prime minister is advised to follow in the footsteps of Israel's Founding Fathers – from Prime Minister David Ben Gurion through Prime Minister Yitzhak Shamir – who realized that defiance of US pressure is critical to Israel’s national security policy.

The only other Israeli president to address a joint session was Herzog's father, Chaim, more than 35 years ago.

What does Israel do for the United States? Israeli farmers feed the poor; Videos for Special Children; and much more!

MK Ariel Kallner, who drafted the bill, has made the issue of Israeli sovereignty throughout the entire Land of Israel a top priority.

'As a life-long friend and supporter of the State of Israel, I have worked my entire career to deepen and strengthen our partnership,' said the U.S. president.

The Jewish state may need to attack the Islamic Republic without U.S. assistance, says Yaakov Amidror.

Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin meets with top officials in Israel, including Netanyahu.

'I admire the heroes… for eliminating the terrorists in Nablus. Whoever harms Israel, we will reach them wherever they are and strike them with a crushing blow, without compromise.'

US to reject UN resolution demanding that Israel immediately cease all settlement activities in Judea and Samaria.

'We see you as a trusted partner in matters of our shared security and of course, advancing peace,' Netanyahu told the U.S. national security advisor in Jerusalem.

'I will be pushing back aggressively on things that we disagree with,' Nides stated.

American delegation to visit water desalination and purification facilities and a center for desert agriculture.

Palestinians have ramped up terror attacks on Israeli civilians in shooting and car-ramming incidents, prompting IDF raids of Palestinian areas.

The deal, which has been brewing for some time, comes after the US Department of Defense awarded Boeing a contract to supply the refueling planes to the IAF.

As President Joe Biden visits the Jewish, let's take a look back and see how previous US presidents have altered the course of Israeli history.

Consider news reports that sound significantly different.

Karine Jean-Pierre has been open about her animosity towards the Jewish state.

Why is the US such a staunch friend of Israel? Let’s break down the main reasons.

'After decades of fighting for my release, I felt so helpless that I could not help her in her struggle for life.'

Israel is becoming a political issue in Washington as the White House faces a moment of truth on Iran.

Israel must not wait for a crisis to break out between Russia and Ukraine to formulate a national strategy regarding relations with Moscow.

US-Israel relations are mutually beneficial with the flow of benefits from Israel to the US expanding by the day.

After former President Trump cursed Benjamin Netanyahu in an interview, Dr. Mike Evans warned the Republican leader not to push Evangelicals away.

The bill passed the house by a vote of 219-212, with all Democrats voting for the bill and all Republicans opposing it.

Gantz will discuss Iron Dome replenishment and certain defense acquisitions that have faced delays.