Mike Huckabee

US Ambassador Mike Huckabee affirms Washington’s respect for Israeli sovereignty, rejects Palestinian state recognition, and champions Jerusalem as Israel’s undivided capital.

Rubio called it “an extraordinary archaeological site,” framing his appearance as a celebration of shared heritage.

“The visit of the American Secretary of State is a testament to the strong relationship between the United States and Israel. We greatly appreciate the visit," Netanyahu said.

When asked whether the Palestinian funds that Israel had blocked from transferring would remain on hold indefinitely, Ambassador Mike Huckabee said that everything was “frozen in place”.

The celebratory gala will feature US Ambassador Mike Huckabee, and Grammy winner Lee Greenwood is set to entertain the crowd

The ambassador insists the evangelical bond with Israel is intact, even if the social-media soundtrack suggests otherwise.

Huckabee said the celebration, postponed from July, will take place Tuesday, September 9, at the Museum of Tolerance in Jerusalem.

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With the support of American friends and the presence of Ambassador Mike Huckabee, children in the Israel envelope return to their classrooms for the first time since the war started

Efrat Council Chairman, Col. (res.) Dovi Shefler said that the visit came at a time of "historic opportunity to apply full Israeli sovereignty over Judea and Samaria."

Several Israeli officials told The Jerusalem Post that the possibility of applying sovereignty “to certain areas” is being seriously considered, but Netanyahu has yet to make a final decision.