Military aid to israel

AIPAC-backed candidate John Larson defeated in Connecticut Democratic primary by Luke Bronin

The pro-Israel lobby group is increasingly viewed as politically toxic in Democratic primaries across the country, with several progressive candidates notching victories after opposing it.

Luke Bronin takes to the stage at his campaign watch party in Hartford, Connecticut after John Larson conceded in the race, resulting in Bronin’s win over the district on August 11, 2026.
Loyal Wingman drone from Boeing supporting fighters in 3D illustration.

Israel aims to build its own stealth fighter jets, autonomous combat aircraft, senior official says

US Rep. Thomas Massie (R-KY) speaks to the press as he exits a vote on Capitol Hill in Washington.

House rejects bill to strip Israel aid despite over 100 Democrats voting to cut funding

US President Barack Obama (C-R), escorted by Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu (C-L), view battery of Iron Dome, short-range missile defence system during a welcome ceremony at Ben Gurion International Airport on March 20, 2013 near Tel Aviv.

Editor's Notes: Israel-US alliance after the aid is gone must become a partnership, not an MoU


Report finds cases of 'severe' failings regarding donations to IDF

State Comptroller: Soldiers, officers directly communicated with donors to IDF; IDF: New Personnel Directorate body is regulating all donations.

IDF forces conduct search after a Palestinian assailant stabbed an Israeli woman in Tekoa, January 18, 2016

Reported details emerge on aid package to Israel from Obama administration

Although the package will include more money, Israel will have to forfeit annual Congressional “plus-ups” to the president's annual budget except in extreme emergency cases.

US President Barack Obama and Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu.

Israel’s Vital Neutrality

The Jerusalem Post

Analysis: Netanyahu waiting for Obama's successor in a gamble on Israel's security

The prime minister has asked for $5 billion in annual defense aid and says that he will wait to sign the new Memorandum of Understanding with Obama's successor if the US president doesn't agree.

Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu shares a joke with US President Barack Obama during their meeting in the Oval office of the White House, in Washington

Why the US will never leave the Middle East by David Allouche

The Jerusalem Post

Israel-Indian missile system Barak 8 carries out successful trial in Indian Ocean

"Trial will benefit both the Indian and Israeli navies," CEO of IAI says.

Illustrative Barak 8 system

Obama eulogizes six US soldiers, including Jewish airman, killed in Afghanistan attack

Staff Sgt. Peter Taub, 30, was assigned to the Air Force Office of Special Investigations, the Pentagon said in a statement Tuesday.

Staff Sgt. Peter W. Taub is pictured in this undated handout photo provided by the US Air Force

Local authorities warned of enlarged rocket threat from Hezbollah

In future war with Hezbollah, country could sustain hundreds of fatalities and billions of shekels in damages, Home Front Command says.

An iron dome launches rockets to intercept incoming rockets from Gaza on Tuesday.

Israel's Elbit to supply US Marines with laser system

Israeli defense firm wins 73.4 million dollar contract to supply Common Laser Range Finder – Integrated Capability.

Israel's Elbit to supply US Marines with laser system

IDF using new automated system for live fire combat drills

The system, dubbed "Safe Ground," has begun serving commanders planning war exercises around the country in recent months.

IDF soilder prepares for battle