The allies' top diplomats discuss Iran, peace efforts in highest level contact yet between Israel and Biden administration

Speaking to FM Ashkenazi, ministers from Gulf states say Jerusalem and its new allies can together 'exert greater influence on the US'

Ambassador Eitan Na'eh, speaking from quarantine in Abu Dhabi, says he'll focus on bringing cheaper goods to Israel, with stickier diplomatic issues not on his agenda yet

Ambassador Eitan Na'eh takes up post in Abu Dhabi, as Emirati cabinet approves opening of mission in Tel Aviv; cabinet approves normalization with Morocco

Unlike after his election victory, Israeli leaders waste no time in welcoming new US president; PM also tweets thanks to Trump 'for all the great things you have done for Israel'

Prime minister praises under-fire Trump during meeting with US Treasury Secretary Mnuchin, who is en route to the Persian Gulf

After lengthy delay, PM joins chorus of politicians denouncing assault on the US Capitol, says American democracy will prevail; his office later says he also praised the president

Gantz’s deputy says he’s ‘taking time off’ from politics, hails party’s achievements in reining in ‘adventurism’; plans to stay on as foreign minister as long as needed

Ex-accountant general criticizes leaders’ financial policies, says he hopes to merge with other parties ahead of election

Retired general tells party leaders he won't be entering politics now; Nissenkorn resigns as justice minister after leaving Blue and White to join Huldai