US president says he plans to discuss two-state solution; Lapid calls him one of Israel's greatest-ever friends; Herzog: He's a 'visionary and a leader'

IDF commander-turned-disability activist takes over quasi-governmental group after yearlong search for new chair; stresses Jewish pride and centrality of Israel in inaugural speech

Statement from president's office says two nations 'share historical affinity that has found expression in moments of crisis and difficulty'

Israeli leaders wish Palestinian Authority president a happy Eid al-Adha, stressing need for cooperation and calm; calls come after Abbas meets Gantz in Ramallah this week

Biden to tour Israeli security installations, including new laser defense system; is set to become 1st US president to visit a site in Palestinian East Jerusalem outside Old City

Security establishment reportedly fears escalation in West Bank during president's time in Israel over lack of major US peace initiative

President tells Turkish leader that he hopes 'for the further strengthening and promotion of their nations’ relationship' after a series of measures boosting renewed relations

US leader set to become first recipient of award since 2014, for his 'uncompromising decades-long commitment to Israel's security,' says president's office

In phone call with Herzog, President Andrzej Duda pledges to return ambassador after 2021 restitution law fight, but tensions remain around students' Holocaust trips

In sign of warming ties ahead of Biden's upcoming visit to region, Israeli and Jordanian leaders discuss 'deep strategic issues,' bilateral relations