Peace Now, European Union blast move, which is seen as being hurried through before new US administration arrives

US Secretary of State issues stream of tweets lauding his Middle East accomplishments as his term ends; critics say flurry is inappropriate campaigning from a government account

Change approved during Trump's final days shifts Israel out of US military's European Command sphere, will allow for greater regional collaboration against Iran

Defense officials reportedly fear new US administration will clamp down on abuses by Saudi Arabia, Egypt and UAE, imperiling Israel's improved ties with them and strengthening Iran

Casino mogul was an important backroom player in Washington and Jerusalem, and a key supporter of Netanyahu, who mourns him with 'deep sorrow and heartbreak'

Friends of billionaire acknowledge his influence had much to do with his wealth, but say his determination to advance his hawkish pro-Israel agenda made him an unstoppable force

Few leaders were closer to the disgraced president than Netanyahu. Few nations consider themselves to have benefited more from his policies. We're already seeing the consequences

Knesset bids farewell to David Friedman; thanks him for 'tremendous contributions' after he oversaw policy shifts on Jerusalem, Golan, settlements, Israel-Gulf relations

David Friedman praises 'unbreakable bond with Israel,' congratulates President-elect Joe Biden

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