Reported request could be due to Biden's old age, weather conditions or an attempt to avoid repetition of 2017 incident in which a junior Israeli MK snapped a selfie with Trump

US secretary of state affirms 'respect for democratic processes' in Israel and 'unwavering commitment' to strong ties with Jerusalem

Lapid now expected to greet American leader as interim PM; US envoy reiterates visit has nothing to do with who is premier

Defense minister hopes pact will expand with Biden's visit to Saudi Arabia; says Israel has 'powerful' responses ready amid efforts by Tehran to target Israeli tourists in Turkey

In extended interview with ToI, Rabbi Rick Jacobs, head of North America's largest Jewish movement, stresses commitment to Zionism, strides in improving ties with Israel

Military condemns 'biased' independent probes that conclude Al Jazeera reporter was deliberately targeted by soldiers during clashes in Jenin last month

Police said investigation was complete but did not divulge results; reports say no officers to be disciplined for storming funeral procession of slain Al Jazeera reporter

Washington particularly concerned about Israeli plan to advance 'doomsday' settlement construction in E1 area, with PA threatening to downgrade ties if such steps proceed

Sale to L3Harris would need US, Israeli approval; report says deal would drastically cut Pegasus spyware client list; expert fears US police will use tech, threatening freedoms

US president will chat with athletes at opening of Maccabiah Games, visit a missile defense system, hold a virtual meeting with Bennett, MBZ and Modi, and meet Abbas in Bethlehem