We hear from Jacob Magid about what is being done to bolster the relationship with the US ahead of the PM's visit and Emanuel Fabian fills us in on West Bank security incidents

Defense Ministry holding off on settlement building approvals but will okay plans when timing is right, giving preference to projects in so-called blocs, says Israeli official

Eyal Hulata and Jake Sullivan meet for first time, also discuss goodwill steps to Palestinians and PM's upcoming trip to Washington, the White House says

Opposition leader says 'no surprises policy,' which he also pursued, will lead to US administration leaking info to media outlets in efforts to circumvent Jewish state

Jerusalem argues that drone strike on Israeli-operated vessel didn't just hurt Jewish state but also global interests; defense officials said to discuss possible military response

Legislation assures 2016 deal of $3.8 billion in security aid to Jewish state, will also provide $225 million to Palestinians

Biden's Mideast coordinator reportedly demands answers from an Israeli Defense Ministry official at Washington meeting; Israel said to say it is taking situation 'very seriously'

Defense minister says Jewish state reserves the right to take independent steps against Tehran's nuclear program, says deal with world powers must be improved

Coalition source says PMO could seek 6-month postponement of Supreme Court decision set to be handed down Monday, concerned it could reignite tensions with Palestinians

New government manages to delay reopening of consulate for Palestinians, and slack from Washington could extend to other contentious issues, but power dynamic goes both ways