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Updated FAQs Regarding New Israeli Travel Procedures for U.S. Citizens

Message to U.S. Citizens:  U.S. Embassy Jerusalem (September 22, 2023)  Location:  Israel, the West Bank, and Gaza  Subject:  Updated FAQs Regarding New Israeli Travel Procedures for U.S. Citizens On July 20, the Israeli government began implementing changes to travel procedures for U.S. citizens traveling with a valid U.S. passport who may now request to enter Israel visa-free for short-term ... Read More»

U.S. Support for Human Rights Defenders

NOVEMBER 29, 2021 DOWNLOAD HUMAN RIGHTS DEFENDERS GUIDANCE [7 MB] Human Rights Defenders Guidance The Biden-Harris Administration is committed to putting human rights and democratic principles at the center of our foreign policy. These Guidelines for U.S. Diplomatic Mission Support to Civil Society and Human Rights Defenders outline and amplify the U.S.’s commitment to supporting this vital work as part of the President’s strategic vision and U.S. foreign policy. It is addressed primarily to both ... Read More»

Readout of President Joe Biden’s Meeting with Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu of Israel

SEPTEMBER 20, 2023 President Joseph R. Biden, Jr. met today in New York with Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu of Israel to discuss a range of bilateral, regional, and global issues of mutual concern.  The President wished the Prime Minister and the people of Israel a happy new year during the Jewish high holidays.  President Biden ... Read More»