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May 01, 2013

IPF also applauds the comments made this week by Qatari Prime Minister Sheikh Hamad bin Jassim al-Thani which indicate that the Arab League is prepared to accept negotiated land swaps along the 1967 “Green Line” as part of the Arab Peace Initiative.

Apr 04, 2013

On April 3, 2013, the Israel Policy Forum delivered a letter to Prime Minister Netanyahu supporting President Obama's call to begin peace talks, as well as the recent reconciliation between Israel and Turkey. 

Mar 22, 2013

Prime Minister Netanyahu’s apology to the Turkish people for “any errors that could have led to loss of life” on the Mavi Marmara is a demonstration of true leadership. 

Mar 21, 2013

We are heartened by the President’s reaffirmation of the United States’ commitment to the principle of two states for two peoples.  President Obama stated in no uncertain terms that “the only way for Israel to endure and thrive as a Jewish and democratic state is through the realization of an independent and viable Palestine.” We could not agree more.

Mar 19, 2013

Israel Policy Forum (IPF) welcomes President Obama’s decision to visit Israel early in his second term. While concerns regarding Iran and Syria will be at the forefront, the visit also presents an opportunity for President Obama to underscore his personal commitment to advancing a resolution to the Israeli-Palestinian conflict based on the principle of two states for two peoples.

Mar 01, 2013

These unfortunate comments will undoubtedly set back reconciliation efforts between Turkey and Israel, and sour Turkey’s dialogue with the United States, at a time when these democracies should be working closely together to advance clear common interests and address shared threats in the region. 

Jan 23, 2013

“There will always be a special and historic bond with Israel exemplified by our continued commitment to Israel's defense.”

-  Senator Chuck Hagel, In his book, America: Our Next Chapter

As advocates for a strong U.S.-Israel relationship, we believe it is critical that the U.S. Secretary of Defense vigorously support the United States’ continued commitment to Israel’s security and the special bond that links the U.S. and Israel. 

Jan 16, 2013

At the Israel Policy Forum Annual Event in December 2008, Senator Chuck Hagel gave a speech emphasizing the importance of the the U.S.-Israel relationship.

Jan 07, 2013

We welcome President Obama’s nomination of Senator Chuck Hagel to be his next secretary of defense.

We continue to be greatly disturbed by the ongoing – and unfounded – charges that Senator Hagel is anti-Israel or even anti-Semitic.

Dec 20, 2012

"The United States cannot impose peace in the Middle East, but I don’t believe any way you come at this, there will be peace in the Middle East without the United States."

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