Arutz Sheva: Israel’s Top 50 Christian Allies for 2024
Israel Allies Foundation names the top 50 Christian leaders who have contributed to the Jewish State.
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JNS: Son of late US evangelist Billy Graham tops list of Israel’s Christian allies
The son of the late American evangelist, Billy Graham, heads a list of Israel’s top Christian Allies around the world, recognized for their unwavering faith-based support for the Jewish state.
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JNS: Hamas started the war, ‘Israel is going to finish it,’ Vance says at pro-Israel rally on National Mall
The Republican vice-presidential nominee spoke at a rally co-organized by Christian and Jewish groups marking one year since Hamas’s Oct. 7 terrorist attacks.
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JNS: Colleges should fire profs who preach hate of Jews, says Texas lieutenant governor
"Any true evangelical that reads the Bible understands why it is so important that we stand with Israel," Daystar TV co-founder Joni Lamb tells JNS.
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JNS: Paraguay to open Jerusalem embassy by end of year
The legation will be the sixth in Israel's capital.
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Arutz Sheva: Joni Lamb receives Israel Allies award for Israel support following Oct. 7th.
Israel Allies Foundation hosts annual gala dinner in Dallas. Joni Lamb receives Israel Allies award for Israel support following Oct. 7th.
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JNS: At summit, African lawmakers declare faith-based support for Israel
A group of three dozen African parliamentarians on Wednesday affirmed Jerusalem as Israel’s undivided capital and pledged to enhance diplomatic, economic and security cooperation with the Jewish state.
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JNS: Netanyahu meets evangelical leaders ahead of Congress address
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu made time during his busy schedule this week in Washington to meet with evangelical Christian faith leaders. Among those in attendance were Christians United for Israel (CUFI) Pastor John Hagee, Family Research Council President Tony Perkins, Philos Project Executive Director Luke Moon, televangelist Paula White, Friends of Zion chairman Mike Evans and Jordanna McMillan, U.S. director of the Israel Allies Foundation.
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JNS: EU inches closer to listing Iran’s Revolutionary Guards a terror group
Listing the group is more connected to Iranian support of Russia against Ukraine than Tehran's attack on Israel, per the Czech ambassador to Israel.
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JNS: EU lawmakers want Iran’s Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps branded terrorist group
The parliamentarians from the Israel Allies Caucus network at the two-day conference represented the Czech Republic, Italy, Lithuania, Netherlands, Norway, Slovakia, Portugal and Estonia.
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JPOST: Israel Allies Foundation meet to address and condemn growing antisemitism in Canada
A resolution denouncing the increased antisemitism across Canada was signed by both Jewish and Christian leaders.
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JPOST: Congressional Israel Allies Caucus hosts Jerusalem Day celebration
This year’s event reiterated US backing for Israel amid the Israel-Hamas war.
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CBN News: US Lawmakers, Israeli Knesset Members Celebrate Jerusalem Day on Capitol Hill
U.S. lawmakers, Israeli officials, and Christian and Jewish leaders celebrated Jerusalem Day Tuesday on Capitol Hill. Jerusalem Day marks the anniversary of Israel's reunification of the city under Israeli control during the 1967 Six-Day War.
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JNS: Israel supporters gather on Capitol Hill to celebrate Jerusalem Day
“We need clarity today that America stands with Israel” and is “not confused as to whom we support, Israel or Hamas,” Sen. Ted Cruz told JNS.
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JNS: Capitol Hill to mark Jerusalem Day in shadow of war
“This year, it is more important than ever to come together and declare our support for Israel and her people," said Congressional Israel Allies Caucus co-chair Rep. Doug Lamborn.
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JNS: Christian Allies Caucus offers UK legislators replacements for UNRWA
The heads of the Knesset’s Christian Allies Caucus on Tuesday offered British parliamentarians alternatives to UNRWA for funneling humanitarian aid to the Palestinians. London will decide in two weeks whether it will resume funding to the terror-linked U.N. agency.
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JNS: Christian Allies Caucus presses Germany to keep funding freeze on UNRWA
It offered government officials alternatives to funnel humanitarian support to Palestinian civilians.
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Washington Times: WATCH: Jewish-Christian alliances rise in the face of anti-semitic progressives
Josh Reinstein joins Cheryl Chumley's Bold & Blunt in Israel
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CBN: Israel Supporters in Global Parliaments Shocked by Oct. 7 Massacre Aftermath
In a powerful demonstration of international solidarity, members of parliaments from more than twenty nations recently convened in the heart of Kfar Aza to witness firsthand the devastation wrought by the Hamas attack on October 7th.
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The Jewish Link: Rabbis and Christian Leaders Lobby for Israel
On January 31, a coalition of 70 rabbis and Christian pastors came together under the auspices of multiple organizations to lobby for Israel on Capitol Hill.
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The US must display unwavering support for Israel - opinion
My recommendation to members of the Knesset and the Israeli people is to call out Schumer’s remarks as meshugas (Yiddish for “nonsense”).
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JNS: Australian lawmakers slam government for renewing UNRWA funding
“The decision to resume funding to UNRWA without any independent findings is an appalling affront to the people of Israel and to Jewish Australians," says Australian MP Andrew Wallace.
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CBN: Israel Supporters in Global Parliaments Shocked by Oct. 7 Massacre Aftermath
In a powerful demonstration of international solidarity, members of parliaments from more than twenty nations recently convened in the heart of Kfar Aza to witness firsthand the devastation wrought by the Hamas attack on October 7th.
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JPOST: Faith-based diplomacy: Are Christians Israel’s diplomatic Iron Dome? - comment
While Israel continues to receive threats from terrorists and protesters, Christian Zionists continue to show up for Israel.
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JNS: Israeli envoy: ‘UNRWA must be defunded, dismantled’
Phillipe Lazzarini, who heads the U.N. agency, told reporters that “many” of the 16 countries that suspended aid “would like to come back.”
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Arutz Sheva: IAF Chairman’s Conference Holds Largest Political Gathering Following October 7th Attack
Delegation of 21 Legislators Take Part in Israel Allies Foundation’s Annual Chairman’s Conference Dinner at Friends of Zion Museum and Concluding Session with Minister of Intelligence Gila Gamliel.
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JNS: Israeli intel minister: End UNRWA once and for all
The remarks come amid mounting evidence implicating UNRWA employees in Hamas's Oct. 7 massacre, and an unprecedented diplomatic battle over the future of the organization.
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Arutz Sheva: Foreign Min. meets 21 legislators from around the world
Delegation of 21 parliamentarians convenes lunch session with Foreign Min. Israel Katz as part of Israel Allies Foundation’s Annual Chairman’s Conference.
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JPOST: Liberian lawmaker pledges: Embassy in Jerusalem by year's end
"I am passionate about Liberia reopening its embassy," Representative Moimah Briggs Mensah said Monday evening during her speech at the Israel Allies Foundation Chairman's Mission dinner.
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Arutz Sheva: 'Jews have right to live in peace and security in Judea and Samaria'
Delegation of over 20 parliament members came to the Binyamin region on a special visit, during which they signed a covenant stating that Jews in Binyamin and Judea and Samaria have the right to live in peace and security.
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All Israel: Will Evangelicals derail Biden's Palestinian state push?
Could Christians help Israel prevent the establishment of a Palestinian state in Judea and Samaria?
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Washington Stand: U.S. Must Stop Funding ‘Corrupt, Anti-Semitic, Terror-Complicit’ U.N. Agency: Congressman
The Biden administration’s rhetoric has condemned the October 7 terrorist attack on Israeli civilians, but its deeds have made the U.S. one of the top contributors to terrorist incitement, according to a senior congressmen seeking to cut all financial ties to a terror-tied U.N. organization.
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JPOST: Pro-Israel Christian lawmakers pledge to defund UNRWA
The declaration came only a day after the European Union announced that it would maintain funding for UNRWA, despite the involvement of some of its staff in the October 7 Hamas massacre.
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ARUTZ SHEVA: Parliamentarians conference calls to disband UNRWA
A delegation of parliamentarians from 21 countries visited one of the towns struck by Hamas on October 7th and called to abolish the UNRWA as 'terror-entrenched.'
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JPOST: Energy minister calls on Christian lawmakers: Move embassies to Jerusalem
Cohen tapped into the audience's biblical sentiments by emphasizing Israel's centuries-old struggle for its land, which was bestowed by God on the Jewish people more than 4,000 years ago.
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JNS: Brazilian lawmaker: Lula remarks desecrate Holocaust victims’ memory
President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva's remarks inflamed antisemitism and fueled intolerance, said Geovania De Sa in Jerusalem.
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JNS: Israeli FM - UNRWA anti-Israel report ‘swan song of Hamas mission to UN'
The U.N. agency's chutzpah is without limit, Israel Katz said.
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JNS: Christian lawmakers at Israel’s ‘Ground Zero’ call to dismantle UNRWA
A group of 20 parliamentarians from around the world on Sunday visited an Israeli agricultural community on the border with Gaza hard hit in the Oct. 7 Hamas massacre and called on their governments to defund and dismantle the U.N. Relief and Works Agency for Palestine Refugees because of its ties to Palestinian terrorism.
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CBN: Twenty Years after Founding, Knesset Christian Allies Caucus Wields Global Influence for Israel
Twenty years ago, Israeli Knesset Member Yuri Stern began a one-of-a-kind caucus within Israel's parliament. What began as a small group bridging the gap between Christians and Jews has grown into a global movement.
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JPOST: MK in Holland urges MPs: Hold UNRWA accountable, permanently cut funding
"I wanted to show them, this is not a few rotten apples, this is a body that is rotten to the core," MK Haskel told The Jerusalem Post.
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JNS: Dutch lawmakers urged to make UNRWA funding freeze permanent
"Countries around the world are finally beginning to understand how this U.N. organization has long served as a right arm to terror," said Knesset Christian Allies Caucus co-chair MK Sharren Haskel.
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Arutz Sheva: Dutch Parliamentary Israel Allies Caucus discusses UNRWA's role in Hamas war
Leaders of the Dutch Parliamentary Israel Allies Caucus together with the Israel Allies Foundation (IAF) Europe host roundtable discussion at the Dutch House of Representatives focusing on "UNRWA's Role in Israel-Hamas Conflict" and the imperative to address the corruption within the UN body.
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JPOST: Christians will stand with Jews so they are not alone - opinion
Pastors and rabbis stand together on Capitol Hill
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JNS: Liberian lawmakers push to reopen embassy in Jerusalem
The United States, Guatemala, Honduras, Kosovo and Papua New Guinea have their legations in Israel’s capital.
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JPOST: Rabbis and pastors unite, lobby Congress to support Israel
"This joint mission of Jewish and Christian leaders is coming at a critical time as Israel's war to eliminate Hamas, a threat to the entire freedom-loving world, continues," said IAF US Director Jordanna McMillan.
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JPOST: US House Foreign Affairs Committee displays partisan divide over UNRWA funding
Republicans cited UNRWA's schools and curriculum, which they said teaches antisemitism and hate for Israel, as a reason the agency should be defunded.
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Congressman Sherman Applauds U.S. Suspension of UNRWA Funding
On January 26th, the U.S. State Department placed a temporary hold on funding for The United Nations Relief and Works Agency (UNRWA) following allegations that 12 UNRWA employees were involved in Hamas's October 7th terrorist attack on Israel.
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Knesset Christian Allies Caucus Marks 20 Years Amid Israel-Hamas Conflict
The Knesset Christian Allies Caucus (KCAC) marked its 20th anniversary on Tuesday, a significant milestone overshadowed by the ongoing conflict between Israel and Hamas.
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JNS: Christians rally at Knesset in solidarity with Israel
“This is a commemoration of faith-based diplomacy—today everybody understands the importance of Christian support for Israel.”
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JPOST: Kenyan reverend: UN ‘obsessed’ with Hamas war, ‘hates Jews’
Rev. Dennis Nthumbi said that “the war against Hamas has exposed the decay in the UN and its moral rot that has led to the molestation of its statutes.”
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JPOST: Brazilian MPs challenge president, visit Israel on solidarity mission
Brazilian delegation to visit Israel to show solidarity in light of comments by Brazil's president against Israel's operation in Gaza.
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Israel's Allies 2023 - Creating a diplomatic Iron Dome
Since October 7th, our network of 1,500+ legislators worldwide have worked to create a diplomatic Iron Dome to stand with Israel. Across North and South America, to Europe, across Africa and Oceania, Israel's allies have spoken out boldly for Israel. This faith-based diplomatic effort led to...
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JPOST: Bishop Mulinge calls for African Nations to move embassies to Jerusalem
On a solidarity tour, Africa-Israel Initiative leaders say the Bible-believing population stands with Israel.
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JNS: Swiss parliament moves to stop funding UNRWA
The Swiss National Council voted on Tuesday to cut funding to the United Nations Relief and Works Agency (UNRWA) amid mounting international concerns over the group’s activities in Gaza.
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JPOST: South Sudanese MPs call for country to move embassy to Jerusalem
A letter penned by members of the South Sudan parliament condemns Hamas while calling on the South Sudan government to move its embassy from Tel Aviv to Jerusalem in support of Israel.
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JNS: Knesset’s Christian Allies Caucus calls to dismantle UNRWA
The U.N. agency was created to perpetuate the conflict, MK Sharren Haskel tells E.U. lawmakers.
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JPOST: 'No peace in the shadow of radicalization'
EU's Israel Allies Caucus to hold conference on radicalization in Palestinian-Israeli conflict
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Arutz Sheva: EU Israel Allies Caucus holds conference on radicalization in Arab-Israeli conflict
Knesset Christian Allies Caucus addresses conference about ways to combat radicalization and antisemitism at the European Parliament.
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JNS: Czech MPs in global push to move embassies to Jerusalem
We want to express our will to stand on the right side of this legal battle and to overturn the false legal arguments,” said Czech MP Miloslav Janulík.
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JPOST: Czech MPs seek global recognition for Jerusalem as Israel's capital
"At this time, Israel should feel the power of international solidarity in practical actions," said Israel Allies Foundation (IAF) Czech Republic Country Director Karel Sedláček.
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JPOST: US Congressmen call for weekend of prayer for people of Israel
The resolution outlines the "unprovoked, premeditated, and barbaric attack carried out by the Iran-backed terrorist group Hamas."
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Arutz Sheva: Israel solidarity reception held on Capitol Hill
Addressing the crowd, which included family members of October 7th terror victims and hostages, CIAC Co-Chairs, Reps. Brad Sherman (CA-32), Doug Lamborn (CO-05), Brad Schneider (IL-10), and Chris Smith (NJ-10)
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JPOST: Democratic Congressman - No ceasefire until Hamas is eliminated
"Ultimately, we have to do the job - to see the Middle East without Hamas," Congressman Brad Sherman, co-chair of the Congressional Israel Allies Caucus, said.
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JPOST: Eitan Neishlos gives emotional testimony about Oct 7, global antisemitism
Neishlos, whose grandparents survived the Holocaust, told the audience of Congresspeople, Israeli representatives, and Jewish and Christian leaders of growing up as a grandson of Holocaust survivors.
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Congressman Lamborn Introduces Bipartisan Resolution Urging Congress to Provide Israel with Interceptor Missiles
Congressional Israel Allies Caucus Co-Chair Congressman Doug Lamborn co-led the introduction of a bipartisan House Resolution affirming Congress’ intent to provide Israel with sufficient material to defend itself against rocket strikes from Hamas and its other proxy groups.
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JNS: European lawmakers call for Iran sanctions over Hamas attack
Legislators in 19 European countries have called to "snap back" E.U. sanctions on Iran over its "state-sponsored terrorism and war crimes against Israel."
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Politico: Bipartisan group targets Turkey
A bipartisan group of more than 40 lawmakers from the Hellenic Caucus, Armenian Caucus, Israel Allies Caucus and Congressional Hellenic Israel Alliance Caucus sent a letter Thursday to Secretary of State Antony Blinken demanding the department hold the Turkish government accountable for supporting the operations of Hamas.
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JNS: Christian lawmakers offer open-ended support for Israel
Israel has a duty to take appropriate measures to ensure the security of its people for as long as necessary, the legislators from 30 nations said.
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JPOST: Global Christian lawmakers unite in solidarity with Israel
Israel Allies Caucus Chairmen called upon the global community to demonstrate unwavering solidarity with Israel for as long as necessary.
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Arutz Sheva: Israel Allies Caucuses worldwide release statement of support for Israel
Chairmen of Israel Allies Caucuses in over 30 countries worldwide declare staunch support for Israel’s ongoing “Swords of Iron” operation.
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FOX NEWS: GOP rep calls on Biden to help evacuate Americans stranded in Israel after Hamas attack: 'Immediate priority'
Co-Chair of the Congressional Israel Allies Caucus Rep. Chris Smith sent an urgent letter to the White House on Monday night calling on the administration to secure the evacuation of American citizens stranded in Israel amid a Hamas terror attack that killed over 1,000 Israelis.
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JNS: Congressional Israel Allies Caucus pledges support following Hamas assault
“We are united in our bipartisan commitment to ensure the U.S. Congress continues to stand alongside our closest ally in the Middle East," said the IAC.
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Statement from the Chairs of the Israel Allies Caucus on Today's Invasion
The Chairs of the Congressional Israel Allies Caucus released a statement condemning Hamas and supporting Israel's right to self defense.
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JNS: Pompeo tops list of Israel’s Christian allies
The Washington-based advocacy group Israel Allies Foundation releases the list annually.
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JPOST: Mike Pompeo named top Christian ally of Israel for 2023 - exclusive
No. 2 on the Israel Allies Foundation list is Brazil’s 38th president, Jair Bolsonaro, followed by Pastor Larry and Tiz Huch.
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Arutz Sheva: Israel’s top 50 Christian allies
Israel Allies Foundation names the top 50 Christian leaders who have contributed to the Jewish State.
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JPOST: New Moldova Christian caucus launches to support Jerusalem
Leo van Doesburg said that Moldova's "commitment to strengthening ties with Israel sets a positive example for other countries in Europe and the rest of the world."
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JNS: Paraguay poised to return embassy to Jerusalem
Paraguay poised to make an official announcement to move Embassy after the president-elect is sworn in next week.
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JNS: African-American Christians seek to fulfill MLK’s dream in Israel
“We are fulfilling the dream of Dr. Martin Luther King to bring African Americans to Israel,” said Cathelean Steele, national project coordinator at the Atlanta-based Southern Christian Leadership Conference.
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AP: Crowded GOP field vies for the Christian Zionist vote as Israel’s rightward shift spurs protests
When John McCain was the Republican presidential nominee in 2008, he was forced to reject megachurch pastor John Hagee’s endorsement after a sermon surfaced that was derided as antisemitic.
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Arutz Sheva: Israel Allies legislators gather in Europe to combat labeling regulations
Chairmen of Israel Allies Caucuses throughout Europe gather to strategize about combating EU regulations on labeling products from Judea, Samaria, Jerusalem, and the Golan Heights.
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JNS: European lawmakers: EU labeling policy is antisemitic
The directive states that any goods made in areas that Israel won in the 1967 Six-Day War cannot be labeled as “made in Israel.”
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JPost: First celebration of Jerusalem day took place in Canadian Parliament
"Israel is a symbol of freedom, resilience and hope to millions who wish to see the peaceful coexistence of all peoples in Israel," said MP Dr. Leslyn Lewis
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JNS: ‘Willful ignorance the most powerful weapon against Israel’
"We are not foreigners in our home,” Israel's diaspora affairs minister tells pro-Israel Canadian parliamentarians in Ottawa.
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Arutz Sheva: First-ever celebration of Jerusalem Day in Canadian Parliament
Minister Amichai Chikli joins Canadian Parliamentary Israel Allies Caucus for Jerusalem Day celebration.
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JPost: Bipartisan event fetes united Jerusalem in US Congress
The Congressional Israeli Allies Caucus Caucus Co-Chair Rep. Brad Schneider, a member of Biden’s party, said that he is “proud to celebrate Jerusalem Day."
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JNS: Israel’s intelligence minister: More Arab states want to make peace
“The dynamics are changing and regional peace is tangible,” Gila Gamliel tells lawmakers on Capitol Hill.
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Arutz Sheva: Congressional Israel Allies Caucus Celebrates Jerusalem Day on Capitol Hill
The Congressional Israel Allies Caucus held its annual commemoration of Jerusalem Day on Capitol Hill, which celebrates the reunification of Jerusalem under Israeli sovereignty. The event was held in cooperation with the International Christian Embassy Jerusalem and American Christian Leaders for Israel.
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JPOST: Israel Allies Foundation president gets honorary doctorate in Guatemala
Country celebrated “National Friendship Day Between Guatemala and Israel” this week.
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JNS: Guatemalan foreign minister pledges country will be Israel’s best Latin American ally
Pro-Israel activist receives honorary doctorate in recognition of his work in faith-based diplomacy.
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Arutz Sheva: Israel celebration held in Guatemalan congress
Israel Allies President Josh Reinstein receives honorary doctorate from Guatemalan University in recognition of his diplomacy for Israel.
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JPOST: Knesset members relaunch Christian Allies Caucus in Israeli parliament
The cohort includes MKs who have been involved in previous years as well as new recruits. It's co-chaired by MKs Edelstein and Haskel and consists of representatives from various parties.
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Arutz Sheva: Christian Allies Caucus launches operations in 25th Knesset
The KCAC works to forge direct lines of communication between MKs and Christian leaders, and political representatives throughout the world.
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JNS: Israel’s relations with Christian world a ‘strategic imperative’
The Fijian president is expected to open his country's embassy in Jerusalem in the fall.
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CBN: Knesset Christian Allies Caucus Reconvenes for Israel’s Diamond Anniversary
This week, members of Israel’s Knesset and Christian leaders representing millions of Christians around the world met in Israel's parliament. The historic collaboration is having an impact on nations around the world.
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JPOST: Israeli MK takes part in Berlin March of Life, commemorates Holocaust
MK Matan Kahana gave a keynote speech and also met with German Bundestag MPs known for their commitment to Israel and Jewish life in Germany.
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JNS: Lawmakers at European Parliament speak out against antisemitism
European Parliament member Niclas Herbst of Germany said the rising scourge is “a threat not just for the Jewish people, but a poison for our society, our values and our democracy.”
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JPOST: European legislators host conference to fight antisemitism
“It is important that the European Union takes the fight against antisemitism seriously,” said Bert-Jan Ruissen, who also represents the Israel Allies Foundation (IAF) in the European parliament.
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JNS: Huckabee honored for support of Israel
The former Arkansas governor was awarded the Israel Allies Award by the Israel Allies Foundation at a gala event in Miami.
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JPOST: Former Arkansas Gov. Mike Huckabee honored by Israel Allies Foundation
Arkansas’s 44th governor is honored in front of hundreds of Christian and Jewish leaders at the Israel Allies Foundation Gala held in Miami.
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JNS: Latin American legislators pledge support for Israel, urge adoption of IHRA definition of antisemitism
“Jews and Christians working together to promote support for Israel and Judeo-Christian values can make a real impact across the globe,” says Guatemalan foreign minister.
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JNS: Canadian lawmaker vows to defend Israel, Jews
Leslyn Lewis, chair of the Canadian Parliamentary Israel Allies Caucus, said Israel's existence is at the cornerstone of her faith as a Christian.
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JNS: U.S. lawmakers urge world leaders to terminate anti-Israel UN bodies
Congressional Israel Allies Caucus members call on 27 countries to help shutter organizations that exist solely to delegitimize the Jewish state.
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JNS: Stephen Harper gets Israel Allies Award for ‘faith-based diplomacy’
“I am proud to continue to use my voice in support of the State of Israel, while addressing and forcefully denouncing the ongoing and very worrisome rise of anti-Semitism,” Harper said.
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JPOST: Former Canadian PM Stephen Harper honored by Israel Allies Foundation
“Under former Prime Minister [Stephen] Harper's leadership, Canada showed the world what it means to stand up for what's right,” Israel's ambassador to the United Nations, Gilad Erdan, said.
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Arutz Sheva: Former Canadian PM Stephen Harper receives Israel Allies Award
Canada’s 22nd Prime Minister, The Right Honorable Stephen J. Harper, is honored in front of hundreds of Christian and Jewish leaders at a pro-Israel event held at the Canada Christian College.
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Arutz Sheva: Israel’s top 50 Christian allies
In honor of Sukkot (the Festival of Tabernacles), the Israel Allies Foundation (IAF) published its annual list of Israel’s Top 50 Christian Allies.
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Breitbart: New Beginnings’ Larry Huch Ranks Top Christian Allies to Israel in the World
Pastor Larry Huch of the Texas-based New Beginnings mega-church topped the third annual list of Israel’s Top 50 Christian Allies, released Sunday by the Israel Allies Foundation in honor of the Jewish Sukkot holiday beginning the same evening.
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JNS: Pastor Larry Huch is No. 1 on the 2022 ‘Top 50 Christian Allies’ list
The allies include Hollywood stars and politicians, from Pat Boone and Chuck Norris to Stephen Harper and Nikki Haley.
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IAF Executive Director Mark Milosch travels to Poland on fact-finding delegation on Polish-Israel relations
Mark Milosch, Executive Director of the IAF, traveled to Poland on a fact-finding delegation organized by the Polish Embassy in Washington DC. The delegation inquired into Poland’s relationship with Israel and its support for the revival of Jewish life in Poland.
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Israel Allies participated at the Central America Forum for Israel in Panama
Israel Allies Foundation Latin America Director Leopoldo Martinez participated in the Central America Forum for Israel in Panama City, Panama, organized by the Combat Anti-Semitism Movement (CAM) and co-sponsored by B’nai B’rith International. Israel Allies Foundation was a proud partner of the event.
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JNS: Guatemalan Congressional Israel Allies Caucus marks fifth anniversary
“[We are] honored to be part of this great story between these two countries, working in coordination with legislators whose support for Israel stems from their Judeo-Christian values,” said Israel Allies Foundation Latin America director Leopoldo Martinez.
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JPOST: US Congress members celebrate Jerusalem Day on Capitol Hill
The Congressional Israel Allies Caucus and its 60+ members have met annually to mark Jerusalem Day since 2006, when the Pro-Israel caucus was established.
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Arutz Sheva: European Israel Allies Caucuses celebrate Jerusalem Day together
Legislators of the Czech and Slovak Parliaments met in the House of Deputies in Prague to celebrate 55 years since the reunification of Jerusalem
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JPOST: Christians march through Berlin: 'For peace, against antisemitism'
Descendants of Holocaust survivors walked together with the descendants of Nazi perpetrators.
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JPOST: 32 Guatemalan streets, plazas named ‘Jerusalem’ since embassy move
“The people are with Israel,” said Congressman Dr. Fidel Reyes Lee.
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Arutz Sheva: Knesset Christian Allies Caucus commemorates Yom Hashoah in Berlin
One thousand Jews and Christians marched through Berlin under the motto "From the Heart and on Foot - for Peace, against Antisemitism."
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JPOST: Colombian senator to 'Post' - Christianity is Judaism for gentiles
Meet Colombia's first-known Jewish senator, Edgar Palacio Mizrahi.
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JPOST: Malawi president plans to move embassy to Jerusalem, MP tells ‘Post’
Christian MP Joyce Chitsulo was in Israel on an Israel Allies Foundation Chairmen's Conference trip.
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CBN: The Israel Allies Foundation is Putting Christian Diplomacy in Action Across the Globe
Israel often finds itself outnumbered in international arenas like the UN. Now, one group is trying to level the playing field. The biggest political conference here since the pandemic brought together members of parliament and international supporters of Israel.
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JNS: ‘Strongest weapon’ in Israel’s arsenal: Faith-based diplomacy
“The question of Jerusalem is not a political matter. It is a biblical issue,” says Knesset member Gila Gamliel.
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JPOST: Christian parliamentarians give Lapid resolution to support IHRA
Christian Parliamentarians attending IAF Chairman's Conference present resolution to Lapid during a meeting organized by the Israel Allies Foundation.
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Arutz Sheva: Parliament members from around the world sign declaration supporting Jerusalem
'There is no need to be a pessimist. You just have to do the right thing,' MK Yuli Edelstein tells visiting MPs from around the world.
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JPOST: Christian MPs - Israel's sovereign right to build in Jerusalem
"There is one Jerusalem: the united, eternal capital of the State of Israel.”
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JPOST: Yuli Edelstein calls on Christian MPs to lobby against Iran deal
"This is the road to hell," the MK said of the Iranian nuclear deal.
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JPOST: Ukraine war shows need for Israel to have friends, MK says
Knesset Christian Allies Caucus launched for 18th year
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JNS: Knesset Christian Allies Caucus aims to bridge Israel’s political divide
In strengthening ties between the legislature and Israel’s Christian friends, the caucus can “demonstrate that we have common denominators when it comes to security and other issues,” says former Knesset Speaker MK Yuli Edelstein.
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Arutz Sheva: Knesset Christian Allies Caucus Hosts Launch event in the Knesset
MKs Yuli Edelstein and Sharren Haskel host celebratory event to strengthen ties with Christian leaders
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IAF Mourns the Passing of Bishop Scott Mwanza
The Israel Allies Foundation mourns the passing of Bishop Scott Mwanza.
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JNS: Congressional Israel Allies Caucus co-chairs criticize Amnesty report on Israel
“This sort of rhetoric won’t do anything to solve the underlying problems and only gives talking points to radical extremists,” stated Reps. Doug Lamborn (R-Colo.) and Steve Chabot (R-Ohio).
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JNS: PA prime minister urges African Union to withdraw Israel’s accreditation
A vote on the issue was deferred until next year’s assembly and, in the meantime, a committee was formed to examine Israel’s standing.
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JNS: Legislators of Israel Allies Caucus meet on applying IHRA definition of anti-Semitism
In honor of International Holocaust Remembrance Day, legislators worldwide commit to combat anti-Semitism and stand with Israel.
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JNS: Legislators of Israel Allies Caucus meet on applying IHRA definition of anti-Semitism
“We have a responsibility to fight anti-Semitism with all the tools available to us,” said U.S. Congressional Israel Allies Caucus co-chair Chris Smith.
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JPOST: Levy meets with Olaf Scholz; Herzog to address Holocaust event in Bahrain
Meanwhile, parliamentarians from the Israel Allies network will gather online for a conference on the adoption and implementation of the International Holocaust Remembrance Alliance working definition of antisemitism...
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JPOST: What is antisemitism? Legislators from around world to discuss definition
MK Wasserman Lande: "Those who delegitimize the only Jewish homeland are discriminating against the Jewish people by denying their right to self-determination.“
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Arutz Sheva: Knesset Christian Allies Caucus to join ‘Road to Peace’ Conference in Brussels
ECPM and IAF to Host Members of Knesset from the KCAC and Members of the European Union to discuss EU-Israel relations.
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JPOST: MKs, German leaders mark date of Kristallnacht
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JPOST: Christians from Africa to gather at Foreign Ministry in support of Israel
Congolese Parliamentary Israel Allies Caucus together with others organize an event supporting Congo President Felix Tshisekedi after he announced plans to open a diplomatic and trade office in Jerusalem.
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JNS: Israeli ambassador Erdan: Christian allies of Israel are ‘Iron Dome of truth’ for Jewish state
Former Vice President Mike Pence addressed hundreds of Christian supporters at the Israel Allies Foundation Gala Awards in Texas, where he criticized the Biden administration and progressive Democrats in Congress for eroding bipartisan support for Israel.
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The Jewish Voice: Former VP Mike Pence Addresses Israel Allies Foundation Gala Dinner in Dallas
Former U.S Vice President Mike Pence addressed hundreds of Christian supporters of Israel at the Israel Allies Foundation (IAF) Gala Awards Dinner on Wednesday evening, October 6th, in the Dallas-Forth Worth area of Texas. In his powerful address, Pence said, “We stand with Israel for the same reason that the American people have always stood with Israel. We stand with Israel because her cause is our cause, her fight is our fight, because we believe in right over wrong, in good over evil.”
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Arutz Sheva: Amb. Erdan: You're our 'Iron Dome' in the US
Israeli Ambassador to the US addresses annual Israel Allies Foundation Gala after meeting former Vice President Mike Pence.
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Arutz Sheva: Erdan to meet former VP Pence, former President Bush on Texas visit
Israel's Ambassador to the US and UN Gilad Erdan is visiting Texas where he will hold a number of working meetings.
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Breitbart: Pence, Haley, Pompeo Rank as Top Christian Allies to Israel in the World
Former Vice President Mike Pence topped the second annual list of Israel’s Top 50 Christian Allies, released Tuesday by the Israel Allies Foundation in honor of the Jewish Sukkot holiday.
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Arutz Sheva: Israel’s Top 50 Christian Allies
Israel Allies Foundation names the top 50 Christian leaders who have contributed to the Jewish State in 2021. Former US VP Mike Pence tops the list.
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JNS: ‘Israel’s Top 50 Christian allies’
Israel Allies Foundation names the top 50 Christian leaders to contribute to the Jewish state in 2021.
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JPOST: Mike Pence named No. 1 on 2021 list of Israel’s ‘Top Christian Allies’
The Israel Allies Foundation celebrated Christian pastors, politicians, organizational leaders and businessmen who love the Jewish state.
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JPOST: Christian Zionists honor Gila Gamliel with ‘Lifetime Achievement Award’
The All Nations Convocations organization has brought hundreds of Bible-believing Christian members of parliament to Israel from more than 100 countries each year for the past 17 years.
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Arutz Sheva: Knesset Christian Allies Caucus launches in the 24th Knesset
MK Yuli Edelstein joins MK Sharren Haskel as new co-chair of the Knesset Christian Allies Caucus.
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CBN: Honduras Moves Its Embassy to Jerusalem on 'Historic' Day
Honduras became the fourth country to move its embassy to Jerusalem on Thursday. Many see this as a positive sign that more countries will also recognize Jerusalem as the capital of the Jewish State.
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JNS: Why is young evangelical support for Israel eroding?
“We have a serious education problem in the evangelical church. Too many people just don’t know a lot about any given subject. They’re smart, but they’re starved for information because their pastor is hawking his latest book from the pulpit on Sunday morning, instead of explaining serious issues,” says researcher and writer Jim Fletcher.
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Arutz Sheva: Israel allies united against Hamas
Members of Parliament issue joint statement supporting Israel’s defensive measures.
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JPOST: "Christian parliamentarians call on the international community to condemn Hamas attacks"
This JPOST article reports on Evangelical support for Israel including the ICEJ sending support for bomb shelters and the IAF network of caucuses releasing a statement condemning Hamas.
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Congressional Israel Allies Caucus Members Statements Against Hamas Violence
Co-Chairs and Members of the Congressional Israel Allies Caucus issued multiples statements condemning the recent violence against Israeli civilians.
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Arutz Sheva: Parliaments of Czech and Slovak Republic initiate recognition of Jerusalem Day
Parliamentary Israel Allies Caucuses in Czech and Slovak Republics hold inaugural Jerusalem Day celebration.
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Arutz Sheva: Israel Allies Caucus legislators support Israel against ICC investigation
Chairmen of Israel Allies Caucuses publish statement against ICC ruling.
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JNS: Faith-based legislators lobby governments against ICC war-crimes probe of Israel
“We’re seeing incredible support from Eastern Europe, but some of the Western European countries have really taken a harsh stance,” said Josh Reinstein, head of the Israel Allies Foundation and the Knesset Christian Allies Caucus. “We’re not going to let the Jewish state be singled out.”
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JPOST: Israel Allies Caucus legislators support Israel against ICC probe
Chairmen of Israel Allies Caucuses worldwide reject investigation for lack of legal basis
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JPOST: Pro-Israel European politicians gather for online conference on Jerusalem
“We have been able to unite pro-Israel parliamentarians around the world and form one global voice in support of preserving the unity of Jerusalem.”
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Arutz Sheva: Israel Allies parliamentarians in Europe host online conference on Jerusalem
European lawmakers express support for a united Jerusalem as the capital of Israel in recent online event.
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JPOST: Leaders from 10 African countries gathered online by Israel Allies Caucus
The IAF organized a briefing with Palestinian Media Watch for African Parliamentarians of Israel Allies Caucuses about the goals of the Palestinian Authority, exposing the messages it conveys to Palestinian adults and children.
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Forward: Israeli environmentalist nominated for Nobel Peace Prize by more than a dozen countries
Yosef Abramowitz has been nominated for the 2021 Nobel Peace Prize for his groundbreaking work bringing solar power to the African continent. Bishop Scott Mwanza, the Africa Director for the Israel Allies Foundation, organized support for Abramowitz’s nomination.
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JNS: Top 40 Latin American pro-Israel advocates and leaders
The IAF's Latin America Director Leopoldo Martinez, together with Colombian Israel Allies Caucus Co-Chairs Senator Edgar Palacio Mizrachi and Senator Paloma Valencia, and Guatemalan Congressman Fidel Reyes Lee, were included in the JNS's "Top 40 Latin American pro-Israel advocates and leaders" this week.
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JPOST: Latin American supporters of Israel gather for virtual conference
The Israel Allies Foundation (IAF) organized on Tuesday a virtual conference gathering over 20 Spanish-speaking government officials who are all members of the Israel Allies Caucus in their country’s parliament that aims at strengthening the ties between their country and Israel.
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Arutz Sheva: Czech Parliamentary Israel Allies Caucus holds inaugural meeting
Knesset Christian Allies Caucus MK Cotler-Wunsh addresses Czech Republic MPs during first meeting of pro-Israel parliamentary caucus.
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JPOST: Czech Israel Allies Caucus meets with MK Michal Cotler-Wunsh
The Czech Republic's Parliamentary Israel Allies Caucus held its inaugural meeting with Knesset member Michal Cotler-Wunsh on Thursday, which included representatives from four different Czech political parties who share pro-Israel sentiment.
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Thanking Retiring Rep. Eliot Engel for Decades of Support for Israel
Rep. Eliot Engel served as Co-Chairman of the Congressional Israel Allies Caucus from 2007 to the swearing-in of the new Congress this week.
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JNS: African Parliamentarians Gather for Israel Allies Foundation’s Africa Conference
Israel Allies Caucus parliamentarians throughout Africa discuss strengthening ties with Israel.
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JPOST: 16 African country lawmakers discuss strengthening ties with Israel
Those who participated in the conference are Chairmen or members of the Israel Allies Caucus in their respective countries.
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JNS: Honduras becomes 50th country to form Parliamentary Israel Allies Caucus
It joins a network that mobilizes support for Israel based on shared Judeo-Christian values, a movement that the Israel Allies Foundation calls “faith-based diplomacy.”
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JPOST: Canadian Christian groups hold online event advocating for Israel
"Only in this way, will we be able to create sustainable long-lasting peace – not only for Canada and Israel, not only for Jews and Christians, but for the world at large," said MK Cotler-Wunsh.
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Arutz Sheva: Parliamentary Israel Allies Caucuses formed in 50 countries
The Israel Allies Foundation (IAF) achieves its goal to reach 50 countries by end of 2020.
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CIAC Co-Chair Rep. Lamborn Calls for Declassification of Obama Era UNWRA Report
Congressional Israel Allies Caucus Co-Chair Rep. Doug Lamborn and Member Rep. Jeff Duncan call on the President to declassify an Obama area report on UNRWA's assistance to Palestinians.
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JPOST: Israel Allies Caucus No. 50 established in Honduras
The new caucuses were set up in Honduras, Central Africa Republic, South Sudan and Cameroon. Honduras agreed to set up the caucus on Tuesday evening.
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JPOST: Czech Republic launches parliamentary Israel Allies Caucus
"Faith-based diplomacy is the secret ingredient to the strong support which Israel now enjoys across the globe," Israel Allies Foundation president Josh Reinstein said.
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Rep. Doug Lamborn: Career bureaucrats are undermining Israel's global standing
In his recent article published by Israel HaYom, Congressional Israel Allies Caucus Co-Chair Rep. Doug Lamborn calls out career bureaucrats' bias in the State Department.
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JNS Releases Top 40 Global Advocates for Israel Online
In compiling this list, which is by no means exhaustive (or ranked), JNS has sought to include individuals from all walks of life, from around the world, and both Jews and non-Jews alike.
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The Jerusalem Report: Josh Reinstein discusses his new book and the US election
No leader in US history has been as supportive of Israel as Donald Trump, according to Josh Reinstein, director of the Knesset Christian Allies Caucus (KCAC) and president of the Israel Allies Foundation (IAF).
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Breitbart: Christian Advisor to Trump Paula White-Cain Tops List of Israel’s Allies
Spiritual advisor to President Donald Trump, Pastor Paula White-Cain, topped the first annual list of Israel’s Top 50 Christian Allies, released Thursday by the Israel Allies Foundation (IAF) in honor of the upcoming Jewish festival of Sukkot.
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JPOST: Rev. Paula White tops new list of Israel’s ‘Top 50 Christian Allies’
The Israel Allies Foundation on Thursday published its list of the “Top 50 Christian Allies” in honor of Sukkot. The list is topped by Rev. Paula White, the adviser to the White House on Faith & Opportunity Initiatives.
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Press Release: IAF Releases List of Israel’s Top 50 Christian Allies
The Israel Allies Foundation released its first annual list of the top 50 Christian leaders who have contributed to the Jewish State in honor of Sukkot, the Feast of Tabernacles.
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JPOST: Madagascar initiates Parliamentary Israel Allies Caucus
The new caucus will be joining the Israel Allies Foundation’s (IAF) international network of pro-Israel caucuses.
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JPOST: New book 'Titus, Trump and the Triumph of Israel' breaks pre-sale record
Titus, Trump and the Triumph of Israel, Josh Reinstein’s new book which is set to be released on September 1, has already broken its publisher’s pre-sale record.
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Algemeiner: Exploring Titus, Trump and the Triumph of Israel
The fact of the Jewish people coming back to live in Israel after thousands of years in exile is based on something far more meaningful than any Partition Plan, any arbitrary division of land, or any political decision that granted Jewish survivors of World War II a place of refuge.
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JPOST: Palestinians slam congressman over call to impose sanctions on PA leaders
Palestinians on Sunday condemned Rep. Doug Lamborn (R-CO) for demanding that the US impose personal sanctions on Palestinian Authority President Mahmoud Abbas and other senior PA officials.
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KCAC Relaunch Video & News
Learn more about who joined us as the Knesset Christian Allies Caucus celebrated its relaunch at the Friends of Zion Museum in Jerusalem.
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JPOST: Congressman calls for PA official to be blacklisted as sponsor of terror
“This vile practice must end, and your administration has the courage and moral clarity to do it.”
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Israel HaYom: Knesset Christian Allies Caucus celebrates faith-based diplomacy
KCAC Chair MK Sharren Haskel: Faith-based diplomacy is the strongest weapon we have in the arsenal of international Israel advocacy.
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Arutz Sheva: Pompeo - Proud to stand by our brothers and sisters in Israel
US Sec. of State participated in relaunch of the Christian Allies Caucus and said that the countries "have never been closer than today"...
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Arutz Sheva: Netanyahu - Enhance partnership with Christian allies
Prime Minister spoke to participants of the relaunch of the Knesset Christian Allies Caucus. Watch it here.
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JPOST: Guaidó’s Venezuela wants embassy in Jerusalem, ambassador says
Virtual embassy to Israel to open next week in lieu of physical presence. Venezuela under Acting President Juan Guaidó’s wants to set up an embassy in Jerusalem, its ambassador to Israel Rabbi Pynchas Brener told The Jerusalem Post on Monday, as members of Guaidó’s party and others formed a pro-Israel caucus in the Venezuelan national assembly.
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Jewish Press: Friends of Zion to Celebrate Relaunch of Knesset Christian Allies Caucus
The Knesset Christian Allies Caucus (KCAC) will, on Tuesday, July 28, at 6 PM Israel time, hold its official relaunch for the 23rd Knesset at the Friends of Zion Ambassador Institute (see below for details). The event will be live streamed...
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JPOST: 20 MPs from Europe, Latin America, Africa sign pro-annexation letter
The signatories, who are leaders of the Israel Allies Caucuses in their countries, signed the letter on the date when Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu is allowed to bring annexation to the Knesset.
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JPOST: MEPs call for further investigations into EU funding of Palestinian terror
The PA passes around €200 million Euros received from the EU on to the PLO annually, which in turn distributes some of the money to terror groups.
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JNS: Jewish state’s Christian allies emphasize support ahead of sovereignty plan
“Faith-based diplomacy is the most important weapon we have in our arsenal today,” said Josh Reinstein, president of the Israel Allies Foundation.
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JPOST: Christian leaders from Latin America, Europe praise Jerusalem Day
Parliamentarians from Latin America and Europe have sent letters to President Reuven Rivlin congratulating the Jewish people and the State of Israel on Jerusalem Day.
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JPOST: Democrat, Republican lawmakers say happy 72 to Israel
"Yom Ha’atzmaut is the fulfillment of a millennia-old divine promise inspiring not only Israelis but millions of believers around the world of God’s fidelity to His promises.”
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JPOST: New Israel Allies Caucus formed in Africa on pro-Judeo-Christian values
Three new Israel Allies caucuses have been formed in Africa by the Israel Allies Foundation (IAF). Each of the new caucuses are chaired by a leading parliamentarian, passionate about strengthening legislative support for Israel on the basis of Judeo-Christian values.
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JPOST: Israel Allies Foundation names first African regional director
Bishop Scott Mwanza will help mobilize support for Israel through faith-based diplomacy.
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JPOST: Lawfare Project, Israel Allies team up to fight BDS product labeling
The Lawfare Project and Israel Allies Foundation are collaborating to fight the enactment of BDS measures in the European Court of Justice, which would require products from "disputed" Israeli territories to be labeled.
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Israel Allies Impact Report: Latin America
The Israel Allies network in Latin America continues to expand. We are increasingly becoming the go-to resource for issues related to Israel. A growing number of Parliamentarians are traveling with us to Israel each year to gain first-hand experience in the country, enabling them to more effectively defend and stand for the Jewish State back in their home countries.
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Jerusalem Chairman's Conference 2019
Twenty-five Members of Parliament from 21 nations came up to Jerusalem for the 2019 Jerusalem Chairman's Conference from December 8-10.
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JPOST: Trump signs executive order to fight antisemitism on US campuses
Title VI prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, color or and national origin in programs and activities receiving federal financial assistance.
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JNS: International faith-based group sees Israel up close and personal
Much of the three-day Israel Allies Foundation’s (IAF) annual Chairman’s Conference focused on combating the recent European Court of Justice ruling calling for the labeling of Jewish products from Judea and Samaria as being made in “Israeli settlements,” as opposed to “Made in Israel.”
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JPOST: Israel Allies Foundation heading to Brussels to discuss EU relations
The specified topics of the event will focus on improving trade relations between the two state entities and examining the two-decade-old agreement that still stands today.
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Israel National News: Worldwide Pro-Israel MP's to gather in Jerusalem
Delegation of 25 MPs from around the world to visit Jerusalem to participate in the annual conference of the 'Israel Allies Foundation'
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The Jewish Press: 25 International Lawmakers in Conference of Israel Allies Foundation
Parliamentarians from around the world, including the opposition Foreign Minister of Venezuela, the Population Minister of Estonia...
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WSJ: Pompeo Busts the ‘Occupation’ Myth
Israeli settlements in the West Bank do not violate international law. That is now America’s official view, announced Monday by Secretary of State Mike Pompeo.
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IAF Honors Long-Time Supporter C.R. "Dick" Saulsbury
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Israel Allies Foundation to Honor Dick Saulsbury
The Israel Allies Foundation is having a gala awards dinner in honor of C.R. “Dick” Saulsbury at 6 p.m. Thursday at the Odessa Country Club.
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Algemeiner: ‘Israel’s Enemies Are Guatemala’s Enemies,’ Leading Presidential Candidate Says
Alejandro Giammattei pledged that close bilateral relations with Israel would be a top foreign policy priority...
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JPOST: Guatemalan Presidential Hopeful - Israel’s Enemy Is Guatemala’s Enemy
“He who is Israel’s enemy is Guatemala’s enemy,” said presidential hopeful Alejandro Giammattei...
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JPOST: Delegation of Colombian leaders in Israel as Latin American support spikes
Some 40 Evangelical Christians from Colombia are in Israel this week for a diplomatic and spiritual mission. The group, run by Pastor Raul Rubio Garzon with the participation of Senator Edgar Palacio Mizrahi, is touring the country and building ties.
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JPOST: Israelis, Romanians Strengthen Ties on Interfaith Diplomacy Mission
An Israeli delegation travelled to Bucharest, Romania on Tuesday seeking to strengthen ties with the Romanian government...