Israeli Knesset Says “Thank You” to Christians

In early November 2017, as part of the celebration of the 100th anniversary of the Balfour Declaration, the Israeli Knesset (similar to the US Congress) hosted a special gathering to express thanks and gratitude to Christians, recognizing their contributions in the establishment and sustaining of the miracle of Israel. "The State of Israel was established, …

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VP Mike Pence to Address Israeli Knesset

While not extremely rare, it is a privilege reserved for few:  a foreign dignitary speaking before another country's parliament.  Yet, US Vice President Mike Pence is scheduled to address the Israeli Knesset (similar to Congress in the US) on December 18, marking the first time a US official has done so since George W Bush's …

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Arab Israeli: “Israel holds hope for the entire Middle East”

Roughly 1.5 - 2 million (depending upon various statistics) Arabs live in Israel.  Collectively, they are primarily known as Palestinians, as few will identify themselves as Israeli. Israel grants the same freedoms and privileges to Arabs as it does Jews.  Arabs are represented in the Knesset (parliament), hold important government and civil positions (such as …

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Guatemala: Friend of Israel

Recently, Guatemalan President Jimmy Morales and his wife, Hilda Patricia Morales, visited Israel where they were greeted by Israeli President Reuven Rivlin.  President Morales entered office in January and was making his first official visit outside the western hemisphere. During the meeting, President Rivlin expressed appreciation to President Morales and promised Israel's assistance in development and innovation …

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