American Jewish Committee (AJC) has presented veteran diplomat Nickolay Mladenov with the AJC Madeline and Bruce M. Ramer Award for Diplomatic Excellence in recognition of his decades of work to advance peace and stability in the Middle East.
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AJC Presents Diplomatic Excellence Award to Board of Peace High Representative Nickolay Mladenov
UNGA is Here. Jewish New Yorkers Owe No Apologies
During United Nations General Assembly (UNGA) High-Level Week, world leaders descend on the city. So do protesters, as conflicts unfolding thousands of miles away spill onto our streets. Israel will again spark some of the loudest demonstrations. Jewish New Yorkers know what that can mean.
A Rare Chance for Peace Between Israel and Lebanon Must Not Be Missed
Lebanese President Joseph Aoun arrived at the White House on Tuesday, the first official visit by a Lebanese president in 17 years. At a time when the Middle East is undergoing profound change, this visit should not be viewed as a routine diplomatic engagement. It represents a rare opportunity to ask a question that has seemed impossible for generations: can Lebanon and Israel finally begin building a different future?
What Every American Should Know About U.S. Aid to Israel
U.S. security aid is particularly important in Israel, the only democracy in the Middle East, which is constantly under attack.
The Americas Are Entering a New Strategic Era — Civil Society Must Help Shape It
The Isaac Accords offer the possibility of redefining trilateral cooperation for a new generation. Their ultimate success will depend not only on presidents and foreign ministers but also on entrepreneurs, investors, universities, civic organizations, and communities willing to transform diplomatic vision into enduring relationships.
AJC and HALC Welcome Senate Foreign Relations Committee Passage of the Eastern Mediterranean Gateway Act
American Jewish Committee (AJC), the global advocacy organization for the Jewish people, and the Hellenic American Leadership Council (HALC) together welcome the Senate Foreign Relations Committee’s passage of the Eastern Mediterranean Gateway Act (S.4443).
Sens. Fetterman and McCormick Call Out Antisemitism Within Their Own Parties, Reaffirm Bipartisan Support for Israel
AJC welcomed Senators Jon Fetterman (D-PA) and Dave McCormick (R-PA) to AJC Global Forum for a bipartisan conversation reflecting on America at 250, the importance of the U.S.-Israel relationship, and growing antisemitism in politics.
The 2026 U.S. and Israeli Elections: What’s at Stake | AJC Global Forum 2026
With pivotal elections approaching in both countries, leading U.S. and Israeli journalists come together on the AJC Global Forum stage to unpack what shifting political dynamics could mean for the U.S.-Israel relationship, global stability, and the fight against antisemitism. From polarization to coalition-building, this session—moderated by Casey Kustin, AJC Chief Impact and Operations Officer—explores what’s changing and why it matters now more than ever.
AJC Global Forum 2026 Monday Plenary: Securing Israel’s Place in the World
At a time of heightened global instability, the AJC Global Forum Monday afternoon plenary examined the forces shaping Israel's security, diplomacy, and future.
San Diego Mayor Todd Gloria Receives the Donald M. Ephraim Global Jewish Advocacy Award
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At AJC Global Forum 2026, San Diego Mayor Todd Gloria was honored with the inaugural Donald M. Ephraim Global Jewish Advocacy Award in recognition of his leadership, partnership, and steadfast support for the Jewish community.
At AJC Global Forum, Israeli President Isaac Herzog Calls for Jewish Unity and Strength
In a moving address from Jerusalem, Israeli President Isaac Herzog speaks to AJC Global Forum 2026, expressing deep gratitude to all advocates standing with Israel and the Jewish people around the world.
Voices of Israeli Resilience: Captivity Survivors Keith and Aviva Siegel | AJC Global Forum 2026
Keith and Aviva Siegel shared their powerful story and expressed their profound gratitude for AJC's tireless advocacy to help secure their return at AJC Global Forum 2026.
AJC Mourns the Passing of Chairman Eliot Engel
American Jewish Committee (AJC) mourns the passing of former Chairman of the House Foreign Affairs Committee Eliot Engel, a steadfast champion of democratic values, U.S. global leadership, and the U.S.-Israel relationship. A close partner to AJC, Engel worked to confront antisemitism, strengthen democratic alliances, and push back against shared threats to the United States and its partners.
AJC Statement on Increasing Violence in the West Bank
American Jewish Committee (AJC) has consistently and unequivocally condemned violent attacks targeting both Israelis and Palestinians that have plagued the West Bank for far too long. These acts are intended to terrorize, destabilize communities, and foreclose the possibility of a more secure future for both peoples. They are morally indefensible and must be treated with equal seriousness.
Democracy Demands Debate — Not a Political Litmus Test
Disagreements about war and peace are as old as American democracy itself. They should be debated vigorously, examined carefully, and decided with the seriousness that questions of life and death demand. But declaring that those who reach a different conclusion simply don’t belong crosses a very different line: It replaces debate with ideological exclusion.
The Long Way Home
The airport is almost empty. Ben Gurion on a normal day is controlled chaos, queues, noise, families with too much luggage, that specific energy of a place where everyone is going somewhere. Today it’s quiet in a way that feels wrong.
What You Need to Know About Hezbollah: The Anti-Israel Terror Group With More Firepower Than Most NATO Militaries
Hezbollah’s arsenal of weapons poses a direct threat to Israeli cities, strategic sites, and civilian population centers and could be activated by the Iran-backed terror group at any time.
AJC Statement on Gov. Gavin Newsom's Comments on Israel
Governor Gavin Newsom’s recent comments about Israel were confusing and problematic.
AJC Statement on Legislation That Could Ban Egalitarian Prayer at Western Wall
The Kotel and its surrounding prayer spaces belong to the entirety of the Jewish people.
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