AJC congratulates Reuven Rivlin on his election as President of the State of Israel. He succeeds Shimon Peres, whose seven-year term ends next month.
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AJC Congratulates Israeli President-elect Reuven Rivlin
Senator Menendez to AJC: Palestinian "Unity" Has Consequences
“Palestinians must choose between peace with Israel as a Jewish state and a marriage with Hamas, a terrorist organization,” Senator Robert Menendez declared at the AJC New Jersey Region Annual Meeting.
AJC Hails Israel's Joining EU Horizon 2020
AJC praised the signing of a landmark agreement enabling Israel to participate in the European Commission’s Horizon 2020 research and innovation program.
AJC Statement on Murder of Palestinian Teen, Arrest of Israeli Suspects
AJC commended Israeli authorities for apprehending the suspects in the brutal murder of Muhammed Abu Khieder, while expressing shock and dismay about those who perpetrated such a heinous crime against a Palestinian youth.
AJC Welcomes Modern Language Association Rejection of BDS Measure Targeting Israel
AJC welcomes the Modern Language Association (MLA) membership rejection of a vicious resolution targeting Israel.
American Jewish Committee Reacts to Unfolding Developments in Israel Tied to Proposed Judicial Reform
AJC believes in Israeli democracy and we believe in the Israeli people. We are concerned that continued internal turmoil could lead to violence and may leave Israel vulnerable to external threats. As stalwart friends and unwavering supporters of the democratic State of Israel, AJC urges Israeli leaders to put unity and security over politics and power.
