On Tuesday, November 18, Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman is scheduled to visit the White House for the first time since 2018. The visit comes at a time of renewed regional maneuvering, as the U.S. doubles down on its engagement in the Gulf, deepens ties with traditional partners, and navigates shifting dynamics that will shape the future of Middle East security and diplomacy.
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Unpacking the Saudi White House Visit - AJC Advocacy Anywhere
Justice and Injustice after October 7th - AJC Advocacy Anywhere
The Hon. Professor Irwin Cotler, P.C., O.C., O.Q. Ad.E., Former Minister of Justice and Attorney General of Canada, Canada's first Special Envoy on Combatting Antisemitism and Preserving Holocaust Remembrance, Founder & International Chair, Raoul Wallenberg Centre for Human Rights Moderated by Christen Broecker, Director, AJC’s Jacob Blaustein Institute for the Advancement of Human Rights.
AJC CEO Ted Deutch on ABC News: Hostage Returns and Next Steps on Advancing Middle East Peace
AJC CEO Ted Deutch joins ABC News Live from Israel to discuss the historic return of hostages, President Trump’s speech at the Knesset, and the path toward lasting peace in the Middle East.
AJC CEO Ted Deutch from Israel on MSNBC: Hostage Release, Ceasefire, and the Path to Peace
AJC CEO Ted Deutch joins MSNBC live from Israel to reflect on the emotional return of Israeli hostages from Gaza, the significance of the fragile ceasefire, and what it means for hopes of lasting peace in the Middle East.
AJC CEO Ted Deutch on CNN: The Israel-Hamas Peace Deal and the Path Forward
AJC CEO Ted Deutch joins CNN’s Wolf Blitzer to discuss the U.S.-backed Israel-Hamas peace deal, the release of Israeli hostages, and the 20-point framework for lasting peace.
Fulfilling the Promise of the Abraham Accords - AJC Advocacy Anywhere
Five years after the UAE and the Kingdom of Bahrain, and later the Kingdom of Morocco, normalized relations with Israel – a historic achievement of the first Trump administration – and after nearly two years of war in Gaza, the continued expansion of the Arab-Israeli circle of peace faces popular resistance across the region, even as the logic of Israel’s full integration in the Middle East remains compelling.
Bring Them Home Now - AJC Advocacy Anywhere
Over 700 days after the deadliest attack on Jews since the Holocaust, there are still more than 45 hostages held in captivity by Hamas. At a moment when global attention risks shifting elsewhere, it is more urgent than ever to keep the hostages and their families at the top of the international agenda and press for their immediate release.
AJC’s Abraham Accords 5th Anniversary Commemoration Event
To mark the Abraham Accords’ fifth anniversary, American Jewish Committee’s Center for a New Middle East hosted a special event on Capitol Hill, bringing together a bipartisan group of lawmakers, diplomats, and experts to reflect on the achievements and challenges of the Accords and look toward a more peaceful, integrated region.
Bring Hostage Evyatar David Back Home to Israel
Ilay David shares the gut-wrenching moments leading up to his brother's capture by Hamas terrorists on October 7.
AJC Global Forum 2025 Closing Plenary
At AJC Global Forum 2025 Closing Plenary, we explored the future of the Middle East and the partnerships shaping the region, reflected on 60 years since the Nostra Aetate declaration, a pivotal moment in Catholic-Jewish relations, and heard a special video address from Zambian President H.E. Hakainde Hichilema.
Honoring Israel’s Fallen: Yom HaZikaron at AJC Global Forum 2025
At AJC Global Forum 2025, a profoundly moving session brought together powerful stories of remembrance, resilience, and hope in the wake of October 7.
Nova Festival Survivor Gal Bukshpan Shares a Powerful Story of Survival and Hope
At AJC Global Forum, San Francisco-born Gal Bukshpan delivered a moving firsthand account of surviving the October 7 attack on the Nova Music Festival in Israel—the deadliest music event in history—where Hamas brutally murdered over 350 innocent partygoers and abducted many others into Gaza.
Light Over Darkness: The Power of Israel’s Resilience
In the wake of October 7, 2023, the Israeli people have demonstrated remarkable resilience against unprecedented challenges. The Israeli spirit has been evident in how ordinary people stepped up in extraordinary ways—defending the country, volunteering, donating, and supporting strangers alongside their neighbors.
Yom HaZikaron Tribute: Danielle Aviran Honors Israel’s Fallen at AJC Global Forum 2025
At AJC Global Forum 2025, Danielle Aviran, a member of ACCESS Israel, delivered a profoundly moving tribute in honor of Yom HaZikaron, Israel’s Memorial Day. With deep emotion and clarity, she shared the story of her cousin, Amit Peled, an elite IDF soldier who was killed in battle on October 7 while heroically defending others at the Kissufim military outpost.
AJC Ofir Libshtein Bridge Builder Award: Honoring Laziza Dalil
In a deeply moving moment at AJC Global Forum 2025, the sister of Laziza Dalil accepts a posthumous award honoring her late sister, and reflects on her life, legacy, and enduring impact.
The Future of Peace and Prosperity in the Middle East | AJC Global Forum 2025
At the AJC Global Forum 2025, the Center for a New Middle East hosted a timely and forward-looking business panel: "The Future of Peace and Prosperity in the Middle East." The session explored how economic cooperation, innovation, and regional investment can serve as powerful tools for building long-term peace and stability.
UAE’s Reem Ketait: A Vision for a New Middle East | AJC Global Forum 2025
At AJC Global Forum 2025, Reem Ketait, Deputy Assistant Minister for Political Affairs, Ministry of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation, United Arab Emirates, shared a powerful vision for a more connected, innovative, and peaceful Middle East.
Zambia’s President Hichilema Speaks to AJC Global Forum 2025 | Strengthening U.S.–Israel–Africa Ties
In this powerful address at the AJC Global Forum 2025 in New York, Zambian President Hakainde Hichilema highlights Zambia’s commitment to global partnerships rooted in democracy, innovation, and shared progress.
Matti Friedman Exposes Bias: The Truth Behind Media Coverage of Israel
At AJC Global Forum 2025, Steven Grinspoon, AJC Board of Governors, introduces a powerful lunch session, "Exposing Bias: The Truth Behind Media Coverage of Israel" featuring Matti Friedman. In the wake of October 7, 2023, the coverage of Israel’s self-defense efforts has been marked by distortion, misinformation, and bias.
President Santiago Peña: Standing with Israel and the Jewish People | AJC Global Forum 2025
At AJC Global Forum 2025, President Santiago Peña of Paraguay delivered powerful remarks highlighting his unwavering support for the Jewish people and the State of Israel.
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