Strategic Assessment

Israel’s relationship with the United States is one of the most important building components of Israel’s political, security, and economic strategic situation. Israel puts tremendous effort into maintaining and nurturing this relationship, as it has no substitute on the international arena. The alliance and partnership between Israel and the United States are founded on a shared set of values and mutual strategic benefits. This article reviews some of the primary issues on the current US-Israel agenda, and considers measures that Israel might take to bolster the alliance at the political level. It also considers possibilities for stronger ties with the American Jewish community and other population sectors in the United States.