The creation of a demilitarized Palestinian State is not a gift to the Palestinians. It is a life preserver for a Jewish democratic State of Israel that is secure.

The King of Jordan is a huge ally to us. Why make his life difficult in a way that doesn't achieve the type of result that ultimately we and Israel are looking for, which is a negotiated two-state outcome?

No, they are refugees but it is true that only in the case of Palestinian refugees are second, third, and fourth generation members considered refugees.

Any reference by anyone in that regard would be terribly unfortunate.

With respect to settlements, Mr. Neuer is factually correct.

I just want to thank you and Chairperson Lehtinen and the ranking members for an especially thoughtful and well-run hearing.

There has to be positive reinforcement as well. If you are going to do some good things, there has got to be some reward for it as well.

The joint development of missile defense technologies, all-time-high intelligence-sharing, historic military training exercises, and the recent delivery of the F-35 Joint Strike Fighter all demonstrate the unbreakable bond between us and…

the creation of a demilitarized Palestinian state is not a gift to the Palestinians; rather, it is the only way Israel will remain a Jewish and democratic state.

Continuation of the diplomatic impasse will lead to further violence.

The Quartet calls on the Palestinian Authority to stop incitement of violence, bolster efforts to prevent terrorism, and, importantly, condemn attacks against Israelis.