September 11 is a day that changed the world forever. We remember the victims and the families who carry their memory. We also honor the first responders whose courage and sacrifice continue to inspire us. Today and every day, we stand in solidarity with the United States and

Gaza's Humanitarian Aid Update - Sept. 10 🚛 Around 170 aid trucks entered Gaza via Kerem Shalom and Zikim. 🛻 310 trucks were distributed by the UN and partners. ⛽️ UN fuel tankers entered to power essential humanitarian systems. 🏨 Over 250 patients and caregivers, mostly

"We believe in same things: freedom, liberty, pursuit of happiness. Israel was founded on the same principles as the United States" In my first interview as Consul General of Israel in Chicago with Sarah Schulte at ABC 7 Chicago, I shared my vision for strengthening Israel’s ties

In his first local interview since arriving in Chicago, Consul General Elad Strohmayer Elad Strohmayer 🎗️ sat down with Sarah Schulte at ABC 7 Chicago to discuss his arrival in Chicago, Israel’s shared values with the United States, and his mission to build bridges with communities across

What an inspiring day! Today, together with our partners at SIP and Iron Nation Fund, we brought together an incredible group of economic stakeholders, business leaders, and friends of Israel for a conversation about resilience, innovation, and opportunity. Despite the

Very happy that 45 of these delegates are from Midwest, a testament to the deep friendship and strong ties between Israel and our region. We at Israel in Chicago look forward to welcoming them back and hearing their impressions when they return.

Israel's humanitarian efforts this past week: ✔️ Nearly 2,000 trucks were collected and distributed from the Gazan side of the Kerem Shalom and Zikim crossings. ✔️ Over 1,200 humanitarian aid trucks, primarily carrying food, entered Gaza through the crossings. ✔️ Hundreds of

A new report from @NGOMonitor publishes internal Hamas documents that detail how medical facilities in Gaza have been used for purposes beyond patient care. The documents outline cases where hospitals and clinics were tied to military activity, putting both patients and staff in

Today, the 50 States, One Israel delegation of 250 American lawmakers visited Kibbutz Be’eri, one of the communities that suffered the worst atrocities of October 7. On that day, Hamas terrorists stormed Be’eri, murdering over 100 residents in their homes and setting the kibbutz

Day 2 of #50StatesOneIsrael: Today was a day we will never forget. We walked through the Nova festival site, where over 300 young lives were taken in an unthinkable massacre. We stood in Kibbutz Be’eri, where more than 100 people, including babies and the elderly, were murdered

As part of efforts to expand the humanitarian response in Gaza, Israel - through COGAT - has increased the transfer of food, medical supplies, and shelter materials. The humanitarian infrastructure in southern Gaza is prepared for the expected population moving from the

Earlier this week, at the 50 States, One Israel delegation welcome ceremony in Jerusalem, Lt. Gov. Michelle Strinden (Lt. Gov. Michelle Strinden) of North Dakota delivered powerful words of solidarity: “North Dakota is 6,400 miles away from here, but we are closer than our distance apart

"We don’t want Gaza, we’re fed up." These are the voices of Gazans on COGAT’s Arabic page, pleading to escape Hamas rule. Yet while ordinary families beg for freedom, Hamas orders residents in the north to stay put as human shields, while its senior officials scramble to secure

The IDF is advancing in Gaza City with precision and restraint, fighting Hamas, not the people of Gaza. While Hamas hides behind civilians, Israel warns residents in advance, marks evacuation routes, and establishes humanitarian zones with food, water, shelter, and medical care.

This week we wrapped up the historic #50StatesOneIsrael delegation. Over the past few days, 250 state legislators from all 50 U.S. states visited Jerusalem and communities in Israel’s south. They witnessed the magnitude of the October 7 tragedy, experienced Israel’s innovation

We had an incredible week with 250 state legislators from all 50 states as part of the #50StatesOneIsrael delegation. Grateful for my amazing team at the North America Division and our missions across the US — none of this would be possible without you. 🙏🏻 🇮🇱🇺🇸

Sweet beginnings with Israel in Chicago team this morning: dipping apples in honey, hearing the shofar, sharing challah and raising a glass to a sweet new year ahead. Shana Tova and Shabbat Shalom! 🍯🍎✨

We must support Jewish and pro-Israel students on college campuses and do everything we can to stem the alarming rise of antisemitism in Chicago. My first event at Israel in Chicago was thanking students across Chicagoland for standing up and speaking out. I know it has not been

In response to the statement of the U.K. and some other countries regarding the recognition of a Palestinian state: Israel categorically rejects the one-sided declaration of the recognition of a Palestinian state made by the United Kingdom and some other countries. This