Hananya Naftali
Nov 7, 2026
The US Israel Alliance
The Short Answer
The United States supports Israel because the two countries share democratic values, face common enemies and benefit from deep security and technology cooperation. Many Americans, including tens of millions of Christians, also feel a biblical and moral bond with the Jewish state. President Truman recognized Israel within minutes of its independence in 1948.
Shared Values and Shared Enemies
Israel is the only stable democracy in the Middle East, with free elections, a free press and independent courts. It also stands on the front line against Iran and terrorist groups that call America the Great Satan and Israel the Little Satan.
What America Gains
Israel shares intelligence that has saved American lives, tests and improves American weapons in real combat, and co develops missile defense systems such as Iron Dome and David's Sling. Israeli technology powers much of the world's computing, cybersecurity and medicine.
For many Americans the bond is also spiritual. The Bible's promise to bless Abraham's descendants shapes how millions of Christians see Israel. Read more: How Much Money Does the US Send to Israel?
Key Facts
President Truman recognized Israel minutes after it declared independence.
Israel is the Middle East's most stable democracy.
The two countries co develop missile defense systems.
Tens of millions of American Christians support Israel.