Consul General Sideman's weekly sidenote: This week President Rivlin received the diplomatic credentials of the new Egyptian Ambassador to Israel, H.E. Mr. Hazem Ahdy Khairat.

Prime Minister Netanyahu made it clear there will be as few restrictions as possible on cyber technology exports and said that the prosperity of the industry is very important for Israel.

His announcement that Iran would give financial support to Palestinian terrorists and their families is further proof of Iran’s deep involvement in encouraging terrorism against Israel.

The approval of the plan for the economic advancement of Israel’s Arab society is a precedent setting move, setting us on a long and vital path to reduce the disparities between Jews and Ar ...

Consul General Sideman's weekly sidenote: There are still many socio-economic challenges facing Israel, including the need to increase productivity and decrease poverty. Israel is committed ...