How President Obama can aid Israel's security
How can the United States help Israel defend itself against the threats amplified by the nuclear deal with Iran? That is the question that Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu will raise with President Barack Obama at the White House on Monday.
Defense officials from the two countries have already discussed offers of advanced aircraft -- F-35 jet fighters and V-22 transports -- to Israel, as well as other military hardware. The President also might commit to reacting forcibly to Iranian violations of the agreement and to support Israel if it were attacked by Hezbollah.
But beyond these strategic understandings, the meeting also could produce a historic breakthrough.… Seguir leyendo »