The Essential Guide to the U.S.-Israel Partnership: The 250th Anniversary Edition

By Gil Troy. The Jewish People Policy Institute (JPPI), 2026

At this moment, when U.S.-Israel relations seem fraught—and in honor of America’s 250th anniversary—Gil Troy’s Essential Guide to the U.S.-Israel Partnership traces this unbreakable bond over seven decades. Despite tensions in every administration, Israel remains America’s only constant DIY—Defend It Yourself—and ROI—Return on Investment—ally.

This guide answers these questions and more

1. Why does the United States support little Israel when the Arab and Muslim worlds are about 180 million times larger?
2. How did America and Israel become such close allies?
3. When Israel and America clashed before, how did they resolve it?
4. Wouldn’t Israel and America be closer if Israel just solved the Palestinian problem?
5. What benefits have Americans received from investing so much in this small, embattled country?