Israel approves site for construction of new US embassy in Jerusalem: Report

In a major diplomatic move, Israel has approved a site in southern Jerusalem for the construction of a new United States embassy, signaling a deepening alliance between the two nations. Ohh Wait… Watch Video Now.

The decision was announced jointly by Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, Foreign Minister Gideon Sa’ar, and Housing Minister Haim Katz, highlighting the strategic and symbolic importance of the project.

The new embassy is set to occupy the historic site of the abandoned Allenby military base in the Talpiot neighborhood, an area with roots stretching back to the Ottoman era and later used by the Israel Defense Forces until the 1990s. Officials described the project as “a central and long-term expression of the United States’ commitment to Jerusalem as the capital of Israel” while reinforcing the strong partnership between Washington and Tel Aviv.

The announcement comes at a tense time in the Middle East, with Israel and the United States closely coordinating efforts against Iranian-backed threats in the region. Experts say this development sends a clear signal of solidarity, not only to Iran but also to other nations watching the shifting balance of power.

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— Reported by TimesNG Global Desk