Overview
- U.S. Ambassador Mike Huckabee told visiting Christian leaders that many evangelicals back Israel because of 'God’s promise to Abraham' rather than political calculation.
- He made the remarks at an emergency conference in Jerusalem focused on rising antisemitism and on strengthening ties between Christian supporters and Jewish communities.
- Huckabee praised Israel’s resilience, saying the country of about 10 million repeatedly survives and thrives despite larger adversaries.
- Huckabee rejected claims of broad hostility to Christians in Israel and cited 53 years of personal visits marked by warm receptions.
- Israeli outlets including VINnews, Israel National News and others published his remarks on June 11, 2026, and coverage has focused on his rhetorical framing rather than any new U.S. policy actions.