Its an important development involving our closest friend and ally: the nation of Israel.

In a critical move, the United States appears to be backing off of a Palestinian Authority demand that Israel extend its freeze on building settlements a vital show of support for Israel one that would send an important message underscoring Israel's right to build and expand on its own land.

It's time to show your support for the nation of Israel and encourage this crucial move of solidarity by the United States. Sign on to the ACLJ's petition backing Israel and its right to build.

Declare your membership today with the ACLJ by signing our Petition Standing with Israel.

Petition Standing with Israel

Israel is our friend and strongest ally. But they are also a nation under constant attack forced to defend their very right to exist. Now, it is clearer than ever that the real barrier to securing peace in the Middle East is the Palestinian Authority.

The Palestinian Authoritys demand that Israel extend its freeze on building settlements is unfounded and irrational the nation of Israel has every right to build and expand on its own land.

Therefore, we proclaim our solidarity with our ally, Israel, and urge the United States to continue to do the same by standing against the Palestinian Authority and in strong support of Israels right to build.