The conference is meant to enable the combination of industry and academia.

Netanyahu, who expressed “deep sorrow” over Krauthammer's death, said he was also “among the US's greatest commentators.”

"For the first time in history, a wife of a leader is indicted over food and take-out trays," said Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu.

Charles Krauthammer, a fierce defender of Israel, passed away from cancer. Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu regarded him as a good friend and wrote to him in a letter now made public.

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu thanked US President Donald Trump for his support and stated a possible peace initiative is in the works.

A look at how foreign countries lobby in Washington, reaching out to groups and individuals who they think can open doors.

Jared Kushner and Jason Greenblatt are expected to discuss the details of the American-sponsored Middle East peace plan with Netanyahu.