The U.S. Recognition of Israeli Sovereignty over the Golan Heights refers to a significant 2019 foreign policy decision by the United States under President Donald Trump, which formally acknowledged Israel's sovereignty over the Golan Heights, a strategically vital plateau captured by Israel from Syria during the 1967 Six-Day War. This policy shift, announced on March 25, 2019, marked a departure from longstanding U.S. and international positions that viewed the Golan Heights as occupied Syrian territory, in line with United Nations Security Council Resolution 497 from 1981, which declared Israel's 1981 annexation null and void. The proclamation was signed at the White House in the presence of Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, emphasizing the U.S. view of the Golan as critical to Israel's security amid regional threats from Iran and Hezbollah. This move was influenced by key figures such as U.S. Ambassador to the United Nations Nikki Haley, who advocated for the policy during her tenure, highlighting its role in strengthening the U.S.-Israel alliance.

The policy had immediate geopolitical ramifications, drawing widespread international condemnation from countries like Russia, Syria, and much of the Arab world, as well as criticism from the European Union and the United Nations for undermining prospects for Israeli-Syrian peace negotiations. Domestically, it was praised by pro-Israel groups and Republican lawmakers but faced opposition from Democrats and some foreign policy experts who argued it violated international law and could escalate tensions in the Middle East. The decision was part of a broader Trump administration approach to Middle East policy, including the relocation of the U.S. embassy to Jerusalem and support for Israel's positions in regional disputes. No formal organization exists under this name; it is a governmental policy action rather than an entity, but it represents a pivotal moment in U.S. influence networks supporting Israeli security interests.

In terms of implementation, the recognition did not involve new territorial changes but provided diplomatic legitimacy, influencing subsequent U.S. actions such as mapping updates by the State Department in 2020 to reflect the policy. It has been cited in discussions of U.S. influence in international law and alliances, with ongoing debates about its reversal under the Biden administration, though no formal revocation has occurred as of the latest available data.