More than four dozen conservative leaders have signed a published letter to show their support for the nation of Israel and Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu as he prepares to visit the U.S.

The open letter, which says, "Israel: You're not alone. We stand with you" has been published in The Wall Street Journal and The Jerusalem Post. The 49 signatories want the Israeli leader to know that millions of Americans stand with Israel and welcome him on his visit to the United States.

"Mr. Prime Minister, be strong and courageous," the letter reads. "We stand with your right to secure Israel's borders without giving away additional land to your openly avowed enemies who do not recognize your right to exist. We believe Israel's ancient prophets who warned of dire consequences to any nation who would divide your land [Joel 3:1-2]"...