Israel’s head of government is currently on a major trip to the US. In addition to his speech in Congress, there are various important meetings. He will also be received at the White House.
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu thanked US President Joe Biden for his support for Israel at a meeting in the White House. “I want to thank you for 50 years of public service and 50 years of support for the State of Israel,” Netanyahu said. He added that he looked forward to speaking with Biden about the “big issues.” Biden said: “We have a lot to discuss.” The two did not answer questions from the press in attendance.
A meeting between the Democratic presidential candidate, Vice President Kamala Harris, and Netanyahu is also planned for today. On Friday, former US President and Republican presidential candidate Donald Trump will receive Netanyahu at his Mar-a-Lago estate in Palm Beach, Florida. Netanyahu’s visit to the USA to address the US Congress on Wednesday comes amid political turmoil in the United States following Biden’s withdrawal from the election campaign.
The relationship between the US President and Israel’s Prime Minister has been tense for some time – the mood has worsened further due to the actions of the Israeli leadership under Netanyahu in the Gaza war.
