Herzog meets outgoing US CENTCOM chief Kenneth McKenzie

Emanuel (Mannie) Fabian is The Times of Israel's military correspondent

President Isaac Herzog meets with Kenneth McKenzie, commander of the United States Central Command (CENTCOM).

“It was a pleasure to host you at [IDF headquarters in Tel Aviv] and discuss the strategic importance of Israel-US military cooperation. Thank you for your contributions to Israel’s security. Best of success in your next chapter in life!” Herzog says according to his spokesperson.

During his three-day trip, McKenzie will visit the Yad Vashem Holocaust Memorial in Jerusalem and tour Masada National Park in southern Israel.

McKenzie is expected to retire from the US military in the coming months. He is to be succeeded by Michael Kurilla, who currently serves as commander of the US Army 18th Airborne Corps.

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