It’s a chance to connect with the Israeli people

It’s a 25-minute conversation. We’ll do our best to keep up.

Levy set off with: What took you so long to come?

Well, says Obama, they’ve had some crises in the United States…. He says the trip is a chance to connect with the Israeli people. The bonds are so strong, he says, and speaks of “shared values. Shared families…” He stresses the US’s “unshakeable commitment” to Israel and the countries’ “shared vision…” And he says he’s really looking forward to the visit.

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