Netanyahu gets minute-long standing ovation as he arrives in Congress

By Lazar Berman

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24 July 2024, 9:14 pm 4 Edit

Lazar Berman is The Times of Israel's diplomatic reporter

Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu acknowledges applause before addressing a joint meeting of Congress at the US Capitol on July 24, 2024 in Washington, DC. (Photo by Drew ANGERER / AFP)

Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu is introduced to a standing ovation as he shakes hands with lawmakers on both sides of the aisle as he arrives to address a joint session of Congress.

Three Democrats, including Rashida Tlaib, remain seated and do not clap.
The applause, whistles and cheers continue for well over a minute.

The cheers grow louder as Netanyahu takes the stage, with Republicans noticeably more enthusiastic.