The US State Department congratulates Israelis on the celebration of the Jewish state’s 70th anniversary and says it looks forward to moving the American embassy to Jerusalem next month.
“The State of Israel has prevailed over every challenge it has faced over the past 70 years. In just a short time, the people of Israel have created a successful nation that has flourished and continues to thrive,” John Sullivan, acting secretary of state, says in a statement.
“The United States established our diplomatic presence in Jerusalem well before the State of Israel was born, over 170 years ago. This year, we look forward to opening the new Embassy of the United States in Jerusalem on May 14 which coincides with the 70th anniversary of President Truman recognizing the nascent State of Israel,” he adds.
“Israel and the United States have an unshakeable bond that has endured and grown even stronger over the past seven decades,” Sullivan continues, wishing Israelis a “happy Independence Day” in Hebrew.
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