PM hails Biden’s support for Israel during war, in 1st comments on president’s decision to quit campaign

Before boarding Wing of Zion for the first time for his flight to Washington, Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu praises US President Joe Biden, who announced yesterday he is dropping out of the presidential race.

It is his first public comment on the US leader’s decision to quit the campaign.

“I plan to see President Biden, who I have known for over forty years,” says Netanyahu. “This will be an opportunity to thank him for the things he did for Israel in the war and during his long and distinguished career in public service, as senator, vice president, and president.”

Netanyahu also stresses the importance of the two countries presenting a united front.

“This will also be an opportunity to discuss with him how to advance in the critical months ahead the goals that are important for both our countries — achieving the release of all our hostages, defeating Hamas, confronting the terror axis of Iran, and ensuring that all of Israel’s citizens can return safely to their homes in the north and the south,” Netanyahu says.

“In this time of war and uncertainty, it is important that Israel’s enemies know that America and Israel stand together — today, tomorrow, and always.”