Rivlin tells Trump that the relationship between Israel and the US “shines like a beacon.”
The president mentions that this week Israel will celebrate the 50th anniversary of Jerusalem’s unification in the Six Day War.
“It makes us very happy to know that Israel’s most important ally recognizes the significance of Jerusalem to the Jewish people all around the world,” Rivlin says. “Jerusalem is the beating heart of the Jewish people, as it has been for 3,000 years.”
Finally, Rivlin mentions the fact that Trump, during his first visit overseas as US president, will visit the holy sites of all three Abrahamic religions. “We each have different beliefs — but we all worship the same God,” the Israeli president says. “We can work together towards a better future. We shall continue to do so, together. Welcome to Israel. God bless you, Mr. President. God bless you, First Lady. God bless America. God bless Israel.”
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