US senators, lawmakers welcome new Israeli leadership

US senators and lawmakers are also praising the new Israeli government coalition.

Congratulations to the Israeli people for their new government formed today, and to my friend @yairlapid for being appointed Foreign Minister. The diversity of the new coalition, uniting left and right, Jews and Arabs, is a testament to the vibrancy of Israel’s democracy. (1/2)

— Senator Jacky Rosen (@SenJackyRosen) June 13, 2021

Congratulations to Israel's new Prime Minister @naftalibennett

I look forward to working closely with him to prevent a nuclear Iran, to defend Israel’s sovereignty, and to strengthen the US-Israel friendship & alliance.

— Ted Cruz (@tedcruz) June 13, 2021

Congratulations to the people of Israel on the formation of a new coalition government, made up of a broad range of parties and representing many different views and communities. This diverse coalition is a testament to the resilience & vibrancy of Israel’s democratic system 1/4

— Ted Deutch (@RepTedDeutch) June 13, 2021

I look forward to working w @IsraeliPM Naftali Bennett, FM & Alt PM @yairlapid & the new govt on strengthening the U.S.-Israel alliance. I congratulate outgoing PM @netanyahu on 12 years of historic leadership, incl his work to advance the Abraham Accords & counter the Iran deal. https://t.co/vvJN58vIdv

— Senator Bill Hagerty (@SenatorHagerty) June 13, 2021