In Mideast, Biden Cites 'Bone Deep' Bond Between U.S. And Israel
Newsy
Israeli Prime Minister Yair Lapid and President Isaac Herzog made clear that Iran's nuclear program will be a central focus in their discussions.
Joe Biden opened his first visit to the Mideast as president on Wednesday by declaring a "bone deep" bond between the United States and Israel and pledging to strengthen economic connections between the two countries going forward.
He did not mention one of the larger goals of his visit: assuring uneasy Israeli and Saudi Arabian officials that he is committed to preventing Iran from becoming a nuclear power.
"We have a full agenda over the next few days, because the relationship between Israel and the United States covers every issue that matters to our mutual future," said President Biden, who was making his 10th visit to Israel. "But we are united in our shared values and our shared vision."
