Yair Lapid
The two leaders address the public following one-on-meeting that focused on curbing Iran’s nuclear progress.
“The American public, not just my administration, is completely devoted to your security, without any ifs, ands or buts,” the U.S. president asserts after meeting in Jerusalem with the Israeli prime minister.
“This unique grouping of countries aims to harness the vibrancy of our societies and entrepreneurial spirit to tackle some of the greatest challenges confronting our world.”
The American leader seemingly places the military option back on the table, even as he reiterates his administration’s desire to revive the 2015 nuclear deal.
The U.S. president will meet with Israeli Prime Minister Yair Lapid, after which they will participate in the first-ever “I2U2” virtual summit along with the leaders of India and the UAE.
Chancellor Karl Nehammer also visits Yad Vashem.
At a state ceremony commemorating the 70 people killed in Israel during the 50-day war, Israeli Prime Minister Yair Lapid warns: “Don’t test us.”
The calls follow talks between the Israeli premier, the Jordanian king and and the P.A. chief as the region gears up for the U.S. president’s July 13-16 trip.
Yair Lapid calls U.S. president “one of the closest friends that Israel has ever had in American politics,” extends olive branch to Saudi Arabia and other regional countries.
Lapid calls King Abdullah, PA leader Abbas ahead of Biden’s visit to Israel
The Israeli prime minister discussed the need to “strengthen and deepen” cooperation with Amman, and for Abbas to help ensure “quiet and calm” during the U.S. president’s visit this week.
U.S. Secretary of State Antony Blinken reaffirmed Washington’s “unwavering commitment to the U.S.-Israel partnership, Israel’s security and to countering shared threats.”
The situation “will lead to a nuclear arms race in the Middle East, which would threaten world peace. We must work together to stop that from happening,” said Israeli Prime Minister Yair Lapid.
