Biden Speaks to Israeli Prime Minister for First Time Since Taking Office

Biden Speaks to Israeli Prime Minister for First Time Since Taking Office
President Joe Biden pauses to speak with reporters as he walks to Marine One for departure from the South Lawn of the White House in Washington on Feb. 12, 2021. Alex Brandon/AP Photo
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President Joe Biden on Wednesday spoke with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, marking the first time the two leaders conversed since Biden took office last month.

During the phone call, Biden affirmed his commitment to Israel’s security and expressed a desire to strengthen all aspects of the U.S.-Israel partnership, including defense cooperation, the White House said in a statement.