Biden Welcomes New Israeli Government, Reaffirms Security Support

Biden Welcomes New Israeli Government, Reaffirms Security Support
Israel's designated new prime minister, Naftali Bennett speaks during a Knesset session in Jerusalem, on June 13, 2021. Ariel Schali22/Ap Photo
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WASHINGTON—U.S. President Joe Biden said the United States remained committed to Israel’s security and would work with its new government after Israel’s parliament ended Benjamin Netanyahu’s 12-year run as prime minister on Sunday.

In a statement that made no mention of Netanyahu, Biden welcomed the new government coalition led by Naftali Bennett and sought to reaffirm U.S.–Israel ties.