A spokesman for the National Security Council at the White House conveyed that Vice President Joe Biden’s recent comments on Israel were consistent with the administration’s stance. They strongly encouraged Israel’s leaders to reach a compromise. However, a Likud MK shrugged off Biden’s words, commenting that there is nothing new in the criticism from the Democratic administration. Biden had expressed concern over the tumultuous days in Israel and clarified that he did not plan on inviting Prime Minister Binyamin Netanyahu to the White House any time soon. Netanyahu welcomed the withdrawal of the legislation and expressed hopes of reaching a suitable compromise. In response to Biden’s words, Netanyahu acknowledged the president’s commitment to Israel and stressed that Israel makes decisions based on the will of its citizens and not external pressures.
“Biden’s comments were in line with what we have been saying all along. We strongly urge Israel’s leaders to find a compromise as soon as possible,” said the spokesman for the National Security Council at the White House this evening (Wednesday).
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He added: “We welcomed the decision made on Monday to withdraw the legislation and hold a national dialogue. As the president said, he hopes they will be able to find a real compromise. We believe this is the best way forward for Israel and all its citizens. US support for Israel’s security and democracy remains strong “.
US President Joe Biden this morning referred to the turbulent days in Israel until Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu’s announcement about the delay of the legislation, saying that “like many devout supporters of Israel – I am very worried. They can’t go on this way. I have made it quite clear.” In addition, he clarified that he does not intend to invite Prime Minister Binyamin Netanyahu to the White House in Washington in the near future.
Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu responded to Biden’s words, saying: “I have known President Biden for over 40 years and I appreciate his many years of commitment to Israel. The alliance between Israel and the United States is strong and it always overcomes the differences of opinion that appear between us from time to time.” He added: “The government led by me is committed to strengthening democracy by restoring the proper balance between the three authorities, which we strive to achieve with broad consensus. Israel is an independent country that makes its decisions according to the will of its citizens and not based on external pressures, including our best friends.”