Suara.com – The President of the United States (US), Joe Biden installed an agency to defend Israel after the country faced conflict with Hamas. Biden even called the attack by Hamas an act of terrorism.
In his speech at the White House, Biden also confirmed that he had communicated with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu to emphasize his support.
“I have conveyed to Prime Minister (Netanyahu) that the US provides full support to the Israeli people in facing this act of terrorism,” said Joe Biden in his speech, as reported by AFP on Sunday (8/10/2023).
On the same occasion, Biden emphasized that Israel would receive assistance from the US, and he emphasized that his commitment to support the country would not change.
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“In my administration, the commitment to Israel’s security has been strong and unwavering,” Biden said.
“We will ensure that they get the assistance they need to protect their citizens and can continue to defend themselves,” he said.
Previously, Joe Biden had also expressed his support through an official statement. In his statement, he also informed about his conversation with Netanyahu by telephone.
“I told Prime Minister Netanyahu that we are ready to provide all necessary support to the Government and people of Israel,” said Joe Biden in his official statement.
“Israel has the right to defend itself and its citizens. The US gives a strong warning to any party who tries to take advantage of this situation to attack Israel,” he added.
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