Netanyahu hails Trump as "greatest friend Israel has ever had in White House"

Washington DC: Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu thanked President Donald Trump for inviting him to be the first foreign leader to visit the US in his oath-taking ceremony during his second term and called him the "greatest friend Israel has ever had in the White House."

While adressing the joint press conference with Trump on Tuesday (local time), Netanyahu stated, "I'm honoured that you (US President Donald Trump) invited me to be the first foreign leader to visit the White House in your second term. This is a testament to your friendship and support for the Jewish state and the Jewish people."

Praising Trump's friendship and support for Israel, he added, "I've said this before and I'll say it again, you are the greatest friend Israel has ever had in the White House. And that's why the people of Israel have such enormous respect for you."

Further, he also discussed the current state of Israel's security, and said, "Israel has never been stronger, and Iran's terror axis has never been weaker." However, he emphasized the need to "finish the job" to secure Israel's future and bring peace to the region. (ANI)

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