Netanyahu Heads to Washington: "I’m Leaving for the U.S. With One Goal — To Safeguard Israel’s Security"

(צילום: לע"מ)

Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu departed this afternoon (Monday) for a diplomatic visit to Washington, where he is scheduled to meet tomorrow with President Donald Trump. Before boarding the plane, Netanyahu stressed the importance of the talks that will take place at the White House, noting that the Iranian issue will be at the top of the agenda.

"I will discuss with President Trump all the issues currently on the table, first and foremost Iran. Our goal is to preserve our security and also to expand the circle of peace around us." Netanyahu said this will be his eighth meeting with Trump and added: "From my experience as prime minister, in these complicated times, you have to act with both great determination and great wisdom. We will discuss all the issues currently on the table, first and foremost Iran. Of course, our goal is to preserve our security and also to expand the circle of peace around us."

In his words, "I am leaving on this mission with one clear goal — to ensure the security, strength, and future of our beloved State of Israel. And I am leaving with another purpose as well: to pay final respects to our friend, a true friend of mine and of the State of Israel — Lindsey Graham, one of the greatest friends the State of Israel has ever had."