Israeli President Isaac Herzog emphasized the "true friendship" and "mutually beneficial partnership" between Israel and the U.S. during a joint meeting of Congress Wednesday morning, an event boycotted by a handful of progressive House Democrats concerned about the treatment of Palestinians.
"The people of Israel are grateful to no end for the ancient promise fulfilled and for the friendship we have forged," Herzog said, praising the recognition of the State of Israel by the U.S. 11 minutes after the nation was formed in 1948. "When the United States is strong, Israel is stronger. And when Israel is strong, the United States is more secure."
