Trump on Netanyahu Endorsement: 'We Have a Good Relationship, Why Take a Chance?'
The US president explained his backing for Benjamin Netanyahu citing strong ties, while Israeli political rivals pushed back against foreign interference.
US President Donald Trump addressed his decision to publicly endorse Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, stating in an interview with N12 that he chose to do so because of their good relationship and his desire to continue working together, The Jerusalem Post reported.
According to a report by The Media Line, political rivals in Israel responded to Trump's remarks by rejecting what they described as foreign intervention in the election. The National Post noted that the endorsement comes amid a tight electoral contest ahead of the vote.
Further details have not yet been released.
Sources: Jerusalem Post — front page, National Post, The Media Line
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