Naftali Bennett sworn in as Israel's 13th Prime Minister and speaks with US President Biden
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Naftali Bennett sworn in as Israel's 13th PM

  •   Naftali Bennett sworn in as Israel's 13th Prime Minister and speaks with US President Biden
  • 6/13/2021
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    The Prime Minister thanked President Biden for his warm wishes on the inauguration of the new government, and for his long-standing commitment to the State of Israel and its security.
     
     
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    Prime Minister Naftali Bennett (archive) Prime Minister Naftali Bennett (archive) Copyright: GPO/Kobi Gideon
     
     
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    (Communicated by Prime Minister Bennet's office)

    At a ceremony in the Knesset this evening (Sunday, 13 June 2021), MK Naftali Bennett was sworn in as Israel's 13th Prime Minister in Israel's 36th government; Yair Lapid was sworn in as alternate Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs.

    After the swearing in ceremony, Prime Minister Naftali Bennett spoke by phone with US President Joe Biden.

    The Prime Minister thanked President Biden for his warm wishes on the inauguration of the new government, and for his long-standing commitment to the State of Israel and its security.
     
    Prime Minister Bennett noted his appreciation for the President, and for his support for Israel during the recent operation in Gaza (Guardian of the Walls), and noted that he considers him a great friend of the State of Israel.
     
    In their conversation, the leaders emphasized the importance of the alliance between Israel and the United States, as well as their commitment to strengthening ties between the two countries and maintaining the security of the State of Israel.
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