Israeli PM to meet with Biden and address Congress during US visit

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu will depart for the US on July 22 morning ahead of scheduled talks with President Joe Biden.

Netanyahu is also slated to address a joint session of Congress on July 24, Caliber.Az reports citing the Russia media.

The relationship between the US and Israel is characterised by deep political, military, and economic ties, rooted in shared democratic values and strategic interests.

The US provides substantial military aid and support to Israel, making it one of the largest recipients of American military assistance. This aid includes funding for defense systems, joint military exercises, and technology sharing.

Both countries work together within international forums, often aligning on key issues such as human rights, counterterrorism, and non-proliferation of nuclear weapons.