Obama Arrives in Israel, Declares US-Israeli Alliance 'Eternal' -- Voice of America
U.S. President Barack Obama has declared that America's alliance with Israel is "eternal and forever" as he began his first visit to the Jewish state since taking office.
In a brief address to dignitaries at Ben Gurion airport Wednesday, Mr. Obama said he made Israel the first overseas stop of his second term because wants to "reaffirm the unbreakable bond between our nations."
He also said he wants to speak directly to the people of Israel and their neighbors and believes "peace must come to the holy land."
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