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JD Vance declines to endorse Netanyahu despite Trump's strong backing
Fox News • • nation
Key Points:
- Vice President JD Vance declined to endorse Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's reelection bid, stating he plans to focus on U.S. midterm elections and avoid involvement in Israeli politics.
- Vance emphasized that his neutrality should not be seen as opposition to Netanyahu, clarifying he is neither endorsing nor opposing the Israeli leader.
- The comments follow former President Donald Trump's strong endorsement of Netanyahu, praising him as a key ally in confronting Iran and urging his reelection.
- Netanyahu welcomed Trump's endorsement, expressing gratitude and reaffirming their shared commitment to preventing Iran from obtaining nuclear weapons.
- Earlier this year, Vance campaigned with Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orban ahead of his reelection bid, marking a previous instance of involvement in a foreign political race.
