Statement by Press Secretary Karine Jean-Pierre on the Visit of President Isaac Herzog of Israel

President Biden looks forward to welcoming Israeli President Isaac Herzog to the White House on July 18. As Israel celebrates its 75th anniversary, the visit will highlight our enduring partnership and friendship. President Biden will reaffirm the ironclad commitment of the United States to Israel's security. The two leaders will discuss opportunities to deepen Israel's regional integration and to create a more peaceful and prosperous Middle East. President Biden will stress the importance of our shared democratic values, and discuss ways to advance equal measures of freedom, prosperity, and security for Palestinians and Israelis. The leaders will also discuss Russia's deepening military relationship with Iran, and Iran's destabilizing behavior in the region. Vice President Harris will meet with President Herzog on July 19 at the White House. President Herzog will be in Washington July 18-19 for meetings with a range of interagency officials and to deliver a Joint Address to Congress.