Key facts
- Israeli President Isaac Herzog congratulated Donald Trump on his election victory.
- Herzog called Trump a "true friend" of Israel.
- Herzog thanked Trump for his commitment to Israel's security and regional peace.
- Herzog stressed the urgent need for the return of hostages held by Hamas.
Israeli President Isaac Herzog congratulated U.S. President-elect Donald Trump on his "overwhelming victory," calling him a "true friend" of Israel and thanking him for his longstanding support. Herzog expressed confidence that Trump would continue to work tirelessly to promote peace and security for Israel and the broader Middle East.
During their conversation, Trump emphasized his "love and support" for the Jewish state, according to a statement from the President’s Residence in Jerusalem. The two leaders agreed to remain in close contact to strengthen cooperation and deepen the alliance between the two nations.
Hersog stressed to Trump the "urgent need" to secure the return of hostages still held by Hamas terrorists in Gaza, citing their "unimaginable cruelty and suffering."