Pence tells Israeli lawmakers: U.S. Embassy in Jerusalem will open before end of 2019

In language steeped in Biblical references, U.S. Vice President Mike Pence addressed a special session of Knesset on Monday, on the first day of his visit in Israel and announced that the U.S. Embassy in Jerusalem will open by the end of 2019.>>FULL TEXT: U.S. Vice President Mike Pence’s speech at Israel’s KnessetIn his remarks, Pence said America was committed to forging a “lasting peace between Israel and the Palestinians” and called on the Palestinians – who are boycotting his visit – to return to the negotiating table.

 

Source: Pence tells Israeli lawmakers: U.S. Embassy in Jerusalem will open before end of 2019 – Israel News – Haaretz.com

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