U.S. Welcomes New Israeli Government
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From Reuters
WASHINGTON — The United States said Friday it welcomes the formation of a new Israeli government and looks forward to working with Israel in the quest for peace.
“The U.S.-Israeli relationship has been marked by frequent and close consultation and cooperation,” State Department spokeswoman Phyllis Oakley said at a news briefing. “. . . We look forward to continuing this consultative process with our Israeli friends to strengthen further the enduring ties between our two countries.”
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