Obama wishes Israel happy Passover
In telephone conversation ahead of holiday, US president conveys administration's greetings to PM Netanyahu, says he will host a Seder of his own
US President Barack Obama spoke with Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu Monday and wished him and all of Israel a happy Passover.
Obama told Netanyahu he is scheduled to host a Passover Seder of his own in the White House later in the day, which heads of the Jewish community in the US will attend.
Obama, on his part, expressed satisfaction that the anti-missile defense system proved effective vis-à-vis Gaza rocket fire.
He further expressed his appreciation of the way Netanyahu handled the recent escalation on the southern border. The two then discussed various other issues.
Obama later posted the following message on the presidential Facebook page: "My family and I send our warmest wishes to all those celebrating the sacred festival of Passover. As Jewish families gather for this joyous celebration of freedom, let us all be thankful for the gifts that have been bestowed upon us, and let us work to alleviate the suffering, poverty, injustice, and hunger of those who are not yet free. Chag Sameach."
After several months of stalemate in the Israeli-Palestinian peace process, Obama is expected to unveil his administration's new policy in regards to the Palestinian Authority, in a few months. US Secretary of State Hillary Clinton, has recently declared a "new pursuit of peace" between Israel and the Arab world.
Barack Obama's official Passover greeting, published over the weekend, said that "Against the backdrop of change, we continue to pray for peace between Israel and her neighbors, while reaffirming our enduring commitment to Israel's security."
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