Obama to Netanyahu: We'll work together for peace

United States President Barack Obama congratulated Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu for his formation of a new government. Obama said that he "looks forward to working closely with the Prime Minister and the new government to address the many challenges we face and advance our shared interest in peace and security."

Obama added that "The United States places a high value on its deep and enduring bonds with Israel and the Israeli people," and he looks forward to strengthening these bonds in his visit to Israel. (Yitzhak Benhorin)