US 'looks forward' to working with next Israeli defense chief
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BRUSSELS - The United States said on Friday it was looking forward to working with whoever succeeds Israeli Defense Minister Moshe Ya'alon, after he announced his resignation in protest at his portfolio being offered to far-rightist Avigdor Lieberman.
"We appreciate Mr. Ya'alon's leadership and partnership as defence minister and we look forward to working with his successor," State Department spokesman John Kirby said. "Our bonds of friendship are unbreakable, and commitment to the security of Israel remains absolute."
