Upon the completion of his official three-year term as Israeli Ambassador to the US, Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has requested that Ambassador Michael (Mike) Herzog temporarily extend his tenure until January 20, 2025. The prime minister will, in the coming days, announce the appointment of a new ambassador who will soon leave for the transition period, Netanyahu's office said in a statement. Netanyahu thanked Amb. Herzog for his work over the last three years, and for his significant and professional contribution, especially during the challenging war period. "Ambassador Herzog has honorably represented the State of Israel before administration officials, Congress, civil society organizations, the global media, and the American Jewish community," the statement said.
Netanyahu asks Michael Herzog to extend term as ambassador to US
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