Herzog wishes Trump happy 80th birthday, praises Israel backing and Iran stance
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- Israeli President Isaac Herzog congratulated US President Donald Trump on his 80th birthday, praising his support for Israel and stance on Iran.
- Herzog's message highlighted Trump's role in confronting Iran and securing the release of Gaza hostages.
- The greeting occurred despite past public tensions between the leaders over Prime Minister Netanyahu's trial.
Israeli President Isaac Herzog offered warm birthday wishes to U.S. President Donald Trump on his 80th birthday, commending his support for Israel and his policies toward Iran. Herzog specifically lauded Trump's efforts in confronting what he termed Iran's "empire of evil" and his work to secure the release of hostages held in Gaza.
the people of Israel were grateful for Trump’s leadership in confronting what he called Iran’s “empire of evil,” as well as for his commitment to Israel’s security.
The public message comes after a period of strained relations between the two leaders. Trump had previously urged Herzog to pardon Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu amid his corruption trial, calling the Israeli president a "disgrace" and threatening to withhold meetings. Herzog's office had responded by emphasizing Israel's sovereignty and adherence to the rule of law.
Israel would remember his work on the issue.
Herzog framed the birthday greeting within a Jewish tradition associating the age of 80 with special strength. He concluded his message with the traditional Hebrew greeting, "Mazal tov." U.S. Ambassador to Israel Mike Huckabee also extended birthday wishes to Trump, blessing him with good health and "continued strong leadership."
Mazal tov.
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Originally published by Jerusalem Post in English. Translated, summarized, and contextualized by our editorial team with added local perspective. Read our editorial standards.
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