Israel's UN envoy dismisses U.S. rift rumors, expresses trust in Trump
Translated from Korean, summarized and contextualized by DistantNews.
At a glance
- Israel's UN Ambassador Danny Danon dismissed reports of a rift between the U.S. and Israel.
- Danon expressed strong confidence in U.S. President Donald Trump and his administration.
- He highlighted the robust relationship between the two nations, citing their cooperation in combating Iran.
Israel's Ambassador to the United Nations, Danny Danon, has firmly rejected claims of growing discord between the United States and Israel, emphasizing his unwavering trust in President Donald Trump and his administration.
In an interview with CNN on June 18th (local time), Danon directly addressed the rumors suggesting a potential rift. He stated, "We have a very strong bond with the United States, with President Trump, and with his administration."
We have a very strong bond with the United States, with President Trump, and with his administration.
Danon underscored the deep and collaborative relationship between the two countries. "We fought together, and we won together in the war against Iran," he remarked, highlighting their shared strategic interests and joint efforts in regional security.
We fought together, and we won together in the war against Iran.
The ambassador expressed gratitude for Trump's leadership, indicating that Israel feels supported by the U.S. administration's policies and actions. This assertion serves to counter narratives that portray a weakening alliance, instead painting a picture of continued partnership and mutual reliance.
Danon's comments aim to reassure allies and observers about the stability of the U.S.-Israel relationship, particularly in the context of complex geopolitical challenges in the Middle East. His strong endorsement of Trump signals a unified front from Israel's perspective, despite any external speculation.
We are grateful for his leadership.
Originally published by Chosun Ilbo in Korean. Translated, summarized, and contextualized by our editorial team with added local perspective. Read our editorial standards.