Mike Huckabee’s appointment as US Ambassador to Israel highlights the deep religious connection between the two nations, with a focus on Zionism and Americanism as intertwined ideologies.
Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu also instructed the IDF and Fire and Rescue Brigades to prepare reserves from Greece and other countries abroad.
The bodies of American-Israelis Itay Chen, Judy Weinstein Haggai, Gadi Haggai and Omer Neutra are still in the hands of Hamas.
If there is one particular thing for which Herzog is well known, it’s the introduction of members of his family into many of his conversations with both local and foreign dignitaries.
Herzog lauded Huckabee’s commitment to the return of the hostages and the safety and security of Israel’s citizens.
A conservative, Envangelical pastor, Huckabee has led thousands of participants on solidarity missions to Israel over the decades.
An evening of unity, gratitude, and lifesaving heroism at the Museum of Tolerance Jerusalem
Huckabee also noted Trump's support of Israel, such as through recognizing Jerusalem as Israel's capital and the Golan Heights.
The US Senate confirmed former Huckabee to be the country’s ambassador to Israel last week, installing a staunch pro-Israel conservative in the high-profile post.
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