President Trump
arrived in Israel Monday and reaffirmed the strong alliance between the U.S. and
Israel. He also expressed optimism for peace in the Middle East.
"Now we must
work together to build a future where the nations of the region are at peace
and all of our children can grow and grow up strong and grow up free from
terrorism and violence," he said during a ceremony at the airport in
Tel Aviv.
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The president also
noted that he found "new reasons for hope" over the last few days on
his first foreign trip.
"We have before
us a rare opportunity to bring security and stability and peace to this region
and to its people," Trump said.
"Defeating
terrorism and creating a future of harmony, prosperity and peace. But we can
only get there working together. There is no other way."
Trump concluded by
commenting on the relationship the U.S. has with Israel.
"We love Israel.
We respect Israel. And I send your people the warmest greetings from your
friend and ally, all of the people in the United States of America. We are with
you."
