
Harris, Netanyahu Discuss ICC Investigation, COVID Cooperation in First Call
In first conversation since taking office, U.S. vice president speaks with Israeli prime minister about regional issues and shared interests
Ben Samuels is the U.S. correspondent for Haaretz, based out of Washington, D.C.
In first conversation since taking office, U.S. vice president speaks with Israeli prime minister about regional issues and shared interests
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