After 10 Days of Waiting, Netanyahu Finally Speaks with Biden Today: White House

U.S. President Joe Biden and Vice President Kamala Harris held a phone conversation with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu. This was reported by the White House press office.

“This morning, President Biden spoke with Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu [on the phone]. Vice President Harris also joined the conversation,” noted the White House, adding that a written statement following the discussion will be released soon.

Earlier, the office of the Israeli government announced the phone call between Netanyahu and Biden.

On Wednesday, Israeli Channel 12 indicated that Netanyahu had not been in contact with Biden for about 50 days. It was noted that the Israeli Prime Minister had been waiting for nearly 10 days for a call from the American leader.

On Tuesday, the American Axios internet portal, citing sources from American officials, reported that Biden might hold a phone conversation with Netanyahu on October 9 to discuss Israel's plans to strike Iran. As clarified by the portal's source, the United States wishes for Israel's strike to be significant but not disproportionate, as it could lead to further escalation.