Gov. Kathy Hochul announced her planned visit as news broke that President Joe Biden would also travel to Israel this week.
Gov. Kathy Hochul will travel to Israel on Tuesday as part of her continued support for the country in its war against Hamas.
The New York governor announced her trip to the Middle East late Monday night in a statement declaring that her visit would"show the world" New York stands with Israel. “During these difficult times, it’s more important than ever for New York to show up in support of Israel. Tomorrow I’ll be traveling to Israel for a solidarity mission where I plan to meet with diplomatic leaders and communities who have been devastated by the horrific Hamas attacks," her statement said.
Hochul's statement within minutes of when U.S. Secretary of State Antony Blinken announced President Joe Biden would travel to Israel on Wednesday as the humanitarian situation in the Gaza Strip grows more dire.Biden is looking to send the strongest message yet that the U.S. is behind Israel. His Democratic administration has pledged military support, sending U.S. carriers and aid to the region.
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