The White House never publicly confirmed a June visit to either country. Sources told NBC News a broader trip to the Middle East is now planned for July.
White HouseA foreign diplomat and two U.S. officials said the Saudi stop will no longer take place in late June, and two U.S. officials said the trip to Israel was also being pushed back. Both visits had been expected to be tacked on to Biden’s previously scheduled trip to Germany and Spain this month.
The reason for the delay wasn’t immediately clear. The foreign diplomat and two officials said they learned of the postponed travel plans on Friday. The U.S. officials added that the dates remained in flux and could change again. Stay informed during the severe weather season with our local news and weather app. Get the NBC 5 Chicago app for
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