Overview

• Johnson’s delegation, organized by the U.S.-Israel Education Association, is undertaking a private visit that bypasses formal congressional and diplomatic channels.
• On Tisha B’Av, the speaker led lawmakers in prayer at the Western Wall, placed prayer notes and invoked America’s steadfast support for Israel’s security.
• The delegation met with Defense Minister Israel Katz, who praised their unwavering support in efforts to free hostages and defeat Hamas.
• They also conferred with Foreign Minister Gideon Sa’ar on global antisemitism and regional security challenges, including recent attacks on the Druze in Syria.
• The group is set to tour an occupied West Bank settlement and Gaza Humanitarian Foundation centers to assess conditions and discuss delivery of aid.