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Johnson Postpones Israel Visit Following New Iranian Strikes

The June 22 Knesset speech is on hold with the State Department at its highest travel advisory level due to intensifying rocket and drone attacks.

U.S. House Speaker Mike Johnson (R-LA) speaks with members of the media, on the day of a closed House Republican Conference meeting on Capitol Hill in Washington, D.C., U.S., May 20, 2025. REUTERS/Ken Cedeno/File Photo
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Overview

  • Johnson’s planned June 22 speech to the Israeli parliament has been postponed because of the intensifying Iran–Israel hostilities.
  • Iran’s latest barrage included mortar, rocket, and armed drone strikes targeting sites across Israel, marking the fiercest escalation in months.
  • The State Department upgraded its travel advisory for Israel to Level 4, urging Americans to heed warnings about unpredictable rocket and drone fire.
  • Since taking the gavel, Johnson has led the House GOP in unwavering support for Israel and met Prime Minister Netanyahu in Washington in February.
  • House leaders intend to reschedule the Knesset session, underlining strong bipartisan legislative ties despite mounting regional tensions.