Rubio to Visit Israel the Week of Sept. 14, to Join Pilgrims’ Road Ceremony
The trip underscores U.S.–Israel coordination before UN meetings on possible Palestinian recognition.
Overview
- Matzav reports the secretary of state is scheduled to spend several days in Israel for talks with senior leaders.
- Rubio is expected to take part in the Sept. 15 inauguration of the Pilgrims’ Road at Jerusalem’s City of David.
- President Trump recently said the Gaza fighting should end soon and warned Israel is losing ground in global public opinion.
- The visit precedes the UN General Assembly, where France and other countries are expected to announce recognition of a Palestinian state.
- Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu is expected to convene ministers to discuss extending Israeli sovereignty over parts of the West Bank and to assess security implications.