October 17, 2023

President Joe Biden will travel to Israel on Tuesday evening to show solidarity with the country as it responds to the deadly Hamas attacks earlier this month that killed more than 1,400 people, including Americans.

After visiting Israel on Wednesday, the president will go on to Jordan for a summit on the humanitarian crisis in Gaza.

Biden's trip will "demonstrate his steadfast support for Israel in the face of Hamas's brutal terrorist attack and to consult on next steps," White House press secretary Karine Jean-Pierre said in a statement.

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