Jerusalem, Aug 29, 2025 (AFP) - Israel says US move on visas for Palestinian officials 'bold step'

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2025-08-29

Israel's foreign minister hailed as a "bold step" Friday a US decision to deny Palestinian officials visas for next month's UN General Assembly, where France is leading a push to recognise a Palestinian state. "We thank (President Donald Trump) and the administration for this bold step and for standing by Israel once again," Gideon Saar posted on his official X account. "Thank you (Secretary of State Marco Rubio) for holding the "PLO" (Palestine......

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