Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu thanks Donald Trump for support (Photo: ANI)
JERUSALEM: Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu sent effusive birthday wishes to US President Donald Trump on Saturday, praising him as a staunch ally as Israel continued to bombard its arch foe Iran.There had been reports in the Israeli press of friction between the two in recent weeks. “Happy Birthday to you, President Donald J. Trump,” Netanyahu said in a statement. “You’ve been an extraordinary leader, decisive, courageous, with a clear vision and clear action. You have done great things for Israel.” He also extended wishes to the US military on its 250th anniversary. REUTERS