WASHINGTON: US President Joe Biden will meet Israeli Prime Minister Naftali Bennett at the White House on August 26, Press Secretary Jen Psaki said. "The visit will also be an opportunity for the two leaders to discuss efforts to advance peace, security, and prosperity for Israelis and Palestinians and the importance of working towards a more peaceful and secure future for the region," she said.

"Prime Minister Bennett's visit will build up the enduring partnership between the United States and Israel, reflect the deep ties between our governments and our people, and underscore the US' unwavering commitment to Israel's security," Psaki was quoted as saying in a statement on Wednesday.

The President and Prime Minister Bennett will mull critical parameters related to regional and global security, including Iran. Bennett's visit is not expected to last more than 48 hours due to Covid-19 precautions, according to International media reports. It will be his second foreign visit since taking office in June, following an earlier trip to Jordan to meet with King Abdullah.

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