US envoy to Israel submits credentials to Pres Herzog, takes charge

[Collection]Israeli President Isaac Herzog accepted the credentials of newly appointed US Ambassador to Israel Jack Lew. The appointment was fast-tracked due to the escalating conflict between Hamas and Israel in Gaza. During the credential-receiving ceremony, President Herzog expressed gratitude for the support of the United States and emphasized the importance of the friendship between the two countries. Ambassador Lew acknowledged the challenging times and pledged to prioritize working towards securing the release of hostages held by Hamas.