‘Not getting involved’: US Vice President refuses to endorse Netanyahu
JD Vance's comments follow Donald Trump's backing of Israeli prime minister ahead of October 27 elections.
Al Jazeera English reports: JD Vance's comments follow Donald Trump's backing of Israeli prime minister ahead of October 27 elections.
This politics story centres on Israel. Names and organisations mentioned in the coverage include US Vice President, Netanyahu and JD Vance.
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- US Vice President, Netanyahu, JD Vance, Donald Trump
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