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Mike Pence delays visit to Israel

The Knesset confirmed Mr Pence would now arrive next week, either on Tuesday or Wednesday

December 14, 2017 10:07
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Mike Pence, the United States Vice-President, has announced his is delaying his visit to Israel.

Mr Pence was expected to arrive in the country on Sunday but has been forced to re-arrange his plans because he is required to discuss tax reforms in Congress.

His trip comes after President Donald Trump's announcement that the US recognised Jerusalem as Israel's capital and will move the US embassy to the city.

According to Haaretz the delays are connected to the announcement.

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