Secretary Kerry had a constructive conversation with Prime Minister
Netanyahu today about how best to end the recent wave of violence, and
to offer U.S. support for efforts to restore calm as soon as possible.
The Secretary reiterated his public comments from yesterday, including
our strong condemnation of terrorist attacks against innocent civilians
and support for Israel’s right to defend its citizens.
The Secretary
made clear...
that he will continue to follow the situation closely and
that the U.S. will remain engaged in efforts to restore calm.
They also
discussed plans for a meeting in Europe in the near future.
