“President Biden spoke with Prime Minister Bennett today and conveyed warm congratulations on his appointment as Prime Minister of Israel.
President Biden highlighted his long standing support for the US-Israeli relationship and his unwavering commitment to Israel's security, ”the statement said.
It is noted that the leaders agreed to hold close consultations on regional security issues.
Earlier, the leader of the Yamina party, Naftali Bennett, took the oath as Prime Minister of Israel at a parliamentary session.