‘Israeli’ Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has canceled his visit to the Gaza peace summit in Egypt, according to Kan, ‘Israel’s’ public broadcaster, APA reports.
Netanyahu’s office says in a statement that the premier will be unable to attend due to “the timing coinciding with the start of the holiday”.
A statement by the Egyptian Presidency less than an hour ago confirmed Netanyahu’s attendance, although the latter’s office did not confirm it at the time.
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Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu will travel to Egypt, APA reports, citing the Egyptian Presidential Office.
The purpose of the visit is to participate in the Gaza summit to be held in Sharm el-Sheikh.
It should be noted that the summit in question will be held today.