Politics

President Obama in Israel

In his first trip to Israel as president, Obama told Israel that the U.S. is its "strongest ally" and "greatest friend." His presence wasn't well received by all groups, however.

President Barack Obama, center right, and Israeli President Shimon Peres wave in Jerusalem, March 20, 2013. Obama arrived Wednesday in Israel for his first visit to the country, and only his second to the Middle East, outside of a quick jaunt to Iraq, since taking office. He will also be making his first trips as president to the Palestinian Authority and Jordan during his trip.

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Children welcome Obama

President Barack Obama, center right, and Israeli President Shimon Peres wave in Jerusalem, March 20, 2013. Obama arrived Wednesday in Israel for his first visit to the country, and only his second to the Middle East, outside of a quick jaunt to Iraq, since taking office. He will also be making his first trips as president to the Palestinian Authority and Jordan during his trip.

Credit: AP Photo/Sebastian Scheiner

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