The outgoing Israeli army chief is set to visit the US

Israel's Chief of the General Staff, Lieutenant General Herzi Halevi, is set to travel on an official visit to the United States from February 17 to 20, 2025.

The three-day visit comes a few weeks before Halevi steps down in March.

Israel's Chief of the General Staff will meet with the chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff, the Commander of the US Central Command (CENTCOM), and other senior officials to discuss key strategic and operational issues.

Halevi “will take the opportunity to express his gratitude to his counterparts for their support, commitment, and personal ties,” the statement said.

The will take the opportunity to express his gratitude to his counterparts for their support, commitment, and personal ties. Additionally, he will explore ways to further enhance this cooperation

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