Israeli president thanks Czech Republic for support on Prague visit

Israel’s president, Reuven Rivlin, has expressed thanks for the Czech Republic’s support for his country. He made the comment after a meeting with his Czech counterpart, Miloš Zeman, at Prague Castle on Wednesday on the first full day of an official visit to Prague. Mr. Zeman said that as long as he was in office he would continue to support Israel. The two states have traditionally enjoyed warm relations. The Czech president also said on Wednesday that he hoped Israel would back his plan for international anti-terrorism units under the UN Security Council. During his stay, Mr. Rivlin is also due to visit the Czech Senate and to meet the country’s prime minister, Bohuslav Sobotka.

Author: Ian Willoughby