Netanyahu's Kazakhstan, Azerbaijan visit touts Israel’s popularity

PanARMENIAN.Net - Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu took off Tuesday, December 13 morning for Kazakhstan and Azerbaijan, pointing to his trip to the two Muslim countries as an indication that rather than being politically isolated, Israel is courted by countries around the world, The Times of Israel reports.

Speaking to reporters at the airport, the prime minister said the trip was a further indication of Israeli success in developing relationships with Muslim counties.

“These are two large and significant countries in the Muslim world, and our goal is to strengthen diplomatic, security, and economic ties with them,” Netanyahu said. “In complete contrast to what you have heard now and then, not only does Israel not suffer from political isolation, Israel is a courted country.”

“These countries very much want to strengthen ties to Israel, and following the strengthening of our ties with Asian powers, African countries, and Latin American countries, now is the time for relations with important countries in the Muslim world. This is part of a clear policy of reaching out. Israeli relations are blossoming in an unprecedented way.”