What the hell is going on

[**Jerusalem Post**](https://archive.is/xSxHQ) — At a time when Israel faces growing isolation around the world, the largest-ever delegation of US lawmakers, representing all 50 states, arrived in Israel.

Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and Foreign Minister Gideon Sa'ar both addressed the delegation at an event at the Foreign Ministry titled “50 States One Israel” on Monday.

“Welcome to Jerusalem, the eternal capital of Israel,” declared Lior Haiat, Deputy Director for North America at the Foreign Ministry, as he opened the event.

Speaking later to The Jerusalem Post, Haiat emphasized, "In a period like this, seeing bipartisan support from all 50 US states, in a historic event unprecedented in Israel’s history, reminds us that in difficult moments our true friends stand by our side."

The US lawmakers are in Israel for meetings with senior officials and tours across the country, underscoring their message that support for Israel in the US is a matter of national consensus.

“I thank you for coming here to stand with Israel. Thank you, Democrats and Republicans alike. We value and cherish your support. This is an active effort to counter attempts to besiege Israel - not isolated, not symbolic, but a real effort to push back," Netanyahu told the delegation.