For Immediate Release
Office of the Press Secretary
November 21, 2001

Statement by the Press Secretary
Statement by the Press Secretary
Israeli Prime Minister Sharon to Visit Washington

President Bush will welcome Israeli Prime Minister Sharon to the White House for a working visit December 3-4, 2001.  The United States and Israel share common interests in many areas, including the international campaign against terrorism and the pursuit of peace in the Middle East.  The President looks forward to discussing these and other bilateral and regional issues with the Prime Minister.

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