His trip to the Middle East could be seen as showcasing that relationship. Trump's the first US President to visit the Western Wall while in office.
That sparked controversy as it's a Jewish Holy Site on disputed territory.
Trump also headed to Bethlehem to meet with the President of the Palestinian Authority, Mahmoud Abbas.
Their talks centred on the Israel-Palestine Peace Process. Trump has repeatedly said he hopes to reopen negotiations,
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