That's what US President Joe Biden is doing in Palestine

US President Joe Biden met with Palestinian President Mahmoud Abbas in Bethlehem on the West Bank on Friday (July 15, 2022) local time.

When Biden arrived, he was presented with a bouquet of flowers by two Palestinian children.

The US national anthem was played before Biden entered Abbas' office.

In the West Bank, Biden is set to announce about $200 million in additional aid to Palestine.

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Regarding aid to the Palestinian state, Mr. Biden is unlikely to launch new diplomatic initiatives during his visit.

Palestinian officials have expressed disappointment at the US' inability to resume peace talks.