Dempsey Arrives in Israel, First Stop on Middle East Trip

You are subscribed to American Forces News Articles for U.S. Department of Defense. This information has recently been updated, and is now available. Dempsey Arrives in Israel, First Stop on Middle East Trip 08/12/2013 09:28 AM CDT Dempsey Arrives in Israel, First Stop on Middle East Trip By Karen Parrish American Forces Press Service TEL AVIV, ISRAEL, Aug. 12, 2013 - Army Gen. Martin E. Dempsey, chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff, arrived here today on the first stop of a trip that will also take him to Jordan. Dempsey will meet with senior Israeli government and defense leaders during his stay, according to senior defense officials. The main purpose of the general's visit here is to engage with allies and affirm partnership with Israel and Jordan, officials said. Announcing the trip last week, a senior official said that while here, the chairman expects to discuss the unwavering U.S. commitment to Israel's security, in addition to potential threats from Iran, the ongoing civil war in Syria and uncertainty in the Sinai. In Jordan, Dempsey plans to visit U.S. troops and to gain a richer understanding of how the conflict in Syria is affecting Jordan and the region the official added. The chairman last visited Israel in October, and his last trip to Jordan was in April 2012.  Biographies: Army Gen. Martin E. Dempsey   Defense Department News Through Facebook On American Forces Press Service's Facebook page, you can post comments and share news, photos and videos. Go to http://www.facebook.com/pages/American-Forces-Press-Service/65137437532 or search for American Forces Press Service at Facebook.com. Update your subscriptions, modify your password or e-mail address, or stop subscriptions at any time by clicking on your 'User Profile' page at https://public.govdelivery.com/accounts/USDOD/subscriber/edit?preferences=true#tab1. You will need to use your e-mail address to log in. If you have questions or problems with the subscription service, please e-mail support@govdelivery.com. Have another inquiry? Visit the online FAQ at http://www.defense.gov/landing/questions.aspx for up-to-date information. Get the help you, your family, and fellow servicemembers need, when you need it. Visit www.WarriorCare.mil to learn more. Check out the National Resource Directory at www.nationalresourcedirectory.org, a new web-based resource for wounded, ill and injured service members, veterans, their families, families of the fallen and those who support them from the Departments of Defense, Labor, and Veterans Affairs. This service is provided to you at no charge by U.S. Department of Defense. Visit us on the web at http://www.defense.gov/. Updates from the U.S. Department of Defense