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Netanyahu and Zelenskyy unite to honor Lindsey Graham after his death

The Independent

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July 12, 2026

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Netanyahu and Zelenskyy unite to honor Lindsey Graham after his death

Leaders of NATO allies, Ukraine and Israel paid tribute to U.S. Sen. Lindsey Graham as a friend, partner and advocate of trans-Atlantic relations

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CNN

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· Jul 13, 2026

How the loss of Sen. Lindsey Graham is felt on the world stage

After the sudden death of US Sen. Lindsey Graham (R-S.C), world leaders like Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu are mourning the relationship they had with the senator who was well known on the global stage. CNN’s Oren Liebermann reports.

We The Media

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· Jul 12, 2026

[Media] Today we bid farewell to a true American patriot, Senator Lindsey Graham.

Today we bid farewell to a true American patriot, Senator Lindsey Graham. Nobody represented America quite like him, a tireless defender of frequent flyer miles to Tel Aviv.He loved his country so much that, by his own account, he made sure to visit Israel every two weeks.Godspeed, patriot. My condolences to Netanyahu for losing one of his most loyal customers.XPOSTX (formerly Twitter)PepeChiQ (@PepeChiQ) on XToday we bid farewell to a true American patriot, Senator Lindsey Graham. Nobody represented America quite like him, a tireless defender of frequent flyer miles to Tel Aviv. He loved his country so much that, by his own account, he made sure to visit Israel every two weeks.

The Jerusalem Post

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· Jul 12, 2026

'One of Israel's greatest friends': Netanyahu, Herzog lead tributes as Israel mourns Lindsey Graham

Graham's death was announced on Sunday by his office on social media.

World Israel News

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· Jul 12, 2026

WATCH: ‘A great American patriot’ – Netanyahu praises deceased Lindsey Graham

Prime Minister Netanyahu publicly eulogized Lindsey Graham after the senator was suddenly pronounced dead at 71 years old, calling him a great friend of Israel and saying that he will miss him terribly. The post WATCH: ‘A great American patriot’ – Netanyahu praises deceased Lindsey Graham appeared first on World Israel News.

Arutz Sheva

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· Jul 12, 2026

Netanyahu: Israel has lost one of its greatest friends

Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu mourns death of US Senator Lindsey Graham, says he 'devoted his life to defending America, strengthening our alliance and standing up for the free world.'

The Tribune

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· Jul 12, 2026

‘America lost a great patriot, Israel lost champion’: Netanyahu mourns Lindsey Graham’s death

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu expressed deep shock and sorrow over the death of US Senator Lindsey Graham, describing him as a great patriot, a steadfast supporter of Israel, and a close personal friend.

USA TODAY

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· Jul 13, 2026

Trump, Biden, politicians across the globe react to Lindsey Graham sudden death

Democrats, Republicans and international politicians reacted to Lindsey Graham's death. Read more: https://tinyurl.com/mvpufs93 Sign up for our newsletter for the day's top stories, from sports to movies to politics to world events: https://profile.usatoday.com/newsletters/daily-briefing/

Russia Today

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· Jul 12, 2026

Lindsey Graham was a monster, but not exceptional

Lindsey Graham’s death has prompted glowing tributes from Western leaders, but his record on Gaza, Iran and Ukraine tells a far darker story Read Full Article at RT.com

Haaretz

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· Jun 28, 2026

Don't support Netanyahu's wars, Bennett

Don't support Netanyahu's wars, Bennett

NBC News

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· Jul 13, 2026

A Look at Lindsey Graham’s Political Legacy and Impact

Meet the Press Moderator Kristen Welker joins TODAY to discuss Sen. Lindsey Graham’s vast political legacy and share what he was like off camera. She also breaks down how his death impacts United States foreign policy with the wars in Iran and Ukraine.

The Daily Beast

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· Jul 12, 2026

Shock Details of Lindsey Graham’s Emergency Revealed

Valentyn Ogirenko / REUTERSRepublican Senator and Trump ally Lindsey Graham,71, died just hours after returning from a trip to Kyiv, Ukraine.In a statement, Graham’s office said he died on Saturday night “from a brief and sudden illness.” He was photographed meeting with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky in Ukraine on Friday.Emergency responders worked to stabilize a man at Graham’s home on Saturday night, then transported him to the hospital, according to police scanner audio obtained by The Washington Post.Read more at The Daily Beast.

Times of India

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· Jul 12, 2026

'So sweet I'll read it twice': Iran celebrates Graham's death as Trump, Netanyahu mourn

'So sweet I'll read it twice': Iran celebrates Graham's death as Trump, Netanyahu mourn

Off The Press

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· Jul 12, 2026

Bush: Graham understood US involvement abroad as way to ‘resist tyranny’

Former President George W. Bush reacted to GOP Sen. Lindsey Graham’s death on Sunday. “Laura and I were saddened to wake up to the shocking news of Senator Lindsey Graham’s death. He was a knowledgeable Senator who understood how the world works and how important America’s international engagement is to resist tyranny,” Bush said in []...Click to read more

News24

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· Jun 25, 2026

News24 | Netanyahu increasingly isolated, constrained as US-Iran deal unravels his legacy

The biggest casualty of the US-Iran deal may not be Israel’s Iran strategy, but the political brand Benjamin Netanyahu spent decades building as the Israeli leader who could uniquely bend Washington to his will on Iran, analysts, former US officials and diplomats say.

Twitchy

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· Jun 26, 2026

Dan Bongino Waxing POETIC About Just How MUCH Democrats Hate America Is a Hilariously BEAUTIFUL Thing

Dan Bongino Waxing POETIC About Just How MUCH Democrats Hate America Is a Hilariously BEAUTIFUL Thing

Jewish News Syndicate

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· Jul 12, 2026

'Israel has lost one of its greatest friends': Netanyahu mourns Lindsey Graham

I have lost a beloved friend, said the Israeli premier.

The Hill

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· Jul 13, 2026

GOP grapples with Graham death, McConnell absence: Join the live discussion

Sen. Lindsey Graham's shocking death over the weekend is cutting further into the Senate GOP's majority, particularly with Sen. Mitch McConnell absent. Plus, the on-again Iran war causes more headaches for the Trump administration. Join The Hill editor-in-chief Ian Swanson, defense and foreign policy editor Colin Meyn and Senate reporter Alexander Bolton for an in-depth discussion and QA on these...

Sweden Herald

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· Jul 12, 2026

Expert: Graham’s death weakens Ukraine support in the US Senate

Expert: Graham’s death weakens Ukraine support in the US Senate

Drudge Report

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· Jun 22, 2026

Netanyahu bet everything on Trump -- and Israel lost...

Netanyahu bet everything on Trump -- and Israel lost... (First column, 4th story, link) Related stories:FOX Levin Meltdown... Drudge Report Feed needs your support! Become a Patron

All Israel News

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· Jul 6, 2026

'Death to Trump, Netanyahu': Weeklong Khamenei funeral continues across Iran, Iraq

'Death to Trump, Netanyahu': Weeklong Khamenei funeral continues across Iran, Iraq

Daily Express US

· Jul 13, 2026

Lindsey Graham 'went ballistic' at Benjamin Netanyahu in final phone call before death

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu recounted one of his last conversations with the late South Carolina Sen. Lindsey Graham during an appearance on Fox.

Sky News Australia

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· Jul 7, 2026

Mojtaba’s absence from Ali Khamenei’s funeral reignites speculation over his fate

Sky News host James Macpherson reacts to the funeral of former Iranian supreme leader Ali Khamenei as millions gather to mourn his loss. “The son who now matters most, new Supreme Leader Mojtaba Khamenei, was nowhere to be seen,” Mr Macpherson said. “Mojtaba was wounded in the same Israeli strike that killed his father, but four months on, he’s not been seen in public. “It was your classic supreme leader funeral, with a bit of open incitement, crowds chanting revenge and a regime poet declaring Trump’s assassination ‘our duty’.”

Washington Examiner

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· Jul 12, 2026

Graham’s reputation as major foreign policy voice exemplified by final day in Ukraine

Former Sen. Lindsey Graham solidified his reputation as a foreign policy-focused presence in Congress with a bookend visit to Ukraine, where he spent part of his final day. Graham made his 10th wartime visit to Ukraine in the days before his death, meeting with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky on Friday. He also toured a secret []

Al Arabiya English

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· Jul 5, 2026

Ali Khamenei's Sons Attend Funeral in Tehran

Footage shows the three sons of slain Iranian leader Ali Khamenei — Mostafa, Meysam, and Masoud Khamenei — joining mass mourners in Tehran. His son and successor, Mojtaba Khamenei, did not make an appearance. #Iran

Iran Herald

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· Jul 12, 2026

Israeli PM condoles death of pro-Israeli US Senator Graham

Tel Aviv [Israel], July 12 (ANI): Israel Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu on Saturday (local time) condoled the death of US Senator Lindsey Graham, who had been a fierce advocate of Israel.Netanyahu recollected that Graham was a great friend of Israel.In a post on X, he said, 'Sara and I grieve with the American people over the loss of our dear friend, Senator Lindsey Graham. In our recent meeting, I sai

The Young Turks

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· Jun 24, 2026

Mamdani Makes AIPAC CRY!!! #breakingnews #tyt #cenkuygur #anakasparian

Zohran Mamdani’s candidates destroyed Israel backed goons and shills like Dan Goldman and last night‘s primary elections in New York City, in a undeniable review of the pack and establishment democrats’ hopes and dreams for chaos in Israel, Palestine, Lebanon and beyond. Ana Kasparian and Cenk Uygur feast on the tears of their spokespeople, debunking allegations that sound like they come from Donald Trump and Benjamin Netanyahu as much as they would Nancy Pelosi, Hakeem Jeffries, and Chuck Schumer. The revolution is upon us!

BRICS News

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· Jul 2, 2026

[Photo] JUST IN: 🇷🇺🇮🇱 Russian Council Deputy Speaker Kosachev says Israeli Prime Minister Neta [...]

JUST IN: Russian Council Deputy Speaker Kosachev says Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu could be imprisoned if Iran war ends.Israel is the only clear loser in the Iran war.For Mr. Netanyahuthe loss of his immunity would mean prison time.@BRICSNews

Associated Press

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· Jul 12, 2026

Sen. Lindsey Graham dies after a 'brief and unexpected illness' at 71

U.S. Sen. Lindsey Graham, one of President Donald Trump's closest allies in Congress who traveled the globe to advocate for a more muscular U.S. foreign policy abroad, died Saturday evening after a “brief and sudden illness,” his office said in a statement on social media. He was 71. (Produced by Elaine Carroll) #lindseygraham #news Subscribe: http://smarturl.it/AssociatedPress Read more: https://apnews.com​ This video may be available for archive licensing via https://newsroom.ap.org/home

Al Jazeera English

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· Jul 12, 2026

Lindsey Graham, hardline backer of US-Israeli wars, dies aged 71 | AJ #shorts

US Senator Lindsey Graham, a key ally of Israel and one of Washington’s most prominent foreign policy hawks, has died aged 71 after a sudden illness, leaving behind a controversial record of supporting US military interventions. Subscribe to our channel: http://bit.ly/AJSubscribe Follow us on X : https://twitter.com/AJEnglish Find us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/aljazeera Check our website: http://www.aljazeera.com/ Check out our Instagram page: https://www.instagram.com/aljazeeraenglish/ Download AJE Mobile App: https://aje.news/AJEMobile

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