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US House Speaker Mike Johnson Praises Israel's 'Biblical Highway' Designation
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US House Speaker Mike Johnson has praised Israel's designation of Highway 60 as the "Biblical Highway," calling it a symbol of the Jewish people's ancient connection to the land. The Israeli government approved the name "Derech HaTanach" as part of a plan to develop the route for tourism and heritage. The highway connects numerous biblical sites in Judea and Samaria, and the project aims to attract international visitors.
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- US House Speaker Mike Johnson praised Israel's designation of Highway 60 as the "Biblical Highway."
- The Israeli government officially named Highway 60 "Derech HaTanach" to boost tourism and heritage.
- The "Biblical Highway" connects significant biblical sites across Judea and Samaria.
- Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and Transportation Minister Miri Regev advanced the initiative.
- The project aims to attract international visitors, especially Christian tourists and biblical scholars.
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