Trump, Netanyahu, and Zelensky Attend Senator Lindsey Graham's Funeral in Washington

World leaders and senior officials gathered on July 28 at the National Cathedral in Washington for the funeral of Republican Senator Lindsey Graham. Among those attending were former U.S. President Donald Trump, Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, and Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky, along with numerous American dignitaries. Prior to the ceremony, Netanyahu held extended discussions with U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio and Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth, though the details of their conversation were not disclosed.

Lindsey Graham, who represented South Carolina in the Senate, passed away suddenly on July 11 at the age of 71 due to heart disease. Trump, who initially faced opposition from Graham early in his political career but later gained his strong support, described him as a "great politician and a great gentleman," noting their relationship evolved into a close friendship.

Graham was widely recognized for his staunch support of Israel and Ukraine, as well as his firm stance against Russia and Iran. Notably, he met with President Zelensky in Kyiv just one day before his death during his tenth visit to Ukraine since the Russian invasion began. In his final days, Graham actively worked to advance a new bipartisan sanctions package against Russia.