Israel welcomes Trump's choice as UN ambassador

Israel has welcomed the choice of US President-elect Donald Trump to represent his incoming administration at the United Nations.

Trump’s choice, South Carolina Gov. Nikki Haley has been a critic of the anti-occupation BDS movement and a strong supporter of the State of Israel.

“Her presence as ambassador will be reassuring to all those who are concerned about the increasing hostility of the United Nations toward Israel,” South Carolina Sen. Lindsey Graham said.

Israel’s ambassador to the UN, Danny Danon also welcomed Haley’s appointment on Wednesday.

“Governor Haley is longstanding and true friend of Israel and is an outspoken fighter against the BDS movement in her state, and throughout the US,” he said in a statement.