Barack Obama actually said...

"On behalf of the American people, I wish President Peres, Prime Minister Netanyahu, and the Israeli people a joyous Yom Ha'atzmaut."

"Today, thanks to his courage and determined effort, our resources are better protected and more tribes are able to enjoy the rights preserved for them more than a century ago."

"I applaud Djibouti's commitment to lowering unemployment, reducing poverty, and improving access to energy, water, and health care."

"We look forward to deepening cooperation that benefits the people of Djibouti as well as the people of the United States of America."