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Remarks by Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu at the Start of Today's Government Meeting
Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, today (Sunday, 11 January 2026), at the start of the Government meeting [translated from Hebrew]:
"Israel is closely monitoring the events unfolding in Iran. The protests for freedom have spread throughout the country. The people of Israel, and the entire world, stand in awe of the immense bravery of Iran's citizens.
Israel supports their struggle for freedom and firmly condemns the mass killings of innocent civilians.
We all hope that the Persian nation will soon be liberated from the yoke of tyranny, and when that day comes, Israel and Iran will once again be faithful partners in building a future of prosperity and peace for both nations."
Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, today (Sunday, 11 January 2026), at the start of the Government meeting [translated from Hebrew]:
"Israel is closely monitoring the events unfolding in Iran. The protests for freedom have spread throughout the country. The people of Israel, and the entire world, stand in awe of the immense bravery of Iran's citizens.
Israel supports their struggle for freedom and firmly condemns the mass killings of innocent civilians.
We all hope that the Persian nation will soon be liberated from the yoke of tyranny, and when that day comes, Israel and Iran will once again be faithful partners in building a future of prosperity and peace for both nations."
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Yuval turned survival into strength, and pain into hope - despite threats, hostility and attempts to silence her. Yuval won hearts.✨✨✨
The popular vote told the real story: millions across Europe embraced her and her song. Her performance rose far above the noise. 📊❤️
Yuval’s courage in the face of hate may well be one of the reasons Israel is now considered an early favourite to win Eurovision 2026 - her story continues to inspire. 🎤✊✨
The popular vote told the real story: millions across Europe embraced her and her song. Her performance rose far above the noise. 📊❤️
Yuval’s courage in the face of hate may well be one of the reasons Israel is now considered an early favourite to win Eurovision 2026 - her story continues to inspire. 🎤✊✨
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We are appalled by the arson attack on the synagogue in Jackson, Mississippi, and by the desecration of this place of worship and the Torah scrolls it houses.
Antisemitism is a poisonous scourge. We are confident that the Mississippi authorities will take all necessary measures to investigate this despicable act and bring those responsible to justice.
Antisemitism is a poisonous scourge. We are confident that the Mississippi authorities will take all necessary measures to investigate this despicable act and bring those responsible to justice.
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(Communicated by the President's Spokesperson)
Monday, 12 January 2026 / 23 Tevet 5786
President Isaac Herzog Hosts Christian Leaders in the Holy Land for New Year’s Celebration
President Isaac Herzog hosted Christian leaders in the Holy Land for the traditional New Year's reception at the President's Residence in Jerusalem. This marked the first time the annual reception has been held at full capacity since the beginning of the war.
In his remarks at the event, President Herzog expressed his pride in Israel's Christian communities and emphasized that the State of Israel will continue to protect the freedom of worship for people of all faiths and communities. President Herzog also conveyed his profound appreciation for Israel's Christian friends in the Middle East and across the world.
From the remarks by President Isaac Herzog:
“How beautiful it is to gather together in the Holy Land, whose hills bear witness to thousands of years of faith, prayer, and divine inspiration, and to hope together for a joyous, prosperous, and peaceful new year for us all.
“We meet at a fragile, yet promising moment for the Holy Land and the broader Middle East. At this important crossroads, the choice must be made between conflicting paths, conflicting trajectories, and conflicting visions for this region. Our hearts go out to the Iranian people bravely marching for their freedom as we speak—and being ruthlessly repressed by a regime that is the root of so much evil in the world. Our hope and prayer is that all women and men can enjoy the same precious liberty we are blessed with and live in peace and harmony, free from tyranny and oppression.
“Just a few months ago, I had the opportunity to meet His Holiness, Pope Leo XIV, in Rome. We discussed then what I repeat here now, that it is the sacred obligation of all who believe to reject hatred, to affirm the divine image in each and every person, and to build bridges across religious and political divides. I also followed suit in a conversation with the Pope, just before Christmas, as he was in the Holy See. I believe that there is a real opportunity to advance and improve the relations between Israel and the Holy See in so many fields.
“My friends, your communities are a blessing to the State of Israel, adding richness, texture, and depth to our beautiful human tapestry. We are committed to ensuring that Christian communities can continue to grow and thrive, with full freedom of religion and worship. This is not merely a policy question—it flows from the very heart of our identity as a Jewish and democratic state. I want to state clearly: We will continue to safeguard the holy sites of all religions and to forcefully combat any disgraceful attempts to threaten, harass, or harm religious leaders, institutions, or worshippers.
“We also call for the protection of Christian communities across our region. No Christian, indeed no human being—in the Middle East, Africa, or anywhere in the world—should ever live in fear because of their faith.”
From the remarks of His Beatitude Theophilos III, Greek Orthodox Patriarch of Jerusalem:
“We would like to take this opportunity to wish all those who call this land home the blessings of this holy season.”
“The Scriptures remind us that ‘blessed are the peacemakers,’ and this is the call for all people of good will, regardless of our religious affirmation. Mr. President, your commitment to peace and to the well-being of all the people of the Holy Land and Israel is well known. We assure you that the Patriarch and the heads of the churches at this special gathering also remain steadfast in our spiritual mission to be messengers of peace and reconciliation, and to cooperate with you and with all those who bless peace and reconciliation before all others, as you promote the values of our common scriptures, fighting against all forms of antisemitism and Islamophobia.”
Attached video credit: Avi Kaner (GPO) / Sound credit: Gideon Arnold (GPO)
Attached photo credits: Maayan Toaf (GPO)
Benjamin Lee, benjaminl@president.gov.il, 050-6169572
Monday, 12 January 2026 / 23 Tevet 5786
President Isaac Herzog Hosts Christian Leaders in the Holy Land for New Year’s Celebration
President Isaac Herzog hosted Christian leaders in the Holy Land for the traditional New Year's reception at the President's Residence in Jerusalem. This marked the first time the annual reception has been held at full capacity since the beginning of the war.
In his remarks at the event, President Herzog expressed his pride in Israel's Christian communities and emphasized that the State of Israel will continue to protect the freedom of worship for people of all faiths and communities. President Herzog also conveyed his profound appreciation for Israel's Christian friends in the Middle East and across the world.
From the remarks by President Isaac Herzog:
“How beautiful it is to gather together in the Holy Land, whose hills bear witness to thousands of years of faith, prayer, and divine inspiration, and to hope together for a joyous, prosperous, and peaceful new year for us all.
“We meet at a fragile, yet promising moment for the Holy Land and the broader Middle East. At this important crossroads, the choice must be made between conflicting paths, conflicting trajectories, and conflicting visions for this region. Our hearts go out to the Iranian people bravely marching for their freedom as we speak—and being ruthlessly repressed by a regime that is the root of so much evil in the world. Our hope and prayer is that all women and men can enjoy the same precious liberty we are blessed with and live in peace and harmony, free from tyranny and oppression.
“Just a few months ago, I had the opportunity to meet His Holiness, Pope Leo XIV, in Rome. We discussed then what I repeat here now, that it is the sacred obligation of all who believe to reject hatred, to affirm the divine image in each and every person, and to build bridges across religious and political divides. I also followed suit in a conversation with the Pope, just before Christmas, as he was in the Holy See. I believe that there is a real opportunity to advance and improve the relations between Israel and the Holy See in so many fields.
“My friends, your communities are a blessing to the State of Israel, adding richness, texture, and depth to our beautiful human tapestry. We are committed to ensuring that Christian communities can continue to grow and thrive, with full freedom of religion and worship. This is not merely a policy question—it flows from the very heart of our identity as a Jewish and democratic state. I want to state clearly: We will continue to safeguard the holy sites of all religions and to forcefully combat any disgraceful attempts to threaten, harass, or harm religious leaders, institutions, or worshippers.
“We also call for the protection of Christian communities across our region. No Christian, indeed no human being—in the Middle East, Africa, or anywhere in the world—should ever live in fear because of their faith.”
From the remarks of His Beatitude Theophilos III, Greek Orthodox Patriarch of Jerusalem:
“We would like to take this opportunity to wish all those who call this land home the blessings of this holy season.”
“The Scriptures remind us that ‘blessed are the peacemakers,’ and this is the call for all people of good will, regardless of our religious affirmation. Mr. President, your commitment to peace and to the well-being of all the people of the Holy Land and Israel is well known. We assure you that the Patriarch and the heads of the churches at this special gathering also remain steadfast in our spiritual mission to be messengers of peace and reconciliation, and to cooperate with you and with all those who bless peace and reconciliation before all others, as you promote the values of our common scriptures, fighting against all forms of antisemitism and Islamophobia.”
Attached video credit: Avi Kaner (GPO) / Sound credit: Gideon Arnold (GPO)
Attached photo credits: Maayan Toaf (GPO)
Benjamin Lee, benjaminl@president.gov.il, 050-6169572
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Foreign Minister Gideon Sa'ar:
"For too long, the European Union has abstained - despite its so-called commitment to the values of democracy, freedom, and peace - from designating Iran’s Revolutionary Guards as a terrorist organization.
Today, the IRGC is leading the brutal suppression of the Iranian people’s protests and their struggle for freedom, in the same murderous manner in which it promoted terror across the Middle East and the world it large.
It is now slaughtering its own people.
When will you take action?"
"For too long, the European Union has abstained - despite its so-called commitment to the values of democracy, freedom, and peace - from designating Iran’s Revolutionary Guards as a terrorist organization.
Today, the IRGC is leading the brutal suppression of the Iranian people’s protests and their struggle for freedom, in the same murderous manner in which it promoted terror across the Middle East and the world it large.
It is now slaughtering its own people.
When will you take action?"
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Foreign Minister Gideon Sa'ar:
"Great meeting with Ethiopian State Minister of Foreign Affairs Hadera Abera Admassu.
We view Ethiopia as a long-term strategic partner and we will further strengthen ties. We discussed mutual challenges in our regions.
I said that the Iranian regime butchers its own people that are protesting and struggling for their freedom.
We're strengthening the longstanding Israeli-Ethiopian friendship! 🇮🇱🇪🇹"
"Great meeting with Ethiopian State Minister of Foreign Affairs Hadera Abera Admassu.
We view Ethiopia as a long-term strategic partner and we will further strengthen ties. We discussed mutual challenges in our regions.
I said that the Iranian regime butchers its own people that are protesting and struggling for their freedom.
We're strengthening the longstanding Israeli-Ethiopian friendship! 🇮🇱🇪🇹"
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Meet Simon Ngei from Kenya, an alumnus of the MASHAV Israel 11-month internship program, now running a successful chicken farm in Makueni county after hands-on training in Israel.
From training to implementation, MASHAV walks alongside its alumni as they turn skills into real, lasting impact back home — with continued on-the-ground support, including visits from Eytan Hatzor, the Embassy’s agriculture expert.
From training to implementation, MASHAV walks alongside its alumni as they turn skills into real, lasting impact back home — with continued on-the-ground support, including visits from Eytan Hatzor, the Embassy’s agriculture expert.
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Israeli Ambassador to the United Nations Danny Danon:
"The UN Secretary-General is trying to intimidate Israel. In a letter he sent to Prime Minister Netanyahu, he threatened to file a complaint with the International Court of Justice in The Hague against the State of Israel.
Instead of addressing the serious issue of UNRWA employees being involved in terrorism, he is trying to whitewash crimes committed by UNRWA, which acts as a subsidiary of Hamas.
We are done with UNRWA!"
"The UN Secretary-General is trying to intimidate Israel. In a letter he sent to Prime Minister Netanyahu, he threatened to file a complaint with the International Court of Justice in The Hague against the State of Israel.
Instead of addressing the serious issue of UNRWA employees being involved in terrorism, he is trying to whitewash crimes committed by UNRWA, which acts as a subsidiary of Hamas.
We are done with UNRWA!"
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Foreign Minister Gideon Sa'ar:
"In a conversation with French Foreign Minister Barrot, I called on France to support the designation of Iran’s Revolutionary Guards as a terrorist organization by the EU.
For decades, the IRGC has acted to spread terror and destabilization in the Middle East and beyond. Now, they are leading the murderous repression of the Iranian people, who are fighting for their freedom.
Designating the IRGC as a terrorist organization by the EU would be both a moral and an effective step, and would send a clear message to the Iranian people:
"We hear your voice. You are not alone."
"In a conversation with French Foreign Minister Barrot, I called on France to support the designation of Iran’s Revolutionary Guards as a terrorist organization by the EU.
For decades, the IRGC has acted to spread terror and destabilization in the Middle East and beyond. Now, they are leading the murderous repression of the Iranian people, who are fighting for their freedom.
Designating the IRGC as a terrorist organization by the EU would be both a moral and an effective step, and would send a clear message to the Iranian people:
"We hear your voice. You are not alone."
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Activism cannot be selective. Human rights aren’t a trend. The Islamic Republic is slaughtering Iranians. No pins. No statements. All we hear is crickets.
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