More Quotes
“The absence of reports on Hamas, coupled with outrageous public statements by Amnesty officials recently, comparing Israel to the terror group ISIL, cast serious doubt as to Amnesty’s capacity to play a constructive role in covering this issue.” (A statement issued by the Israeli Embassy in London on Amnesty International’s report on Operation Protective Edge, 09/12/2014)
“Limor made a significant contribution to the State of Israel in the range of positions she held in the government and the Knesset, and was a central figure in Israeli public life and in the Likud movement. I am convinced that Limor will continue to use her many talents to benefit Israel.”(A statement by Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, 08/12/2014)
“While we may disagree on tactics from time to time, when it comes to the core strategic goal – no nuclear weapon – there is not an inch of daylight between the United States and the state of Israel.” (US Secretary of State John Kerry speaking at the Saban Forum, 07/12/2014)
“Israel is a bright light in a very, very dark region, the only democracy in the Middle East and a valued ally of the United States… That’s why we’re considering this bill. To strengthen our relationship with the state and the people of Israel and to send a clear and unmistakable message to Israel’s foes. And that message is, America stands with Israel. Our relationship is based on shared cultural, societal, and historical ties, and is clearly ingrained in the values we hold dear. It is mutually beneficial and serves the strategic interests of both countries.” (US Congressman Eliot Engel speaking about legislation passed by the US Congress making Israel a ”major strategic partner” of the United States, 03/12/2014)
“You are proof that we can live side by side in peace, and we must not let difficult experiences – such as what you have been through – harm our belief in our ability to live side by side.” (Israel’s President Reuven (Rubi) Rivlin hosting children from the Max Rayne Hand in Hand bilingual Hebrew-Arabic school in Jerusalem, whose classrooms were set on fire in an arson attack last weekend, 03/12/2014)
“We believe that the way you’re going to get resolution here — we are going to have two states living side by side — isn’t through this kind of action; it’s through direct negotiations. And that’s our position and that’s where we’re going to stay.” (US State Department deputy spokesperson Marie Harf speaking to reporters, 02/12/2014)