US Ambassador Meets Chief Rabbis, Discusses Combating Antisemitism
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- U.S. Ambassador Mike Harkey met with Israel's Chief Rabbis.
- Discussions focused on U.S.-Israel ties and fighting antisemitism.
- The rabbis thanked President Trump for his support of Israel.
- Interfaith dialogue to reduce hostility was also considered.
- Ambassador Harkey affirmed U.S. commitment to Jewish heritage.
U.S. Ambassador to Israel, Mike Harkey, paid a festive visit to the residences of Israel's Chief Rabbis, David Yosef and Kalman Meir Bar, in honor of the Sukkot holiday. The meeting focused on strengthening ties between the United States and Israel, and on the joint fight against antisemitism.
During the gathering, the Chief Rabbis expressed gratitude to U.S. President Donald Trump, calling him a "true friend and a righteous gentile" for his support of Israel and the Jewish people. They also thanked Ambassador Harkey for his efforts in bolstering diplomatic relations.
The rabbis emphasized the importance of the U.S. administration's continued decisive action to eradicate antisemitism and enhance the security of Jewish communities worldwide. The possibility of organizing interfaith dialogues to foster mutual understanding and reduce hostility was also discussed.
Ambassador Harkey stated at the conclusion of the meeting, "It was a great honor to meet with the Chief Rabbis of Israel during Sukkot. I reiterated the United States' commitment to preserving Jewish heritage and thanked the rabbis for their leadership."
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