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“This is more than just a flight, it’s prophecy in motion,” said Peter Fast, International CEO of Bridges for Peace.
The Israeli president expresses solidarity with the community, calling them an inseparable part of Israel and Israeli society.
Ambassador Mike Huckabee previously criticized the Jewish state for new changes he said caused “serious challenges bureaucratically and financially” for Christians.
“If arson is confirmed, justice will be pursued regardless of race or background,” police stressed.
While expressing concern for the Druze of Sweida, leading E.U. member states and the bloc itself say Jerusalem should not get involved.
Jerusalem is also reinforcing border security to deter further unrest.
“All factions must immediately lay down their arms,” said Ambassador Thomas Barrack.
Washington “will certainly insist that those who carry out acts of terror and violence in Taybeh—or anywhere—be found and be prosecuted,” said the U.S. ambassador to Israel.
At least 718 people have been killed since sectarian violence erupted.
The deputy Israeli envoy said the Jewish state has “an unwavering moral obligation to safeguard the Druze population, with whom we share deep historic and national bonds.”
The pontiff presses for renewed talks after Israeli shell hits church.
Foreign Minister Gideon Sa’ar demands Damascus be held accountable for the violence in Suweida.
