In honor of Independence Day: Dozens of leaders from around the world sent letters, wishes and congratulations to President Yitzhak Herzog.
Prominent leaders: US President Joe Biden, Russian President Vladimir Putin and Turkish Prime Minister Recep Tayyip Erdogan, French President-elect Emanuel Macron and British Prime Minister Boris Johnson.
US President Joe Biden said in his photo greeting: "Close and long-standing friendship between our countries began as soon as the United States became the first country in the world to recognize Israel as an independent state, just 11 minutes after its establishment.
Biden and Bennett at their meeting in August at the White House, Photo: Avi Ohayon GPO
In 74 years of progress and partnership, we have achieved a great deal together.
From collaborations in groundbreaking scientific and technological research to the creation of new regional ties that will ensure Israel's security.
"The partnership between Israel and the United States was essential for the United States and I believe for Israel as well. The ties between us are strong. And I am proud to stand by Israel today and always. Happy Independence Day."
French President Emmanuel Macron said in a photo greeting: "You know my deep connection to Israel. The closeness between our countries has roots that begin with the human ties that connect us. You can count on me to work to strengthen it at all levels, including the EU. I wish you all a happy Independence Day. From me and the whole of France. "
"The closeness between our countries has roots that begin with the human connections that connect us."
President of France Macron (Archive) // Photo: AFP,
Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan, who hosted President Herzog just two months ago, wrote in a letter: Ours, as well as regional peace and stability. "
Russian President Vladimir Putin wrote in a letter: "I extend my sincere wishes on the occasion of Israel's Independence Day. I believe that relations between Russia and Israel, based on the principles of friendship and mutual respect, will continue to develop for the benefit of our people and for strengthening peace and security in the Middle East. Good and great success, as well as joy and prosperity for all the citizens of Israel. "
"Cooperation between our countries will develop in a way that will serve our mutual national interests" Presidents Herzog and Erdogan, Photo: GPO
"Relationships based on the principles of friendship and mutual respect."
Putin and Bennett, Photo: Kobi Gideon, GPO
British Prime Minister Boris Johnson tweeted: "I wish Israel and my friends Yitzhak Herzog and Naftali Bennett a happy Independence Day. The United Kingdom has always stood by Israel and its right to live in a way that every country should live in: peace, prosperity, and security."
Wishing Israel and my friends @Isaac_Herzog and @naftalibennett a very happy Independence Day.
The UK has always stood by Israel and its right to live as any nation should be able to - in peace, prosperity and security 🇬🇧🇮🇱
- Boris Johnson (@BorisJohnson) May 5, 2022
Chinese President Xi Jinping wrote in a letter to President Herzog's office that "Since the establishment of diplomatic relations between China and Israel 30 years ago, the two countries have maintained close relations at all levels, as cooperation between the two peoples continued to grow and friendship continued to deepen. Last year, we reached a broad consensus on our bilateral relations and on issues that are important to both sides.Because I attach great importance to China-Israel relations, I would like to work with you to deepen political trust between China and Israel, strengthen cooperation for both parties, "The comprehensive innovative partnership between China and Israel to new heights. I wish the State of Israel prosperity, and happiness for its citizens."
King Felipe VI of Spain wrote to the President: "On the occasion of the Independence Day of the State of Israel, I would like to convey to you, Your Honor, my heartfelt congratulations together with the Spanish government and people. Please accept, Mr. President, my wishes for personal well-being, peace and prosperity . "
Japanese Prime Minister Fumio Kishida noted in a videotaped greeting that Israel and Japan mark 70 years of diplomatic relations and said: "I am determined to bring Japan-Israel relations to new heights and work for the realization of peace in the Middle East. I wish Israel progress and prosperity."
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