Vice President Kamala Harris spoke today with President Isaac Herzog of Israel to offer condolences for the horrific terror attack at a synagogue in Jerusalem, a senseless act of violence that took the lives of at least seven innocent victims at a place of worship. The Vice President also condemned and expressed concern about subsequent violent attacks. The Vice President offered all appropriate support to the Government and people of Israel in the coming days and beyond. The Vice President and President Herzog reflected on International Holocaust Remembrance Day, and discussed the importance of efforts to support Holocaust remembrance and combat antisemitism, including through Second Gentleman Douglas Emhoff’s trip to Poland and Germany. The Vice President stressed the unwavering commitment of the United States to Israel’s security, and reiterated U.S. support for efforts to advance stability and integration throughout the region.
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Official news published at https://www.whitehouse.gov/briefing-room/statements-releases/2023/01/28/readout-of-vice-president-harriss-call-with-president-herzog-of-israel-2/
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