President Isaac Herzog on Sunday expressed shock and grief over the sudden death of Sen. Lindsey Graham (R-SC), calling him a 'beacon of moral clarity' and a 'true leader of the U.S.-Israel partnership.' Herzog's statement is the latest in a wave of Israeli tributes following the confirmation of Graham's death earlier Sunday.
President Isaac Herzog on Sunday eulogized the late Sen. Lindsey Graham (R-SC), expressing shock and grief over his sudden death. In a statement, Herzog called Graham a 'beacon of moral clarity' and a 'true leader of the U.S.-Israel partnership,' recalling his personal friendship and unwavering support for Israel.
Herzog's statement is the latest in a series of Israeli tributes following the confirmation of Graham's death earlier Sunday. As The Zioneer reported, Foreign Minister Israel Katz, Shas chairman Aryeh Deri, and Yossi Dagan of the Shomron Regional Council were among those who eulogized the senator, praising his uncompromising support for Israel and his role in strengthening the U.S.-Israel alliance. Graham, 71, served as a Republican senator from South Carolina since 2003 and was a prominent advocate for Israel in Congress. The cause of death has not been officially disclosed.
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- StrongIsraeli ambassador to Washington eulogizes Sen. Lindsey Graham
- DevelopingRon Dermer eulogizes Lindsey Graham: 'One of the greatest friends Israel ever had'
- DevelopingIsrael Katz eulogizes Lindsey Graham: 'True friend of Israel, one of its strongest supporters'
- StrongLindsey Graham in March: 'I will be with Israel until our dying day'
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