Deri expressed deep sorrow over the senator's sudden death, calling him a courageous ally who fought uncompromisingly against Iran and terror, and contributed to strengthening the U.S.-Israel alliance. The statement follows a wave of Israeli tributes to Graham, whose death was confirmed earlier Sunday.
Shas chairman Aryeh Deri on Sunday morning issued a statement mourning the sudden death of U.S. Senator Lindsey Graham, whom he called 'one of the greatest friends of the State of Israel and a righteous Gentile of our generation.' Deri highlighted Graham's unwavering support for Israel, his fight against the Iranian 'axis of evil,' and his role in strengthening the U.S.-Israel alliance. The statement is the latest in a series of tributes from Israeli leaders and public figures since Graham's death was confirmed earlier Sunday morning. As The Zioneer reported, Graham's office confirmed his passing from a sudden illness at 09:10 Jerusalem time, followed by eulogies from Shomron Regional Council head Yossi Dagan and journalist Amichai Stein.
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