18 Jul 2012

President Obama's Call with Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu

The White House releases a summary of a call between President Obama and Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu, in which the president offered his condolences and assistance following the terrorist attack targeting Israeli tourists in Bulgaria

THE WHITE HOUSE
Office of the Press Secretary
July 18, 2012

Readout of the President’s Call with Prime Minister Netanyahu

The President called Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu today to offer his condolences and assistance following the terrorist attack targeting Israeli tourists in Bulgaria. The President strongly condemned this outrageous attack that killed and wounded innocent Israelis and Bulgarians, including Israeli children. The President pledged to stand with Israel in this difficult time, and provide whatever assistance is necessary to identify and bring to justice the perpetrators. The President reaffirmed our unshakeable commitment to Israel’s security and our deep friendship and solidarity with the Israeli people.

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Washington Updated:

2012-07-18 22:43:34 GMT

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