Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu ushered in the Jewish
new year on Wednesday with a message of strength and unity.
In a video issued
by the Prime Minister's Office, Netanyahu said that the Jews "defied the
laws of history" and "Jewish unity is a major part of our collective
strength."
He expressed confidence "that
Jewish communities will continue to stand by Israel" and Israel would do
the same for them.
He also touched on some of the
hot button issues of the moment, saying that Iran's nuclear program must be
stopped, and any peace with the Palestinians must be "real and
enduring." In the face of regional upheaval, he said, "we remain an
oasis of democracy, stability, tolerance, and liberty."
More than anything,
Netanyahu's message was one of faith in Israel and the Jewish people's capacity
to survive and prosper. "Together," he said, "we can continue to
achieve great things for Jewish people and the world.... Shana
tova umetuka. It means a good year and a sweet new year. I hope you
have both."
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