Netanyahu meets Rachel of Ofakim
Netanyahu: "I am very moved to be here."
Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu visited the city of Ofakim today (Thursday), where he met with the survivors of the October 7 attack, including the famous Rachel of Ofakim.
Here's what he had to say:
"I am very moved to be here, together with my wife Sara, and lay a wreath for the heroes of Ofakim. There were supreme acts of heroism here by men and women, who stood up at the decisive moment. Even in the most difficult situation, they stood up as heroes and arose like lions. Some of them are here alongside us – including MK Deputy Minister Cohen. Thank you.
"I think that one saw the redemption here. Simply put, the entire world is impressed. But I want to tell you, I think that the people of Israel showed immense strength of spirit, daring and heroism, and a great force of life against those who came to destroy us. Our willpower is stronger than theirs. Our fighting spirit is stronger than theirs. And in the end, our strength of spirit is defeating them, defeating them here and defeating them there.
"With G-d's help, together we are ensuring – thanks to the fallen – the eternity of Israel. I would like to tell you from the heart, also to you Rachel, the people of Israel will win."