PM Netanyahu: We welcome the announcement of Prince William's visit to Israel. This is a historic visit, the first of its kind, and he will be welcomed here with great affection."

Director General Rotem: "We must make sure that historical truths are preserved, that there be no restrictions on the freedom of research and speech, and that the wide threat of criminalization in this regard is addressed and resolved."

A high-level Polish governmental delegation will arrive in Israel tomorrow to participate in a dialogue with their Israeli counterparts.

PM Netanyahu and Jerusalem Mayor Barkat have agreed that a professional team led by Minister Hanegbi will formulate a solution to the issue of municipal taxes (which do not apply to houses of worship).

Prime Minister Netanyahu expressed desire to enhance bilateral cooperation and said that Israel is greatly interested in ties with Brazil and believes in their latent potential.

It is the strong who survive; you must be capable of defending yourself. My policy is zero trickles. There is no such thing as a trickle or drizzle. We respond immediately. This has not always been the policy but it is proving itself.

The President reiterated Israel’s concerns regarding Iran’s involvement in the region, and their efforts to destabilize the Middle East, and noted that Iran posed a threat to the whole world, especially in their efforts to achieve nuclear weapons.

We are constantly upgrading our military-intelligence capability. We are constantly striving to ensure our unique advantage and we respond vigorously to any violation of our sovereignty. Whoever hurts us – we will hurt him with great strength.

President Trump’s decision to move the US embassy to Jerusalem is a great moment for the citizens of Israel and an historic moment for the State of Israel. This will have significant and historic long-range implications.

This is a great moment for the State of Israel. President Trump's decision to move the American Embassy to Jerusalem will make our Independence Day celebration even happier.

PM Netanyahu: "You are engaged in establishing the present and ensuring the future of the people of Israel."

Our relationship with the United States is an indispensable alliance and it is different from anything else. It is an absolute foundation of our security. We enjoy the support of the American people and it’s actually been growing steadily.

​PM Net​anyahu: "We are fortifying the hospital because this is our basic obligation – to ensure the security of our citizens. "

PM Netanyahu: "I welcome the historic agreement that was announced on the export of Israeli gas to Egypt. This will put billions into the state treasury to benefit the education, health and social welfare of Israel's citizens."

PM Netanyahu: "The heritage of Israel is a mosaic of many communities. This community has a special status precisely because it kept this heritage even in complete isolation. I find this moving and close to my heart."