(OTTAWA) — The Green Party of Canada extends our warm wishes to all those celebrating Israel’s 70th birthday, referred to in Hebrew as Yom Ha’atzmaut.
“For Jewish-Israelis and in Jewish communities around the world, Yom Ha’atzmaut is a day to celebrate the creation of a homeland for millions of Jews from diverse backgrounds,” said Elizabeth May, Leader of the Green Party of Canada. “Israel has achieved so much in its short history. I am proud to call myself a loyal friend of Israel.
“It is my hope that this anniversary will be a time for Israelis to reflect on the rights of Palestinians living under occupied rule. The security and well-being of both Israelis and Palestinians depends on a successful resolution to the conflict, based on the creation of a viable Palestinian state living side-by-side with Israel in peace and prosperity.”
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