A rare event in the Knesset: 67 Members of Knesset from all factions signed a letter today (Thursday) expressing support and solidarity with Jewish communities in the Diaspora, following the antisemitic attack in Washington in which two civilians were murdered.
The initiative was led by Likud MK Dan Illouz, who authored the letter under the title: “To our brothers and sisters in the Diaspora—with love, with pain, and with unwavering mutual responsibility.”
“Antisemitism isn’t stopping—and neither are we”
In the letter, the MKs stressed that the attack in Washington was not an isolated incident, but part of a growing wave of antisemitism since October 7: “It is spreading on campuses, in the streets, on social media, and throughout the public space,” they wrote.
Alongside this warning, the letter also included a heartfelt message of gratitude to Jewish communities worldwide for their support of Israel:
“You marched, you donated, you fought for the truth—and you reminded us that Am Yisrael is one people.”
“Standing together—Am Yisrael Chai”
The MKs also shared a message of unity: “We are one family—bound by destiny, rooted in history, and entrusted with a mission to build a future of strength and dignity—together.”
The letter concluded with a cross-border declaration: “From Jerusalem to Washington, from Tel Aviv to Toronto—we stand together. With love and with pride: Am Yisrael Chai.”
“As one people with one heart”
MK Illouz, who initiated the letter, stated: “When Jews are hated, no one asks what political camp they belong to. The hatred targets the entire Jewish people—and so our response must be as one people with one heart.”
He added that the broad show of support is proof that in times of crisis, the Jewish people know how to stand united.
“Am Yisrael Chai—and together, we will prevail,” Illouz concluded.
