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Statement by PM Netanyahu

Israel - Prime Minister's Office

The 37th Government
18.10.2023

Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, this evening, from the Kirya in Tel Aviv:

"Citizens of Israel, I would like to update you on several matters from my meeting with US President Joe Biden. Yesterday evening, before the US President left for Israel, I presented him with concrete proof that it was Islamic Jihad, and not the IDF, that had fired the missile that struck the hospital in Gaza. I directed our National Public Diplomacy Directorate and the IDF to disseminate this proof, and today the world knows the truth. It will also hear this from the UN Security Council.

This is the first time that a US President has come to Israel in wartime. I spoke with him about the horrors that we face, about the terrible pain of bereavement that has affected all of us, and about the daring of our citizens and the unity among us.

During the visit today, we achieved something of utmost importance that greatly contributes to our security: Immense security assistance for the State of Israel of an unprecedented scope, including assistance that further strengthens our war capabilities.

Regarding the captives, I clarified three things for President Biden: First, I demanded the return of our captives, and we are working together for their return in every possible way. Second, until their return, we demand Red Cross visits for our captives. Third, we will not allow humanitarian assistance in the form of food and medicines from our territory to the Gaza Strip.

President Biden came here with not just comforting and moving words, which touched the heart of the entire nation, but with deeds: In our meeting today, we agreed on actions that will ensure the continuation of our just war. We agreed on cooperation that will change the equation in all sectors, and will assist us in achieving our war aims.

Citizens of Israel, my brothers and sisters, the people of Israel live - and the people of Israel will win."