🇮🇱 Benjamin Netanyahu, Prime Minister of Israel: Today, the United States celebrates the 250th anniversary of independence, 250 years of freedom, and 250 years of defending freedom. On behalf of the people of Israel, I wish you all a happy Independence Day filled with joy. Perhaps we live in different continents, but there is a strong bond between us. Because we have a common destiny. We know that freedom is never cheap. It must be paid for continuously. It must be defended continuously. America has been the greatest force for freedom in the modern world. Israel is proud to stand alongside all of you. Because our alliance is based not only on shared interests, but on shared values as well. Today, these values are under attack. The tyrants and despots we face are shouting “Death to America” and “Death to Israel.” They think freedom is weak. They think democracies are weak. They are wrong about our two democracies. Because when the United States and Israel stand together, freedom becomes stronger. Together, we defend freedom. Together, we defend our shared civilization. With God’s help, freedom will prevail over tyranny. God bless America. God bless Israel. And God bless our great alliance. 🔴