‘An icon of stability’: Israel’s president signs book of condolence after Queen’s death

Israel’s president hailed an “icon of morality and stability” today as he signed a condolence book for Queen Elizabeth II at the residence of the British ambassador.

It came amid reports in the Israeli media – yet to be offically announced – that Isaac Herzog will join heads of state from around the globe at the Queen’s funeral at Westminster Abbey on 19 September.

The President said: “On behalf of the people of Israel and the State of Israel, I want to express my deepest condolences to the British people and all the subjects of Queen Elizabeth II.

“Her reign was momentous and historic and she was an icon of morality and stability to the entire world and definitely the United Kingdom. We wish success to King Charles III, and as is said in the Bible, the king reigns by justice and establishes the land. May he have a peaceful reign and a successful one.”