Manchester terror attack: Rivlin writes to the Queen to express ‘deep sorrow’
Israel's president sends 'heartfelt condolences' from himself and the Jewish state, following the deadly bombing that killed 22 people on Monday
Israeli President Reuven Rivlin has sent a letter to The Queen expressing horror and sadness following the terrorist attack at a concert in Manchester.
“I write with deep sorrow and anguish to express my own heartfelt condolences and those of all the Israeli people, following the atrocious terror attack against the people of Manchester last night,” he wrote.
“This violent and evil attack, which destroyed so many young lives, demands unequivocal condemnation by all. The whole world must stand united against this threat to our very civilisation. I wish to reassure you that Israel stands with the United Kingdom in the fight against terrorism.”
He added: “Our deepest sympathies go to all the bereaved and our wishes for a full and swift recovery to all the injured.”
US President Donald Trump also expressed his condolences in a press conference in Bethlehem, as he met Palestinian Authority president Mahmoud Abbas. Trump said: “So many young, beautiful, innocent people living and enjoying their lives murdered by evil losers in life.”
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