Friends!

Yesterday, Israeli flag appeared at the Brandenburg Gate in Germany. Thus, the country expressed its support in connection with the terrorist attack in Jerusalem.

I think such things are the symbol of friendship and a great understanding of the terrible affliction, which is terrorism. Countries that experienced it, have some scars on the heart, which hurt when tragedy is repeated elsewhere. Together we are stronger, so I'm very grateful to the authorities of Germany and all those who supported Israel during this difficult time.

Unfortunately, recovering from the attack will not be easy. Yesterday were buried those, who died in the attack. They are lieutenant Yael Yekutiel, who was only 20 years old and cadets Shir Hadzhadzh (22 years) Shir Chur (20 years) and Erez Orbach (20 years). Hundreds of Israelis came to say goodbye to them, because for everyone - it's personal pain. I lack the words to express all the sorrow that now reigns in my soul.

Unfortunately, this is not the end. Along with the suffering of others there are always those fiends, who rejoice in another's grief. Tonight, Arab teenagers (aged 13 to 20 years old) painted walls of the Old City in graffiti expressing support to the attack. "Yesterday's attack is just the beginning" - is one of the slogans that were there. Villains are arrested. And I would argue - Israel is not scared by some stupid provocateurs.

For such cases, there is a simple truth of life. True suffer will be felt by those, who cherish hatred in their heart. Everything returns like a boomerang. But this significant support will also come back to those who expressed it on the right time too.