Hailing troops, Netanyahu touts might as ‘indispensable foundation of peace’

Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu tells the families of fallen IDF soldiers that he knows “the depth of your pain. I know the inconsolable grief that will accompany you for the rest of your lives.”

Israel will thrive and enjoy peace because of these heroes, says Netanyahu.

Netanyahu points out Israeli-American IDF soldier Ari Spitz, who lost both his legs and a hand in the war. Trump stands and waves to him as the room applauds.

Israel’s people pledged “Never Again – never again would we be defenseless against our enemies,” Netanyahu says, lauding the courage of the public.

That strength “ensures peace,” he says.

Israel’s enemies understand “how powerful and how determined Israel is,” says Netanyahu.

They understand that the October 7 attacks were “a catastrophic mistake,” says Netanyahu. “They understand that Israel is strong, and that Israel is here to stay. And this, Mr. President, is the indispensable foundation of peace.”