Liberman at F-35 unveiling: ‘Israel’s military power ensures its security’

Defense Minister Avigdor Liberman praises the F-35 stealth fighter jet at the aircraft’s unveiling in Fort Worth, Texas, and stresses its crucial role in maintaining Israel’s security.

“Israel is surrounded by unprecedented military threats,” Liberman says, “including missile threats.”

Addressing the musician David Broza, who performed Hebrew songs about peace at the start of the ceremony, Liberman says: “I’m not as optimistic as you about achieving peace with our neighbors in the near future.”

The F-35, which is being unveiled today, will arrive in Israel in December of this year, meaning it will be first country in the world outside of the US to receive it.

“Israel’s military power ensures its security. The F-35 will dramatically enhance the IDF’s military power,” Liberman says.

“The airplanes will improve the IDF’s ability to protect Israel from the region’s growing threats.”

— Judah Ari Gross