Netanyahu, Gantz send condolences to Trump over brother’s death

Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu issues a message of condolence to US President Donald Trump over the death of his younger brother Robert Trump.

In a tweet, Netanyahu notes that he has likewise lost a brother — Yoni Netanyahu, who was killed in the 1970s during an operation to save Israeli hostages in Entebbe, Uganda.

Dear Mr. President, my dear friend Donald, having lost a brother myself I know the depth of your grief at the loss of your beloved brother Robert.
Sara and I send you, Melania and the rest of your family our deepest condolences.@POTUS @realDonaldTrump

— Benjamin Netanyahu – בנימין נתניהו (@netanyahu) August 16, 2020

Defense Minister Benny Gantz issues a similar tweet.

I offer my deepest sympathies to President @realDonaldTrump on the passing of his brother, Robert, last night.
May your strength carry you at this time and may your brother's memory be a blessing.

— בני גנץ – Benny Gantz (@gantzbe) August 16, 2020