Netanyahu to Italy's PM: You are brave leader, stand by Israel
Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu expressed his esteem for his Italian counterpart Silvio Berlusconi, and praised the Italian prime minister's support for Israel's right to defend itself.
"You are a brave leader who stands by Israel, and Israel's citizens should understand the extent of your support," Netanyahu said before the Knesset plenum. "Under your leadership, Italy has become the spearhead of the struggle against anti-Semitism. You lead the welcome and righteous initiative to include Hamas on the European Union's list of terror organizations, and you not only stand before our enemies and slanderers, you also work to bring Israel and Europe closer, promoting Israel's inclusion in the Union." (Amnon Meranda)
