Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu wished Christians around the world a Merry Christmas He thanked the Christian community for its support amid the Jewish state's ongoing conflicts with terrorist groups.
Netanyahu posted a video message on Christmas Eve on his account on the social media platform X.
“My dear Christian friends, as you gather with your families and friends this Christmas, I wish the Christian community in Israel and around the world the blessings of a Merry Christmas from the Holy Land,” he said.
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu speaks during his meeting with Donald Trump at his Mar-a-Lago home, Friday, July 26, 2024, in Palm Beach, Florida. (AP Photo/Alex Brandon)
This comes as Israeli forces They have been involved in ongoing conflicts against terrorist groups including Hamas in Gaza and Hezbollah in Lebanon following the surprise attack by Hamas on October 7, 2023, which led to military retaliation from Israel.
“At a time when Israel is fighting on seven fronts, we deeply appreciate the unwavering support of our Christian friends around the world. You have stood by us, and you have stood by us with resilience, steadfastness and strength as Israel defends our people.” Netanyahu said: “Civilization against barbarism.”
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu speaks during a press conference in Jerusalem on September 2, 2024. (Ohad Zweigenberg/Pool/AFP via Getty Images)
He continued: “The people of Israel are united in defending our nation against those who seek to destroy us.” “We seek peace with all who wish to make peace with us, but we will do everything necessary to defend the only Jewish state, the repository and source of our common heritage.”
More than 180,000 Christians live in Israel, making up about 1.8% of the country's population of more than 9.9 million people, according to the Israeli Central Bureau of Statistics.
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu wished Christians around the world a Merry Christmas. (Kent Nishimura/Getty Images)
CLICK HERE TO GET THE FOX NEWS APP
the Christian population It grew by 0.6% last year
The Prime Minister said, “Israel leads the world in fighting the forces of evil and tyranny, but our battle is not over yet.” “With your support, and with God’s help, I assure you that we will prevail. From Jerusalem, the city of peace, I wish you a Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year.”
