Netanyahu Condemns Colorado Terror Attack Blames Rising Global Antisemitism
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Jerusalem, June 2, 2025 — Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu issued a powerful statement following a brutal terror attack in Boulder, Colorado, targeting a peaceful gathering in support of Israeli hostages held by Hamas.
“My wife and I, along with the entire State of Israel, pray for the full recovery of the wounded,” Netanyahu declared. He called the assault “vicious” and highlighted its antisemitic nature, emphasizing that the victims were attacked solely “because they were Jews.”
Netanyahu expressed full confidence in U.S. authorities to ensure the perpetrator faces the maximum penalty under the law. “I trust the United States to prosecute the cold-blooded perpetrator to the fullest extent,” he said, urging strong preventive measures against future attacks on civilians.
The Prime Minister linked the incident to a disturbing global trend, stating, “These antisemitic attacks are fueled by blood libels against the Jewish state and people. This must end.”
The attack has sparked international condemnation, with leaders across the globe echoing Netanyahu’s concerns over the rise in targeted violence against Jewish communities.
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