For Immediate Release
Office of the Press Secretary
January 5, 2003
President Condemns Terrorist Attack in Israel
Statement by the President
Today terrorists struck again in Israel, murdering and injuring scores
of civilians in Tel Aviv. I condemn this attack in the strongest
possible terms. It is a despicable act of murder, and I express my
condolences to the government and people of Israel and especially to
the families of the victims. Secretary Powell has already spoken to
Prime Minister Sharon to convey the condolences of the American
people. The United States remains determined to continue our efforts
toward peace in the Middle East, a goal that the terrorists seek to
destroy. All who genuinely seek peace in the region must join in the
effort to stop terror. The United States is determined to continue the
global fight against terrorism and against the terrorist organizations
that conduct operations such as the murders in Israel today.
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