Milei participated in the anniversary of Israel's independence, sang “Free” and lit one of the torches

The president shared the event with Israeli authorities and highlighted the ties of friendship between the two countries.

President Javier Milei participated in the ceremony for the 78th anniversary of Israel's independence, in an event attended by the country's main authorities.

During the celebration, the Argentine president stood with Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and then took the stage, where he sang the song “Libre”, by Nino Bravo, before giving a speech.

The event took place on Mount Herzl, an emblematic site of the city of Jerusalem, where the country's main official ceremonies take place. There, Milei played a prominent role in lighting the last of the 12 torches that represent the tribes of the State

of Israel.

In his message, the head of state emphasized the link between the two nations. “In this life there are partners and friends, but friends forge lifelong bonds, united by moral and shared values. Argentina and Israel are friendly nations,” he said.

President Javier Milei participated in the ceremony for the 78th anniversary of Israel's independence, in an event attended by the country's main authorities.

of Israel.

During her speech, Milei also thanked the invitation and the reception in the country. “I would like to thank President Herzog, my dearest friend, Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, Knesset President Amir Ohana, and all the authorities present for inviting me to this important event. Also to the people of Israel for making me feel so welcome,” he said

The president highlighted the symbolic meaning of his participation in the torch ceremony. “I am deeply grateful to be able to light one of the 12 torches that represent the tribes of the people of Israel, and even more special that it is the last one, the most important of all, since it closes the cycle and encompasses them all, testifying to the unbreakable unity of the Jewish people,” he said

In another part of his speech, he referred to historical and cultural values, mentioning both Jewish tradition and figures from Argentine history. “As Hanukkah teaches us, light always triumphs over darkness, and I want to bring a teaching from General San Martín, father of Argentine independence. He said: 'let's be free, the rest doesn't matter, '” he said.

In addition, he reiterated his government's position regarding Argentine diplomatic representation. “Today, from Mount Herzl, this sacred place in the holy city of Jerusalem, I want to reiterate our willingness to move the Argentine Embassy to Jerusalem, the spiritual capital of this nation, as soon as conditions permit,” he

said.

The event included symbolic and symbolic moments that are part of the annual commemoration of Israeli independence. To conclude his visit, the President plans to return to the Western Wall, where he will say a final prayer before his departure.

Milei participated in the anniversary of Israel's independence, sang “Free” and lit one of the torches

Milei participated in the anniversary of Israel's independence, sang “Free” and lit one of the torches

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