Herzl's Grandparents Laid to Rest in Israel: Netanyahu - 'The Vision Became Reality - Zionism Won'

Prime Minister Netanyahu spoke at the ceremony bringing Herzl's grandparents' remains for burial on Mount Herzl, 77 years after Herzl's own remains were brought. He linked Herzl's legacy to the war against Iran and declared that Israel's existence is not up for negotiation.

Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu participated in the burial ceremony of Benjamin Ze'ev Herzl's grandparents, Shimon Leib and Rebecca Herzl, on Mount Herzl in Jerusalem. The remains were brought from Serbia, 77 years after Herzl's own remains were brought. In a lengthy speech, Netanyahu linked Herzl's legacy to the current war against Iran, and declared that "Israel's existence is not up for negotiation." He praised the soldiers' bravery, addressed rising anti-Semitism, and called for unity ahead of the upcoming elections. Netanyahu emphasized the importance of Jewish roots and Zionism, and quoted Herzl's will. The ceremony fulfilled Herzl's wish to bring his family members to burial in the Jewish state.

Herzl's Grandparents Laid to Rest in Israel: Netanyahu - 'The Vision Became Reality - Zionism Won'