The role which the United States and American Jewry have played in strengthening Israel during the year just past was emphasized in Rosh Hashanah greetings issued here by Israel Ambassador Abba Eban.
“The generous infusion of economic aid by the United States, by grant and loan, has played a significant role in Israel’s development,” Mr. Eban said. “Indeed, American assistance has left its imprint upon every aspect of Israel’s growing strength. Agreements and treaties have been added to the already intricate web of the relations between Israel and the United States and it is our hope that the coming year will see a further strengthening of our ties with the American people.
“Israel’s advances were made against a background of relentless hostility on the part of its neighbors, an attitude which stands in marked contrast to the general reduction of international tension. The Arab states have yet to agree to a process of direct settlement and Israel has continued to divert much of her energy to problems of defense and security Our greatest strength has been the union of spirit with the Jewish community of America As Israel moved amongst dangers and pitfalls toward economic independence and spiritual creativeness, the Jewish community of America has stood behind us at all times and shown the full measure of its valor and strength.”
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