The City Council of Philadelphia unanimously adopted a resolution commending President Johnson for his firm stand in the Middle East crisis, and urging him to do everything in his power to safeguard the integrity and security of Israel. The Israel consul-general here, Issachar Ben-Yaacov, was asked to convey special greetings to the city of Tel Aviv in connection with the current crisis.
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