Yissakhar Ben-Yaacov, Israel’s consul-general here, told a “Crystal Night” observance that while Jews must never forget Nazi atrocities, “it is in the Jewish tradition to lend a hand to those who repent.”
In an address at Congregation Tikvah Hadasha, a synagogue established by Germans who fled the Hitler regime, Mr. Ben-Yaacov called for respect and friendship for the West German Government and “thousands of West Germans who have taken an interest in Israeli and Jewish affairs.” He cited Bonn’s aid to Israel, including post-war indemnification.
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