President Barack Obama's Speech in Cairo
Israel Government Press Office 4 June 2009

The Government of Israel expresses its hope that this important speech in
Cairo will indeed lead to a new period of reconciliation between the Arab
and Moslem world and Israel.

We share President Obama's hope that the American effort heralds the
beginning of a new era that will bring about an end to the conflict and lead
to Arab recognition of Israel as the homeland of the Jewish people, living
in peace and security in the Middle East.

Israel is committed to peace and will make every effort to expand the circle
of peace while protecting its interests, especially its national security.