PM Netanyahu Sends Condolence Letter to Brazilian President Rousseff

(Communicated by the Prime Minister's Media Adviser)

Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, today (Monday, 28 January 2013), sent a
condolence letter to Brazil President Dilma Vana Rousseff regarding the fire
in Santa Maria that claimed so many victims.

Prime Minister Netanyahu wrote: "On behalf of the Government and people of
Israel, I express my deepest condolences regarding the tragic fire that
occurred in the nightclub in Santa Maria that claimed over 230 innocent
victims. We wish a quick recovery to those who were injured and are ready to
provide you and your people with whatever assistance that may be required.
At this difficult time, our thoughts and prayers are with the families of
the victims and the Brazilian people."