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Prime Minister Lapid added that Europe must oppose Iran buying time in negotiations.

The two agreed to meet soon, as a reflection of the close relations between their two countries.

The two leaders discussed the Iranian nuclear issue. The Prime Minister reiterated Israel’s opposition to a return to the nuclear agreement, and the need for Europe to send a clear and unequivocal message that there will be no more concessions to Iran.

Prime Minister Lapid thanked him, both as the Prime Minister of Israel, and as the son of Holocaust survivors.

The two emphasized the importance of ties between Israel and Germany, and agreed to continue the cooperation between their two countries in various fields.

At the start of their conversation, German Chancellor Scholz emphasized that he rejects and condemns Palestinian Authority Chairman Mahmoud Abbas’s remarks, and that it was important for him to clarify this personally to the Prime Minister, as well as publicly.

This will be reflected in the resumption of Israeli flights to Türkiye and the upcoming convening of the Joint Economic Commission in Israel in September.

The leaders emphasized the great importance of Israel and Türkiye for maintaining regional stability.

The Prime Minister and the President agreed that this latest development is an important additional level in the strengthening of relations that will lead to many achievements, especially in the fields of commerce and tourism.

Prime Minister Lapid and President Erdogan congratulated one another on the decision to restore full diplomatic ties and return ambassadors and consuls general to Israel and Türkiye.

Prime Minister Yair Lapid:
"The resumption of relations with Türkiye is an important asset for regional stability and very important economic news for the citizens of Israel. We will continue to strengthen Israel's standing in the world."

Prime Minister Yair Lapid: "On behalf of all of us, the entire Cabinet, I send best wishes for a speedy recovery to the wounded; the entire State of Israel prays for their wellbeing and wishes them a complete recovery."

While the Jerusalem District will be significantly reinforced as of tonight in order to prevent copycat attacks, I would like to emphasize:

Jerusalem, the capital of Israel, is safe, strong and open to tourists and residents alike.

I spoke with the mayor of Jerusalem this morning and he is continuing to prepare the city for the holiday events. Jerusalem is vibrant and full of tourists and we will continue to keep it safe.

PM Lapid: "There is one conclusion from this incident, as from previous incidents: Whoever harms Israeli citizens has nowhere to hide. We will pursue them, find them wherever they are, and deal with them to the fullest extent of the law.