Prime Minister Naftali Bennett spoke tonight (Saturday night) with Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis regarding the disaster in Surfside.

The Prime Minister expressed to the Governor his condolences on behalf of the Israeli public and noted that the State of Israel will assist the American authorities as requested.

"The United States is our greatest friend and we stand by your side during this difficult time. We all pray for the safety of the wounded. I have instructed all personnel in the Israeli government to assist in any way necessary," Bennett said.