Prime Minister Naftali Bennett commented on the helicopter accident in which two pilots were killed.

"This is a very sad night. On behalf of the citizens of Israel, I extend my heartfelt condolences to the families of those killed in the helicopter accident and a speedy recovery to the injured officer. The Air Force pilots who fell in the accident were among our best. The people of Israel will not forget their contribution, night and day, to the security of the state. May their memory be a blessing," said Bennett.