Benny Gantz
Benny Gantzצילום: המכון הישראלי לדמוקרטיה

On Monday evening, Israeli Defense Minister Benny Gantz spoke to Director of the Egyptian General Intelligence Directorate Abbas Kamel to wish him and the Egyptian people, Eid al-Adha Mubarak.

Minister Gantz:"Last night I spoke with my friend, Director of the Egyptian GID Abbas Kamel to wish him Eid al-Adha Mubarak and to thank him for his partnership. I conveyed my blessings to the Republic of Egypt and emphasized the country’s important role as a beacon of peace in the region.

I expressed my hope to meet again soon to continue discussing areas of cooperation. I also addressed reports regarding the graves of Egyptian soldiers who fought in the Six Day War. I assured Director Kamel that the defense establishment will examine the issue with great respect."