Kathy Hochul, 57th Governor of New York State, has come out to declare that, “New York will always stand with Israel”.
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Governor of New York State, Kathy Hochul. Photo: @GovKathyHochul |
Israel is “at war” with Palestinian fighters known as Hamas, said Prime Minister of Israel, Benjamin Netanyahu.
The fighting between Hamas and Israel Israel started in the early hours of Saturday 7 October, 2023 after Hamas launched a surprise attack on Israel.
Hamas’ surprise attack on Israel led to the killing of hundreds of Israelis, with several others taken hostage.
Governor Hochul also disclosed, “I’m traveling to Israel for a solidarity mission to meet with diplomatic leaders & communities devastated by the horrific Hamas attacks” on Wednesday 18 October, 2023.
The New York State Governor said: “It’s more important than ever for New York to show up in support of Israel.
“Tomorrow I’m traveling to Israel for a solidarity mission to meet with diplomatic leaders & communities devastated by the horrific Hamas attacks.
“New York will always stand with Israel.”