Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and his wife Sara visited the Western Wall in Jerusalem, offering prayers for Israeli soldiers, security forces, the hostages in Gaza, and US President Donald Trump. This act emphasizes the spiritual importance of the site.
Netanyahu followed tradition by inserting a note in the wall, inscribed with “A people has risen up as a lion – Am Yisrael chai!” (Long Live the Nation of Israel), a powerful expression of Jewish resilience. A photo from the visit was shared.
The Western Wall, also known as the Kotel or Wailing Wall, stands in Jerusalem’s Old City. It is a remnant of the Second Temple and a sacred site for Jewish people. Constructed by Herod the Great, it is a place of pilgrimage, prayer, and spiritual connection. The belief that the Divine Presence remains at the Western Wall is central to Jewish faith. The custom of placing prayer notes within its stones underscores its significance. This holy site continues to hold immense importance for Israel and its Jewish population.