Netanyahu seeks to ease East Jerusalem tensions at synagogue dedication
Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and other leaders attending the inauguration of a restored synagogue in Jerusalem's Old City on Monday tried to calm tensions surrounding Israeli actions in East Jerusalem.
The dedication of the restored Hurva synagogue in the Jewish Quarter of the Old City could spark riots, police warned on Sunday.
"Many people are excited about this moment - and justifiably so," said Netanyahu at the ceremony. "We have allowed believers in other faiths to conserve their houses of worship. We proudly hold on to our heritage, while at the same time allowing others freedom of religion."
OUTRAGE!!!
(now for some cute pics of Bibi)
Israel's Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu poses with Brazil's President Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva (L) before their meeting in Jerusalem March 15, 2010.
