Israeli officials offer their condolences after death of US Senator Lindsey Graham
Israeli leaders praised Graham as a steadfast ally, with Netanyahu calling him a great friend of Israel and a key voice on security policy.
- On Sunday, Senator Lindsey Graham died at age 71 following a "brief and sudden illness," ending his Senate career that began in 2002.
- President Donald Trump released a statement calling Graham "one of the greatest people and Senators I have ever known," despite their 2016 presidential sparring.
- Israeli leaders mourned the loss, with President Isaac Herzog calling Graham a "beacon of moral clarity" and National Security Minister Itamar Ben-Gvir describing him as "one of its greatest friends."
- Defense Minister Israel Katz and Foreign Minister Gideon Sa'ar praised Graham's "unwavering" support for Israel, while Samaria Regional Council Head Yossi Dagan noted his position as a "declared friend of Samaria."
- Under South Carolina law, Henry McMaster will appoint a temporary replacement to fill the vacant Senate seat until the next general election, maintaining state representation.
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Sen. Lindsey Graham dies suddenly at 71
South Carolina Sen. Lindsey Graham, a staunch ally of President Trump and a long-time advocate for U.S. military action around the world, died suddenly late Saturday, his office said. The big picture: Graham's sudden passing deprives countries like Ukraine and Israel of a committed supporter in Congress, as well as a key voice in Trump's ear. The latest: "On the evening of Saturday, July 11, U.S. Senator Lindsey Graham passed away from a brief a…
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"Great American, Patriot, Friend, Fearless leader": US officials and world leaders mourn passing of Senator Lindsey Graham
US Vice President JD Vance reflected on the complexity and dedication which he said defined Graham's career. Recalling his time working alongside him, Vance shared a personal anecdote about their evolving professional relationship in a post on X.
'A great American patriot' - Netanyahu praises deceased Lindsey Graham
Prime Minister Netanyahu publicly eulogized Lindsey Graham after the senator was suddenly pronounced dead at 71 years old, calling him a great friend of Israel and saying that he will miss him terribly. I already miss you, my friend. pic.twitter.com/mpo1XVmrol — Benjamin Netanyahu – בנימין נתניהו (@netanyahu) July 12, 2026 The post WATCH: ‘A great American patriot’ – Netanyahu praises deceased Lindsey Graham appeared first on World Israel News.
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