    [Public Papers of the Presidents of the United States: George W. Bush (2003, Book I)]
    [January 5, 2003]
    [Page 25]
    [From the U.S. Government Publishing Office www.gpo.gov]

    Statement on the Terrorist Attack in Israel
    January 5, 2003

        Today terrorists struck again in Israel, murdering and injuring
    scores of civilians in Tel Aviv. I condemn this attack in the strongest
    possible terms. It is a despicable act of murder, and I express my
    condolences to the Government and people of Israel and especially to the
    families of the victims. Secretary Powell
    has already spoken to Prime Minister Sharon to
    convey the condolences of the American people. The United States remains
    determined to continue our efforts toward peace in the Middle East, a
    goal that the terrorists seek to destroy. All who genuinely seek peace
    in the region must join in the effort to stop terror. The United States
    is determined to continue the global fight against terrorism and against
    the terrorist organizations that conduct operations such as the murders
    in Israel today.