    [Public Papers of the Presidents of the United States: George W. Bush (2003, Book II)]
    [October 4, 2003]
    [Page 1253]
    [From the U.S. Government Publishing Office www.gpo.gov]

    Statement on the Terrorist Attack in Haifa, Israel
    October 4, 2003

        I condemn unequivocally the vicious act of terrorism committed today
    in Haifa, Israel.
        This murderous action, aimed at families gathered to enjoy a Sabbath
    lunch, killed and injured dozens of men, women, and children.
        This despicable attack underscores once again the responsibility of
    Palestinian authorities to fight terror, which remains the foremost
    obstacle to achieving the vision of two states living side by side in
    peace and security. The new Palestinian Cabinet must dedicate itself to
    dismantling the infrastructure of terror and preventing the kind of
    murderous actions that we witnessed today.
        The American people join me in expressing condolences to Prime
    Minister Sharon and all the people of Israel
    and in reiterating our common dedication to the cause of fighting
    terrorism.