[Weekly Compilation of Presidential Documents Volume 31, Number 45 (Monday, November 13, 1995)]
[Page 1987]
[Online from the Government Publishing Office, www.gpo.gov]

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Statement of Condolence on the Death of Prime Minister Rabin

November 5, 1995

    Prime Minister Rabin gave his life to Israel, first as a soldier for 
its freedom, then finally as a martyr for its lasting peace.
    For his example, his friendship to the United States, and his warm 
friendship to me, I am eternally grateful.
                                            William J. Clinton

Note: The President inscribed this statement in a condolence book at the 
Israeli Embassy. An original was not available for verification of the 
content of this statement.