From Hebron’s sacred Cave of the Patriarchs, Defense Minister Israel Katz offered prayers for Israel’s soldiers, the wounded, and the swift return of hostages.
On the eve of Rosh Hashanah, Israel’s Defense Minister Israel Katz paid a special visit to the Tomb of Isaac at the Cave of the Patriarchs in Hebron, a site of profound Jewish heritage that is typically closed to Jewish visitors.
Katz said he came to the holy site to pray for the protection and strength of IDF soldiers and Israel’s security forces, who continue to defend the nation with courage and sacrifice.
“We wish a full recovery to all the wounded—both physically and emotionally—and hope for the swift return of all the hostages to their homes,” Katz declared, sending a heartfelt blessing to the families of those suffering in the ongoing war.
The minister’s presence at one of Judaism’s holiest sites ahead of the New Year underscored Israel’s deep connection to its biblical roots and the enduring faith that sustains the nation through struggle and triumph.
