King Charles III sends a deeply personal letter to President Herzog, reaffirming his unwavering solidarity with Jewish communities amid a global surge in antisemitism.
In a powerful display of moral clarity and compassion, His Majesty King Charles III has written a personal letter to Israeli President Isaac Herzog, expressing his deep sorrow, solidarity, and commitment to fighting antisemitism worldwide.
The Office of the President of Israel confirmed Wednesday that the letter came in direct response to President Herzog’s appeal ahead of Yom Kippur, in which he raised alarm over the disturbing rise of antisemitic attacks in the United Kingdom, Australia, and Canada — nations that have long prided themselves on tolerance and diversity.
In his heartfelt reply, King Charles condemned antisemitism in all its forms, writing that he was “deeply saddened and gravely concerned by the recent terror attack against the Jewish community in Manchester.” He emphasized that “every Jewish person should be able to live without the threat of prejudice, discrimination, or fear.”
The King further noted that he had personally shared President Herzog’s letter with the Prime Ministers of the UK, Australia, and Canada, affirming that each government “utterly condemns antisemitism and has committed resources to ensuring it is challenged and eradicated.”
President Herzog expressed profound gratitude for the King’s words, describing them as “powerful, reassuring, and deeply appreciated.” The Israeli leader emphasized that moral voices like King Charles’s carry immense weight at a time when Jewish communities around the world face intimidation, vandalism, and physical violence — from London to Melbourne to Montreal.
“From the Royal House of Windsor to the people of Israel, this message of courage and conscience could not come at a more vital moment,” Herzog’s office said. “It is a reminder that decency and dignity still stand tall against hatred.”
The exchange marks a rare moment of royal diplomacy intertwined with moral leadership, reaffirming the bond between the British monarchy and the Jewish people — a relationship rooted in shared humanity, remembrance, and the unyielding defense of freedom.
