All this must be born in mind considering the 50 years of ongoing struggle for our very existence and for achieving peace with our neighbours. This past year has had its full share of great tragedies. No matter how severe and paintful the losses incurred, we must not become victims to helplessness ansd despondency. We are in the midst of a very difficult and protracted process with many paintful contentions. However, just as peace treaties were concluded with Egypt and Jordan, I am convinced that, eventually, these, too, will be achieved with the Palestinians and other neighbours.
You were always proud from when Israel fought and won her battles. Now Israel is strong and she warrants no less your continued pride and support. The stronger we are and the greater in number, the easier it will be to achieve our aims. I, once, again, call on you, our brothers and sisters, in the diaspora, to join us in creating a nation, a light unto the nations.
On Rosh Hashanna we pray for a better year to come, for peace and wellbeing and for the values we wish to see come true. Let us learn from the past and look ahead to a better future.
Shana Tova U'Gemar Hatima Tova
Ezer Weizman