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Australian Ambassador in Israel ๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿค๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฑ

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Ralph King ๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฑ
4 years
Dear Israel, Iโ€™ve only been here ten or so days, but I will never get tired of this. Magic every day. Stay safe everyone.
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Ralph King ๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฑ
2 years
Australia respects Israelโ€™s right to defend itself. We call on parties to take immediate steps to halt the violence, maintain restraint and restore calm. The protection of civilians remains paramount.
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Ralph King ๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฑ
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We strongly condemn todayโ€™s deadly rocket attacks on, and terrorist infiltration into, Israel from Gaza. Our thoughts and prayers are with the families of the victims and with everyone affected. Israel has the right to defend itself against such aggression.
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Ralph King ๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฑ
2 years
Another shocking terror attack on innocent people, this time at Dizengoff St in Tel Aviv. Itโ€™s desperately sad to say it again: deepest condolences to the victims and their families and hopes that the injured recover quickly. ๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡บ stands with ๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฑ .
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Ralph King ๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฑ
11 months
Parliament House, Canberra. Australia stands with our friend Israel in this time.
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Ralph King ๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฑ
5 years
Happy 71st birthday Israel, itโ€™s been quite a ride! All the best from your mates down under, in a year that we mark 70 years of ๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡บ+๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฑ diplomatic relations! #YomHaatzmaut
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Ralph King ๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฑ
5 years
Strongly condemn the indiscriminate rocket attacks from #Gaza overnight which have killed and injured civilians in southern Israel. Important to support efforts to restore calm.
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Ralph King ๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฑ
2 years
Today is my last day as Australiaโ€™s Ambassador to Israel. It has been a true privilege to serve and a pleasure meeting many friends and colleagues across all communities in Israel. Todah raba ๐Ÿ™
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Ralph King ๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฑ
2 years
Horrified to hear about the shooting attack on innocent people in Jerusalem last night. Thoughts go out for the victims and their families. Hope the perpetrator is captured quickly and brought to justice.
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Ralph King ๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฑ
4 years
Appalled to hear of the horrific stabbing attack in Petah Tikva today, resulting in the death of Rabbi Shai Ohayon, a father of four. Such violence is always unacceptable. Sincere condolences to family and loved ones. May his memory be a blessing.
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Ralph King ๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฑ
2 years
So saddened by the terrorist attack at Beโ€™er Sheva. Heartfelt condolences to the victimsโ€™ families.
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Ralph King ๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฑ
2 years
Horrified by the killing of a security guard at the entrance to Ariel last night. Condemn such senseless, calculated violence in the strongest terms. My thoughts are with the victimโ€™s family and friends.
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Ralph King ๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฑ
8 years
Aus Embassy staff going to #SaronaMarket for lunch today, in solidarity with people of Tel Aviv. Feel free to join us. @MayorOfTelAviv
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Ralph King ๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฑ
8 years
Heartening to see so many people at #SaronaMarket , in defiance of terror. We stand alongside you Israel.
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Ralph King ๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฑ
11 months
Sydneyโ€™s Opera House tonight
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Ralph King ๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฑ
8 years
Australia condemns unreservedly vicious Jerusalem terrorist ramming attack targeting IDF soldiers. Thoughts with victims, families, IDF.
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Ralph King ๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฑ
2 years
Horrified to learn of the latest attacks, this time at Elad on Israelโ€™s Independence Day. Thoughts are with the families and friends of the victims. Australia stands against terrorism
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Ralph King ๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฑ
7 years
Okay #TelAviv , we get it. Now you're just showing off...
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Ralph King ๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฑ
3 years
Australia delighted to co-sponsor Israelโ€™s @UN General Assembly resolution against Holocaust denial. Passed unanimously!
@IsraelinUN
Israel at the UN
3 years
Today, we made history! Israelโ€™s resolution against Holocaust denial passed unanimously in the @UN General Assembly. This is the second time ever that an Israeli resolution has been adopted by the General Assembly.
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Ralph King ๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฑ
7 years
Appalled by the killing this weekend of three family members enjoying a Shabbat meal. My thoughts are with survivors, family and loved ones.
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Ralph King ๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฑ
2 years
Disgusted to see another attack within a week, this time in Bnei Brak and Ramat Gan. Thoughts are with families and friends at this terrible time and hope those injured recover quickly.
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Ralph King ๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฑ
2 years
I am shocked at reports of a deadly terrorist attack on worshippers at a synagogue in northern Jerusalem earlier tonight. My thoughts are with the victimsโ€™ families and with the wounded.
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Ralph King ๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฑ
3 years
Never Forget. On Yom HaShoah we remember the 6 million Jews murdered in the Holocaust. We also honour the courage, resilience, and the indomitable spirit of the survivors and their commitment to educating the next generation.
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Ralph King ๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฑ
2 years
Welcome to 1000+ ๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡บ athletes and families to ๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฑ from @MaccabiAUS to participate in @Maccabiah2022 . A good excuse for me to get out of the office... #TheAussiesAreComing @yairlapid #ozraeli
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Ralph King ๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฑ
8 years
Visited Hadassah hospital & met some of the injured from yesterday's Jerusalem terror attack to convey Australia's sympathy, support.
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Ralph King ๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฑ
8 years
Israel in the spring: picking flowers down south today.
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Ralph King ๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฑ
4 years
This morning we honoured the fallen at the Commonwealth War Cemetery in Ramleh. It was an Anzac Day like no other. #LestWeForget #AnzacDay2020
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Ralph King ๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฑ
5 years
Looking forward to working with our friends at El Al on plans to test direct flights beteeen #Melbourne and #Israel in April next year. This would be a game changer for tourism and, along with our soon to be ratified tax treaty, a real boon for trade and investment. ๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡บโœˆ๏ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฑ
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Ralph King ๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฑ
7 years
Stumbled upon these apparently rare purple irises this morning whilst walking in the fields. Beautiful time of year in Israel!
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Ralph King ๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฑ
6 years
Indian forces, like those of Australia, played a major role in victory over the Ottoman Empire during the Sinai-Palestine campaign of World War 1. It was an honor to pay tribute today to the valiant Indian soldiers who laid down their lives in 1918 during the Battle of Haifa.
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Ralph King ๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฑ
7 years
Sickening. Gazan cancer patients, receiving treatment in Israel, used/coerced by Hamas to smuggle weapons back into Gaza. Surely a new low.
@Jerusalem_Post
The Jerusalem Post
7 years
Cancer patient stopped at Gaza-Israel crossing with explosive material #ArabIsraeliConflict
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Ralph King ๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฑ
6 years
Today, the modern State of Israel turns 70 years young. We have witnessed Israelโ€™s transformation into a dynamic and prosperous nation and a great mate of Australia. Happy birthday Israel! Lโ€™Chaim! ๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿค๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฑ
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Ralph King ๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฑ
4 years
And so, after more than three years in Israel, the farewells begin. Thank you @PresidentRuvi for receiving me this afternoon in the gardens of Beit HaNassi. You are a true friend of Australia. ๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿค๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฑ
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Ralph King ๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฑ
7 years
A joyous Easter to those from both Eastern and Western churches, from the birthplace of Christianity - Jerusalem.
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Ralph King ๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฑ
4 years
Honoured to present copies of my credentials to Israeli Chief of State Protocol Meron Reuben today. Iโ€™m on board! Excited to work on Australiaโ€™s flourishing bilateral relationship with Israel and hope to continue the excellent work done by my predecessor Chris Cannan. Stay safe!
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Ralph King ๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฑ
4 years
Itโ€™s been an honour and privilege to serve as Australian Ambassador to Israel since June 2017. Thank you to all those who have contributed in so many ways to our growing bilateral relationship. ๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ™๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฑ
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Ralph King ๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฑ
7 years
Tel Aviv, getting ready. #tlvpride2017 ๐Ÿณ๏ธโ€๐ŸŒˆ
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Ralph King ๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฑ
7 years
Congratulations @TonyAbbottMHR on your honorary doctorate from @telavivuni , and thanks for your strong support for ๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡บ ๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฑ friendship.
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Ralph King ๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฑ
7 years
Israel - what are you doing to me? And just across the road too! At this rate Iโ€™m gonna end up one tubby Aussie Ambassador! #Chanukah ๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฑ๐Ÿ‘๐Ÿผ
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Ralph King ๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฑ
3 years
Deeply saddened by the tragic events at the Har Meron pilgrimage site during the #LagBaOmer bonfire ceremony. Our deepest condolences to the families of the deceased and prayers for those injured.
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The Jerusalem Post
3 years
At least 44 people have died, and 103 have been injured in a stampede on Mt. Meron on #LagBaomer . At least 44 people are in critical condition, and a field hospital has been set up at the scene.
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Ralph King ๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฑ
6 years
Please welcome Australiaโ€™s new Ambassador to #Israel and the Galaxy.๐Ÿ˜‰ Chag #Purim Sameach to all our friends in ๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡บ&๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฑ!!! ๐ŸŽ‰๐ŸŽˆ Australiaโ€™s other Thor, @chrishemsworth , better watch his job!
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Ralph King ๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฑ
5 years
Take a bow Tel Aviv! A spectacular and massive show of diversity and tolerance today. So proud to have joined hundreds of thousands of Israelis and visitors celebrating #TelAvivPride . ๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡บ๐ŸŒˆ ๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฑ
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Ralph King ๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฑ
3 years
First it was sufganiyot for #Chanukah and now hamantaschen for #Purim . I can get used to these holidays (but Iโ€™m always eating ๐Ÿ˜‚). Chag Sameach!
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Ralph King ๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฑ
5 years
What else do you expect to see when you wander down Rothschild to grab a coffee? Babies on pink bean bags enjoying the sunshine, obviously! ๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฑ๐Ÿ‘ถ๐Ÿผ #TelAviv
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Ralph King ๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฑ
2 years
My first Hebrew workbook, and first few sentences. ืชืื—ืœื• ืœื™ ื‘ื”ืฆืœื—ื”! ๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฑ
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Ralph King ๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฑ
8 years
Aahh, Israeli breakfast. It has been too long!
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Ralph King ๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฑ
5 years
Strongly condemn the rocket strike from #Gaza this morning, which hit an Israeli family home in #Mishmeret . Such indiscriminate attacks are completely unacceptable. Wishing the injured a swift recovery!
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Ralph King ๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฑ
8 years
Australia suspending funding to World Vision operations in Palestinian Territories until investigation is complete.
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Ralph King ๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฑ
8 years
Allegations regarding World Vision diversion of funds in Gaza are deeply troubling. Investigating as high priority.
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Ralph King ๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฑ
1 year
Shocked by news of the terror attack in North Tel Aviv. The deliberate targeting of civilians can never be justified. Our deep sympathies to those wounded, and best wishes for their quick recovery.
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Ralph King ๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฑ
3 years
A wonderful gesture by the City of Beโ€™er Sheva. ANZAC Day means a lot to Aussies and Kiwis, and itโ€™s so moving to see the sacrifices remembered by others. ๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡บ- ๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฑ- ๐Ÿ‡ณ๐Ÿ‡ฟ
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nitzan dayan
3 years
ื‘ืืจ ืฉื‘ืข ืžื›ื‘ื“ืช ืืช ื–ื›ืจื ืฉืœ ื—ื™ื™ืœื™ ื”ืื ื–"ืง ืฉื ื”ืจื’ื• ื‘ื”ืกืชืขืจื•ืช ืขืœ ื”ืขื™ืจ 1917. Be'er Sheva honors the memory of the ANZAC soldiers who were killed in the charge at the city in 1917 Lest We Forget #AnzacDay2021 @JonathanPeled @RonGerstenfeld @AusAmbIsrael
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Ralph King ๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฑ
8 years
ElAl plane on the tarmac at Sydney Airport. Welcome to Australia Prime Minister Netanyahu! ๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡บ ๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฑ #ozraeli @IsraeliPM
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Ralph King ๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฑ
7 years
Summer in Tel Aviv has well and truly arrived!
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Ralph King ๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฑ
3 years
A moving, Covid-restricted ANZAC Day ceremony at the Jerusalem War Cemetery today. But many watching online! ๐Ÿ™ Itโ€™s always humbling to remember the many sacrifices made and honour the young lives lost. #AnzacDay2021 #LestWeForget
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Ralph King ๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฑ
8 years
Congratulations to Israel from Australia on your 68th birthday. Your state remains as remarkable and fascinating as the day it was founded!
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Ralph King ๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฑ
5 years
Iโ€™ve been touched by the outpouring of concern about the ๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡บ bushfires and their impact on our precious wildlife. Thanks Jerusalem Biblical Zoo and โฆ @risbyraz โฉ for this initiative to fund veterinary supplies! ๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฑโค๏ธ๐Ÿจ โฆ @BiblicalZoo โฉ
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Ralph King ๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฑ
2 years
Our thoughts are with those affected by the shocking attacks in Jerusalem this morning. Such violence is never acceptable. Police continue their searches. Australians in the Jerusalem area should remain vigilant and follow the advice of local authorities.
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Ralph King ๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฑ
9 months
We condemn the brutal murder and wounding of Israelis in todayโ€™s terrorist attack in Jerusalem. There can be no justification for such terror. Our condolences to the families of those killed; we hope the injured recover soon.
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Ralph King ๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฑ
9 months
After the cruelties of 7 October, Israeli women should be heard & believed! Thanks to Women in Diplomacy Network and @IsraelMFA for hosting todayโ€™s Intโ€™l Day for Elimination of Violence against Women event.
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Ralph King ๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฑ
6 years
Great to share with my boys the incredible story of the siege of #Masada . An iconic ๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฑ destination in a truly spectacular natural setting.
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We condemn the rocket attacks into northern and southern Israel, intended to terrorise civilians. Israel has the right to defend its borders and citizens. We urge maximum restraint at this delicate time.
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Ralph King ๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฑ
5 years
Thank you #Israel for showing, in a big way, your support for Australiaโ€™s bushfire recovery. An amazing night of comedy, singing and fundraising for the one thousand Israelis there to support their mates from down under at a tough time. ๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ™๐Ÿ™๐Ÿ™๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฑ
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Ralph King ๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฑ
8 years
Happy Jewish New Year greetings to everyone. Shana tova!
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Ralph King ๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฑ
7 years
ื”ืฉืืœื”: ืžื” ื—ื“ืฉ ืขื ื—ืžืืก? ื”ื ืคื•ืกืœื™ื ื˜ืจื•ืจ? ืœื. ื”ื ืžืงื‘ืœื™ื ืื•ืกืœื•? ืœื. ื”ื ืžื›ื™ืจื™ื ื‘ื™ืฉืจืืœ, ื‘ื›ืœ ื’ื‘ื•ืœื•ืช? ืœื. ื”ืชืฉื•ื‘ื”: ื›ืœื•ื! #hamas_document
@jatkinz
Jacob Atkins
7 years
Full Hamas 'Document of General Principles and Policies' in English:
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Ralph King ๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฑ
7 years
Itโ€™s hard to process the profound impact of a visit to #yadvashem . Humanityโ€™s darkest period, yet also stories of courage and inspiration.
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Ralph King ๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฑ
8 years
Australian PM @TurnbullMalcolm looks forward to welcoming @IsraeliPM @netanyahu to Australia. ๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฑ ๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡บ ๐Ÿป
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Ralph King ๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฑ
2 years
Concerned by retroactive legalisation of 9 illegal outposts & plans to promote more West Bank settlement units. We call on ๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฑ to cease settlement-related activity: a major impediment to a just & enduring peace.๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡บ doesnโ€™t support unilateral actions that reduce prospects for peace.
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Ralph King ๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฑ
7 years
Started day with run along the coastline near my house. Season changeover in Israel - beautiful time of year.
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Ralph King ๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฑ
6 years
A privilege to meet Australian footy legend @NicNat today in Tel Aviv. What a great player and a great Ambassador for @AFL and for ๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡บ! Thanks to our friends at the Israel Australia Chamber of Commerce!
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Ralph King ๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฑ
5 years
Shana Tova Uโ€™metuka from the Australian Embassy in Israel! #RoshHashanah ๐ŸŽ๐Ÿฏ
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Ralph King ๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฑ
3 years
A wonderful achievement by Australian Jewish athlete Jess Fox!!! Gold in the Canoe Slalom (C1)!!!! ๐Ÿ‘๐Ÿ‘Š๐Ÿฅ‡
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Marise Payne
3 years
Outstanding performance by @jessfoxcanoe , winning GOLD in the #CanoeSlalom at #Tokyo2020 . Four medals over three Olympics๐Ÿฅ‡๐Ÿฅˆ๐Ÿฅ‰๐Ÿฅ‰. Australia, Western Sydney & Penrith in particular, is so proud. ๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡บ @AusOlympicTeam @paddle_aus @SportsDipAUS
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Ralph King ๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฑ
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Iโ€™ve become a big fan of Israelโ€™s long summer, outdoors lifestyle, and amazing beach culture, but I am LOVING this much-needed rain! ๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฑโ˜”๏ธ๐Ÿ‘
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Ralph King ๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฑ
7 years
First taste of Israel's robust and thriving democracy. Great to meet Australia's many friends in the Knesset. ๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿค๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฑ
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Ralph King ๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฑ
7 years
Heartfelt condolences to the families and loved ones of the victims of this morning's terrible attacks in #Jerusalem .
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Ralph King ๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฑ
7 years
A changing of the guard is taking place at the Australian Embassy as one Ambassador leaves and another prepares...
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Ralph King ๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฑ
5 years
Australia maintains its consistent position that Malka Leifer should be extradited to face allegations of child sex abuse in Australian courts. Yesterdayโ€™s decision to grant bail is concerning. We will continue to put our concerns directly to the Government of Israel.
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Ralph King ๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฑ
8 years
Happy Chanukah. With all the darkness in world, the miracle of the oil, message of hope, & promise of freedom, remain relevant as ever.
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Ralph King ๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฑ
7 years
New #hamas_document : - does not reject terrorism - does not accept Oslo - does not accept Israel in any borders. Hardly a recipe for peace.
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Jacob Atkins
7 years
Full Hamas 'Document of General Principles and Policies' in English:
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Ralph King ๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฑ
7 years
Today I'm riding parts of the ANZAC Trail, the route taken by the ANZACs from Gaza to the Battle of Beersheva in 1917. Beautiful trip.
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Ralph King ๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฑ
8 years
Read PM @TurnbullMalcolm oped here: "Welcome, Mr Netanyahu: the first Israeli PM to visit Australia".
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Ralph King ๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฑ
8 years
Anonymous source reveals darkest diplomatic secrets of Australian Embassy Tel Aviv. Scandalous, behind-the-scenes exposรฉ. Brace yourself.
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Ralph King ๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฑ
7 years
Full, productive discussions on regional challenges, priorities, 2-state solution & Aus-Israel p'ship: FM Julie Bishop + PM Netanyahu. ๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡บ ๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฑ
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Ralph King ๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฑ
7 years
ื‘ื™ื•ื ื”ื–ื™ื›ืจื•ืŸ, ืื ื• ื‘ืื•ืกื˜ืจืœื™ื” ืžื–ื“ื”ื™ื ืขื ืขื ื™ืฉืจืืœ, ื‘ื–ื•ื›ืจื• ืืช ืืœื• ืฉื ืคืœื• ื‘ืžืขืจื›ื•ืช ื™ืฉืจืืœ, ื‘ื”ื’ื ื” ืขืœ ื”ืžื“ื™ื ื” ื•ืฉื•ืœื—ื™ื ืชื ื—ื•ืžื™ื ืœืžืฉืคื—ื•ืช ื”ื—ืœืœื™ื.
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Ralph King ๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฑ
4 years
On International #HolocaustRemembranceDay we publicly honour the victims and survivors of the Holocaust. #WeRemember to ensure the history & lessons of the Holocaust are never forgotten. For more on @WorldJewishCong โ€˜s campaign:
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Ralph King ๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฑ
7 years
Folks, my time in Israel comes to an end soon. From mid-June, Chris Cannan takes over as ambassador. Please make him feel welcome!
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Julie Bishop
7 years
Chris Cannan our new Ambassador #Israel -strong bilateral relationship #innovation # LandingPad ๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฑ
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Ralph King ๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฑ
8 years
ื‘ืจื•ื›ื™ื ื”ื‘ืื™ื ืจื•ืฉ ื”ืžืžืฉืœื”. Welcome Prime Minister Netanyahu and Mrs Netanyahu.
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Ralph King ๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฑ
6 years
Staff morning tea at the Australian Embassy today - Chanukah style. Chag Sameach! ๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ˜‹๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฑ #Chanukah2018
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Ralph King ๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฑ
5 years
From Holocaust survivor, to fighter in Israelโ€™s war of independence, to global business leader and philanthropist. Great to join ๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡บ Sir Frank Lowy at the the screening in Tel Aviv this weekend of the moving documentary about his life - What Will Become of Us.
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Ralph King ๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฑ
5 years
This time of year itโ€™s hard not to stop and linger at this @TelAviv shopfront on the way to work... Chanukah Sameach! ๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ•Ž๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฑ
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Ralph King ๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฑ
8 years
Started day running with Foreign Minister @JulieBishopMP along route of old Jerusalem-Jaffa rail line. Fast pace!
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Ralph King ๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฑ
11 months
Glad to farewell our first assisted departure flight from Ben Gurion Airport.
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Ralph King ๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฑ
8 years
At Sarona, site of last night's horrific terror attack. Morbid reminder of Lindt Cafe terror attack in Sydney.
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Ralph King ๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฑ
5 years
Looking forward to joining @PresidentRuvi Rivlin in Australia later this week for his State visit down under. You will be warmly welcomed Your Excellency! ๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฑโœˆ๏ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡บ
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Reuven Rivlin
5 years
Making my way from #Israel to #Fiji on our way to a state visit in #Australia
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Ralph King ๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฑ
7 years
My thoughts are with the families of the victims of this morning's terrible attack in Har Adar. There is no excuse for terrorism.
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Ralph King ๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฑ
6 years
Iโ€™m very much looking forward to spending my first Passover in Israel. To all my Jewish friends in Israel, and in Australia, Chag #Pesach Sameach! ๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ˜Š๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฑ
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Ralph King ๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฑ
7 years
Authentic Jerusalem: Stopping for a quick pita falafel with @TonyAbbottMHR in the Old City.
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Ralph King ๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฑ
7 years
Visiting friends were blown away by their introduction to Israeli breakfast this morning!
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Ralph King ๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฑ
7 years
At the end of his five day visit to Australia, Israeli PM full of superlatives about his experience and the...
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Ralph King ๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฑ
7 years
1. Next week, after four great years of making our home in Israel, my family and I โœˆ๏ธ to ๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡บ. Here are some of the #PlacesWeWillMissInIsrael .
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Ralph King ๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฑ
7 years
Remembering the genocide of six million Jews with @PresidentRuvi at @yadvashem . On International Holocaust Remembrance Day we are reminded that we must never again fail in our duty to bear witness, display courage, and confront evil. #WeRemember .
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