Following the reunification of Germany, there was a growing wave of racist and anti-Semitic assaults in that country. A number of foreign workers were killed, and Jewish cemeteries and synagogues were desecrated. Israel's policy has always been that it has responsibility for the safety and well-being of Jewish communities worldwide. The following statement was issued at the conclusion of its weekly meting and should be seen in this light. Text:
The cabinet discussed the racist and anti-Semitic phenomena in Germany. The prime minister summarized the matter as follows:
A. The cabinet strongly condemns the neo-Nazi, racist and anti-Semitic phenomena in Germany, and views them with concern and seriousness.
B. The cabinet has been active, and will continue to be active, on this matter in its contacts with the German government - in demanding that this matter be addressed with all due severity, and that all necessary steps for the prevention of the racist and anti-Semitic phenomena be taken.
C. The cabinet expresses its appreciation to public elements in Germany which have been active in the struggle against racism and anti-Semitism.
D. The cabinet will continue to be active in the monitoring of anti-Semitic phenomena everywhere, and in the struggle there against, as needs and circumstances require.