The Board of Directors, Fellows and Professional staff of the Jerusalem Center for Security and Foreign Affairs expresses its profound sadness and deepest condolences on the untimely passing of Senator Lindsey Graham.

Throughout more than three decades of distinguished public service, Senator Graham was a paragon principled leadership. He stood steadfastly with Israel as the nation-state of the Jewish people and consistently defended Israel’s right to protect its citizens, even in the face of intense international criticism. He championed the enduring strategic partnership and shared democratic values that have long united the United States and Israel.

Senator Graham’s unwavering commitment to Israel’s security, freedom, and legitimacy as the nation-state of the Jewish people earned him the admiration, respect, and profound gratitude of the people and governments of Israel, as well as of friends of Israel and the entire democratic world.

We extend our heartfelt condolences to his family, colleagues, and the American people. His legacy of friendship, courage, moral conviction, and unwavering support for Israel and the Jewish people will endure for generations