Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, who is on a visit to Paris, said that the Jewish state has prevented many terrorist attacks in Europe.

"Israel stands up to the Islamist threat. We prevent a lot of terrorist attacks, including here in France. Israel has already prevented many terrorist attacks in Europe and will continue to work in this direction, "the head of government said at a meeting with the leaders of the Jewish community of France.

Netanyahu also touched on the problem of anti-Semitism, saying that "hatred of Jews has always been cut into something more". "Therefore, it is necessary to involve others in the fight against this phenomenon. As for reasons of morality, so for the sake of the future of society, "- added the prime minister, quoted by Channel 9.

On Monday, June 4, Netanyahu began his European tour, within the framework of which he plans to meet with leaders of a number of European countries. The day before, the head of government held talks with German Chancellor Angela Merkel.

During the meeting, he expressed concern over Iran's hatred of the Jewish state, coupled with the desire of the Ayatollah regime to create nuclear weapons. As expected, on Tuesday, June 5, Netanyahu will meet with French President Emmanuel Macron, on Wednesday - British Prime Minister Teresa May.