09/09/2004
https://www.presidency.ucsb.edu...
"This Hanukkah we celebrate another miraculous victory, the 60th anniversary of the founding of the State of Israel."
"Like the Maccabees, Israel has defended itself bravely against enemies seeking its destruction."
"I was worried about you. I thought you were going to have a heart attack."
"And the work hasn't been easy, but it has been necessary for American security, Iraqi hope, and world peace."