‘Pray for Beth Israel.’ Officials from Texas to Israel react to crisis in Colleyville
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The eyes of the world were focused on a Colleyville synagogue Saturday as a hostage situation unfolded on world-wide television.
Government officials, including U.S. Rep. Marc Veasey of Fort Worth, Fort Worth Mayor Mattie Parker, and Israeli Prime Minister Naftali Bennett reacted to the news on social media.
“I am closely monitoring the unfolding hostage situation at Congregation Beth Israel in Colleyville,” Veasey posted on Twitter. “I know the Rabbi and his wife Adena very well. I’m praying for his safety and his congregants, and hope that this situation is resolved soon.”
I am closely monitoring the unfolding hostage situation at Congregation Beth Israel in Colleyville. I know the Rabbi and his wife Adena very well. I'm praying for his safety and his congregants, and hope that this situation is resolved soon. https://t.co/Xlk50o5kju
— Rep. Marc Veasey (@RepVeasey) January 15, 2022
Texas governor candidate Beto O’Rourke posted that he was “Sending strength to Colleyville as another Texas community is tragically targeted by a gunman.”
Bennett, along with the U.S. Ambassador to Israel both posted messages on Twitter.
“I am closely monitoring the hostage situation taking place in Congregation Beth Israel in Colleyville, Texas,” Bennett said. “We pray for the safety of the hostages and rescuers.”
Parker asked for prayers “for brothers and sisters at the Congregation Beth Israel in Colleyville” in a post on Twitter.
I am closely monitoring the hostage situation taking place in Congregation Beth Israel in Colleyville, Texas.
We pray for the safety of the hostages and rescuers.— Naftali Bennett בנט (@naftalibennett) January 15, 2022
Pray for brothers and sisters at the Congregation Beth Israel in Colleyville… active hostage situation. https://t.co/AuTabVyEtb
— Mayor Mattie Parker (@MayorMattie) January 15, 2022
JUST IN: Texas Gov. Greg Abbott on synagogue hostage situation: "The Texas Dept. of Public Safety is on the scene of the tense hostage situation in Colleyville, Texas. They are working with local and federal teams to achieve the best and safest outcome." https://t.co/9oCpJsNYQt pic.twitter.com/XJndBfsKaV
— ABC News (@ABC) January 15, 2022
A man apparently took hostages Saturday during services at a synagogue near Fort Worth and the FBI says crisis negotiators had been communicating with someone inside https://t.co/YKA1yR7hsM
— The Wall Street Journal (@WSJ) January 15, 2022
BREAKING: At least four hostages are being held at the Congregation Beth Israel in Colleyville, Texas, an official says. Follow live updates. https://t.co/la04js2mvu
— CNN (@CNN) January 15, 2022
Texas police respond to synagogue 'hostage' situation https://t.co/0m3peAEYWx
— BBC News (World) (@BBCWorld) January 15, 2022
I am horrified by the reported hostage situation at Congregation Beth Israel in Texas. I am closely monitoring the situation and pray that law enforcement can bring this to a swift and peaceful end. https://t.co/kIbKB5QiMO
— Senator Jacky Rosen (@SenJackyRosen) January 15, 2022
My thoughts go out to the Beth Israel community in Colleyville as they respond to the ongoing hostage situation. We pray for a peaceful resolution to this violence. https://t.co/NdRFbela6w
— Julián Castro (@JulianCastro) January 15, 2022
Sending strength to Colleyville as another Texas community is tragically targeted by a gunman.
If you’re in the area, please heed the warnings of local officials and avoid the vicinity around the Congregation Beth Israel synagogue.
You can find updates in this thread. https://t.co/oWKGBeAcGf— Beto O'Rourke (@BetoORourke) January 15, 2022
Please say a prayer wherever you are for the Rabbi and other reported hostages at Congregation Beth Israel in Texas.
— Lee Zeldin (@RepLeeZeldin) January 15, 2022
I’m closely following the horrific situation at Beth Israel Synagogue in Texas. The FBI and local law enforcement are reportedly in contact with the suspect. My fervent hopes for rescue and safety are with each of the congregants and their families.
— Rep. Jamie Raskin (@RepRaskin) January 15, 2022
I am closely monitoring reports of the hostage situation at Congregation Beth Israel in Texas, where the community is gathered for Shabbat services. Praying for an immediate and safe end.
— Ambassador Tom Nides (@USAmbIsrael) January 15, 2022
