President Herzog Awards Presidential Medal of Honor to Israel Bonds

President Herzog on Israel Bonds: “The outstanding work by Israel Bonds serves as a solid confirmation that despite attempts to isolate us, the people of Israel never stand alone.”

President Herzog on the Nobel Committee: “Awarding the Nobel Peace Prize to one of the leading proponents of the genocide lie is a cynical decision which celebrates a shameful display of moral erosion, and is an affront to any life-affirming, peace-loving people.”

On October 12, 2026, President Isaac Herzog awarded the Presidential Medal of Honor to Israel Bonds at a ceremony at the President’s Residence in Jerusalem. Dr. Andrew M. Hutter, Israel Bonds’ U.S. & International Chairman of the Board of Directors, and Dani Naveh, its Global President & CEO, accepted the honor on behalf of the organization.

More than 100 members of Israel Bonds’ global leadership attended the ceremony, including representatives from the United States, Mexico, Canada, the United Kingdom, other European countries, and elsewhere in Latin America.

Opening his remarks, President Herzog addressed the tragic event on Israel’s northern border earlier this afternoon: “We gather here today under the heavy shadow of a grave and heartbreaking tragedy unfolding in the north of our country. Before all else, I wish to offer our prayers for the swift and full recovery of all those who were injured, and to embrace them and their loved ones on behalf of the entire people of Israel.”

Honoring Israel Bonds with the Israeli Presidential Medal of Honor, President Herzog praised the achievements of the organization over the last 75 years, and in particular since October 7th, 2023: “The proceeds from Israel bonds have been used to build and develop our economy, to promote advancements in science and technology, and to provide a vital network of support during times of crisis. This has never been more evident than during the past few years of uncertainty, loss, and courage, here in Israel, since October 7th.

“The outstanding work by Israel Bonds raised $1 billion of capital in the first month following October 7th, and more than $8.5 billion since that dark day. To us, this serves as a solid confirmation that despite attempts to isolate us, the people of Israel never stand alone. In fact, over the past 75 years, more than $58 billion dollars’ worth of Israel bonds have been purchased around the world, solidifying Israel’s long-term standing in the global market, and demonstrating the trust investors have in Israel. And we have repaid that trust, never once defaulting, as I am certain we will continue to do.”

Addressing the recent decision to award the Nobel Peace Prize to Navi Pillay, President Herzog said: “We are faced with many foes, haters and bashers. Awarding the Nobel Peace Prize to one of the leading proponents of the genocide lie, Navi Pillay, for her so-called ‘efforts to promote peace and international law,’ is a cynical decision by the Nobel Committee, which celebrates a shameful display of moral erosion, and is an affront to any life-affirming, peace-loving people, particularly the victims and survivors of the October 7th murders.”

Upon accepting the award, Dani Naveh, Israel Bonds Global President & CEO, said: “Receiving this medal today is an extraordinary honor, but it also carries a profound responsibility. This medal carries with it the weight of generations. We accept it with humility, knowing that we do so only as representatives of a remarkable organization founded 75 years ago. Our powerful message is that, in times of need, our beloved Jewish homeland will never be alone.”

Dr. Andrew M. Hutter, Israel Bonds’ U.S. & International Chairman of the Board of Directors, concluded by saying: “Mr. President, we accept this medal not for any one person in this room, but on behalf of every single investor who has ever purchased a bond, who has ever believed in the Jewish State, who has ever said, with their own money, I stand with Israel, I believe in its future. This medal belongs to them.”

About Israel Bonds:
Since 1951, Israel Bonds and its worldwide affiliates have raised capital for the State of Israel through the sale of Israel bonds, serving as a bridge between global investors and Israel. Individuals and institutions around the world invest in Israel bonds to support Israel’s economic development. Since its inception, Israel Bonds has secured more than $58 billion in investments globally. Since October 7, 2023, worldwide investments in Israel bonds have exceeded $8.5 billion. The organization is led by U.S. & International Chairman of the Board of Directors Dr. Andrew M. Hutter and Global President & CEO Dani Naveh.