Dodik honours ex-IDF commander Moshe Levy, both call RS a state

"Levy is a hero of the Jewish people and of Israel, and therefore he is also our hero. Yesterday, he was in Donja Gradina, where he paid tribute to our victims, as well as the Jewish victims in that camp. We are cooperating on the development of many projects, and soon we will witness projects involving the reconstruction and construction of the airport in Banja Luka," said Dodik.

He went on to say that Israel and Republika Srpska have exceptionally good relations.

"The friendship between Republika Srpska and Israel has been proven and demonstrated during very difficult times. The two of us will meet again and reaffirm our commitment to common goals — and to affirm the right to freedom of our states and peoples as we believe it should be," said Dodik, who once again, as many times before, referred to the RS entity as a state — which is against the Constitution of Bosnia and Herzegovina, where it is clearly stated that the state is Bosnia and Herzegovina, composed of two entities: RS and the Federation of BiH.

However, it was not only Dodik who made this scandalous statement — Levy did the same after receiving the medal.

"It is a great honor and privilege to be here. Now I know that I have two countries, Israel and RS. I give my solemn word that I will protect both countries and hope that peace will prevail. I will tell my people and government how strong and great this country is and how much love they have for the people of Israel. If necessary, I will defend this country even with my life," said Levy.