French Foreign Minister at Yad Vashem Thursday

French Foreign Minister Philippe Douste-Blazy will visit Yad Vashem on Thursday, September 8, 2005.

Following are press arrangements for his visit:

11:00: Arrival, tour of Holocaust History Museum - Closed

12:15: Hall of Names - Open

12:30: Wreath-laying ceremony at Hall of Remembrance - Open

12:40: Signing of the Guest Book, Exit to the Children’s Memorial - Open

The Minister will not take questions at Yad Vashem.

Journalists who wish to cover the Minister’s visit are requested to contact the Media Relations Department: 02 644 3410