On the anniversary of the foundation of Israel, a reception was given by Shai Cohen, Consul General of Israel to Istanbul. In this reception, held at the Istanbul Hilton Hotel, a great appreciation was exhibited in a style that we have not been accustomed to for years. Israel's Consul General in Istanbul, Shai Cohen, awarded Üzeyir Garih, Ishak Alaton and Jak Kamhi, important personalities of our country. As Garih and Alaton passed away, their daughters received the awards on behalf of them. Jak Kamhi's award was received by his son Cefi Kamhi.