Israeli envoy to attend NY Israel anniversary event despite security ban

High-level officials have been warned by security personnel not to attend the event due to heightened security concerns.

People take part in the 51st annual Israel parade in Manhattan, New York May 31, 2015.

People take part in the 51st annual Israel parade in Manhattan, New York May 31, 2015.

(photo credit: REUTERS/EDUARDO MUNOZ)

ByDANIEL J. ROTH

MAY 22, 2018 14:13

Updated: MAY 22, 2018 23:43

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