The State of Israel bows its head on the passing of former Prime Minister Ariel Sharon.

— Benjamin Netanyahu (@netanyahu) January 11, 2014

Our deepest condolences to the family & friends of former Israeli PM Ariel Sharon and to the Israeli people: http://t.co/MssOnu8XHX #cdnpoli

— Stephen Harper (@pmharper) January 11, 2014

#SecKerry‘s Statement on the Death of Former #Israel Prime Minister Ariel Sharon: http://t.co/SkhqXoz9un

— Department of State (@StateDept) January 11, 2014

My dear friend, Arik Sharon, lost his final battle today. I send my condolences to the Sharon family, may he rest in peace.

— PresidentPeres (@PresidentPeres) January 11, 2014

Our thoughts and prayers today are with those around the world, including here in New York City, who mourn the passing of Ariel Sharon.

— Bill de Blasio (@BilldeBlasio) January 12, 2014

The United States and Israel are stronger partners in peace because of Ariel Sharon’s efforts, and his loss is a great one.

— Eric Cantor (@GOPLeader) January 11, 2014

I am deeply saddened by the passing of fmr Israeli Prime Minister Ariel Sharon, a monumental & courageous leader. http://t.co/nIT5ZCv0sc

— Steny Hoyer (@WhipHoyer) January 11, 2014

May G-d console you among the other mourners of Zion and Jerusalem. Rest in peace, Ariel Sharon. http://t.co/q7p5nh2RB3 @Israel @AmbDermer

— D Wasserman Schultz (@DWStweets) January 11, 2014

Israel has lost a great warrior and the United States has lost a great friend. May Ariel Sharon rest in peace. http://t.co/foMnugu9mG

— Senator Ted Cruz (@SenTedCruz) January 11, 2014

Sen. McConnell statement regarding the passing of former Israeli Prime Minister Ariel Sharon: http://t.co/JjlnMKGMtf

— Sen. McConnell Press (@McConnellPress) January 11, 2014

Mourning the loss of Ariel Sharon http://t.co/b0mfYNLbO5

— Speaker John Boehner (@SpeakerBoehner) January 11, 2014

My stmt on the passing of former Israeli Prime Minister Ariel Sharon: http://t.co/crmen1e9Wu #Israel

— John McCain (@SenJohnMcCain) January 11, 2014

Ariel Sharon loved Israel deeply. My thoughts and prayers are with his family and loved ones.

— Kirsten Gillibrand (@SenGillibrand) January 11, 2014

We mark the passing of Ariel Sharon, a soldier and leader who served the nation of Israel in times of war and peace. http://t.co/39wRLrefyd

— Governor Mike Pence (@GovPenceIN) January 11, 2014

Sending prayers to the family of Ariel Sharon and the people of #Israel today.

— Rep. Joe Kennedy III (@RepJoeKennedy) January 11, 2014

With the passing of Ariel Sharon, America has lost one of her best friends and the Israeli people have lost one of their greatest champions.

— Lindsey Graham (@GrahamBlog) January 11, 2014

Ariel Sharon once said his strength was not derived from political echelons but instead from his family and the… http://t.co/UtVIZOaXlX

— JohnCornyn (@JohnCornyn) January 11, 2014

Condolences to the nation of Israel on the passing of former Prime Minister Ariel Sharon. #idpol (1/2)

— Senator Mike Crapo (@MikeCrapo) January 11, 2014

“Look how far we’ve already come”- words #ArielSharon recalled from his father after hard day on farm. PM told members of 2006 Codel.

— Senator Roger Wicker (@SenatorWicker) January 11, 2014

My statement on Ariel Sharon’s passing: http://t.co/MWGbbZCTLv

— Mike Lee (@SenMikeLee) January 11, 2014

Saddened by the passing of Ariel Sharon. His many years of leadership and service to his country helped Israel navigate many challenges.

— Jerry Moran (@JerryMoran) January 11, 2014

Ariel Sharon dedicated his life to the defense of Israel, her people, and a never-ending pursuit of peace for their nation.

— Mark Kirk (@SenatorKirk) January 11, 2014

Ariel Sharon was a great leader who was willing to take great risks both in war & for peace.

— Senator Roy Blunt (@RoyBlunt) January 11, 2014

Deeply saddened by passing of Ariel Sharon, a courageous leader who devoted his life to pursuing security for the Israeli people

— Kelly Ayotte (@KellyAyotte) January 11, 2014

Saddened to learn of Ariel Sharon’s passing. He was a close friend to the US & the first to warn of the threat of Iran’s Nuclear Holocaust.

— John Bolton (@AmbJohnBolton) January 12, 2014

Our condolences to Ariel Sharon’s family and the people of Israel. http://t.co/i14ZpgqiKd

— Greg Abbott (@GregAbbott_TX) January 11, 2014

Saddened by the loss of former Israeli Prime Minister Ariel Sharon. He was a tireless defender of Israel and an unwavering friend to the US.

— Michele Bachmann (@MicheleBachmann) January 11, 2014

Praying for Sharon’s family & friends > Ariel Sharon, former Israeli Prime Minister, dead at 85 http://t.co/1EJK1xqfKo #StandwithIsrael

— Louie Gohmert (@replouiegohmert) January 11, 2014

RIP former Israeli PM Ariel Sharon. A great friend to America & a strong & determined leader for Israel our prayers are w/ people of Israel

— Rep. Doug Lamborn (@RepDLamborn) January 11, 2014

Saddened by the passing of former Israeli Prime Minister Ariel Sharon. Thoughts and prayers are with his family and the people of Israel.

— Marsha Blackburn (@MarshaBlackburn) January 11, 2014

R.I.P. #ArielSharon http://t.co/9negcxFxqh

— DentPressShop (@DentPressShop) January 11, 2014

Lance Statement on the Passing of Ariel Sharon. https://t.co/6rv67ALahJ

— Rep. Leonard Lance (@RepLanceNJ7) January 11, 2014

PM Sharon devoted his life to the people & nation of Israel, always working toward a better future. My thoughts & prayers are w his family.

— Gus Bilirakis (@RepGusBilirakis) January 12, 2014

Saddened by the death of Ariel Sharon. An outstanding Israeli leader. Was proud to have met him.

— Rep. Pete King (@RepPeteKing) January 11, 2014

Israel has lost strong leader with the passing of Ariel Sharon. America has lost a great friend in the fight for peace.

— RepPeteOlson (@OlsonPressShop) January 11, 2014

My thoughts & prayers are w/ Ariel Sharon, his family & the Israeli nation as we all mourn this tremendous loss. His legacy will endure.

— Rep. Steve Scalise (@SteveScalise) January 11, 2014

God bless former Israeli Prime Minister Ariel Sharon. A strong man who truly made a difference.

— Jason Chaffetz (@jasoninthehouse) January 11, 2014

RIP #Ariel Sharon, without his leadership, courage and decisive command, the Jewish homeland may have passed away. GodSpeed.

— Steve King (@SteveKingIA) January 11, 2014

Saddened by the passing of Ariel Sharon — a life of tremendous consequence maked by courageous leadership & fidelity to his people & ours

— Tom Price (@RepTomPrice) January 11, 2014

My wife Maude and I send our condolences to the family of former Israeli Prime Minister Ariel Sharon.

— Rep. Paul Gosar, DDS (@RepGosar) January 11, 2014

Ariel Sharon will forever be remembered as a proud statesmen, a warrior, and most importantly a dear ally of the US. http://t.co/5r1cbD2yXk

— Bill Johnson (@RepBillJohnson) January 11, 2014

The road to peace is full of adversity but Sharon knew that there is no road too difficult to travel. He will inspire generations to come

— Ted Yoho (@RepTedYoho) January 11, 2014

Ariel Sharon was a lion in the hearts of his countrymen. I join my friends in Israel in mourning him. #Israel #ArielSharon

— Rep Robert Pittenger (@RepPittenger) January 11, 2014

Israel and the world lost a warrior for peace today. Ariel Sharon was a great Israeli leader and a true friend of America.

— Rep. Paul Cook (@RepPaulCook) January 11, 2014

Saddened to hear of the passing of Israeli Prime Minister Ariel Sharon. Thoughts and prayers are with his family, the people of Israel

— Jackie Walorski (@RepWalorski) January 11, 2014

Prime Minister Ariel Sharon dedicated his life to serving the people of Israel and working for peace.

— Dave Joyce (@RepDaveJoyce) January 11, 2014

RIP Ariel Sharon…Israel and its allies have lost a true leader and great statesman. Our thoughts are with his family & Israeli people.

— Rep. Chris Collins (@RepChrisCollins) January 11, 2014

Sharon was dedicated to Israel & a great ally of the US; his death is a loss to both nations. My thoughts are with the Israeli people today.

— Rep. Steve Womack (@rep_stevewomack) January 11, 2014

Saddened to learn of death of former Israeli PM Ariel Sharon. May we continue working toward the lasting peace he worked so hard to achieve.

— Steve Southerland (@Rep_Southerland) January 11, 2014

My condolences to the people of Israel on the loss of a great leader. P M Sharon leaves behind a strong legacy of peace.

— Adam Kinzinger (@RepKinzinger) January 11, 2014

Ariel Sharon fought tirelessly to build a stronger Israel & promote peace in the Middle East. Brenda and I send our prayers to his family.

— Chuck Fleischmann (@RepChuck) January 11, 2014

Sympathies to Ariel Sharon’s family and country. A towering figure in pursuit of peace and true friend of America. http://t.co/cTASrTOWIt

— Rep. Todd Rokita (@ToddRokita) January 11, 2014

Dave & I send our prayers to the family of former Israeli Prime Minister Ariel Sharon. May he rest in peace.

— Diane Black (@RepDianeBlack) January 11, 2014

Ariel Sharon’s vision of peace in the Middle East will have a lasting impact on the world for years to come. http://t.co/B1MSyZp8QO

— Jeff Denham (@RepJeffDenham) January 11, 2014

#Sharon was a stalwart and a clear voice for the people of Israel. Read my full statement here: http://t.co/DB9vB3Y4ay #Israel

— Matt Salmon (@RepMattSalmon) January 11, 2014

My thoughts and prayers are with the people of Israel who lost a beloved leader and a true statesman, PM Ariel Sharon.

— Ann Wagner (@RepAnnWagner) January 11, 2014

PM Sharon was a fearless leader who lived an incredible life spent in service of the State of Israel.

— Richard Hudson (@RepRichHudson) January 11, 2014

Sad to hear about the passing of fmr, PM Ariel Sharon. My thoughts and prayers go out to his family and the Israeli community.

— Randy Weber (@TXRandy14) January 11, 2014