Let's make this birthday one to remember.

69 years old (Born on July 29, 1955)

Happy Birthday, Mohammad Barakeh! Another year wiser and still bridging divides better than anyone else. From your first election to the Knesset in 1999 all the way through becoming Deputy Speaker in 2003, you've shown us that cooperation isn't just possible—it's essential (and occasionally hilarious).

Your tireless efforts working alongside Jewish colleagues have made you a true legend of unity—and let's face it: keeping politicians cooperating is harder than herding cats on roller skates. May this birthday bring laughter as timeless as your diplomacy skills and cake sweeter than bipartisan agreement!

Cheers to many more years building bridges together!