In 1997, he was recognized for his efforts and awarded the Nuremberg Human Rights Award. Abie attended his last peace rally in 1995. He stood on a platform at this rally with Prime Minister Yitzhak Rabin. By now, his message had become mainstream. Negotiations were underway and he had gained respect as a major player in the peace process.
Violence erodes the basis of Israeli democracy.
Thousands joined Prime Minister Rabin and Abie Nathan at the demonstration, singing peace songs. The rally ended when three bullets shot and killed Prime Minister Rabin. Another voice silenced. Abie was interviewed on TV shortly after the assassination. He wept openly, unable to speak coherently.