President Zelenskyy Tells Israeli Students Jerusalem Should Step Up Support for Kyiv
Hebrew University students agree that Israel could do more, while envoy tells The Media Line that Israel’s left-wing parties have been most sympathetic to the cause
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy addressed students and faculty of the Hebrew University of Jerusalem via video on Thursday, telling them that his country is disappointed by the level of support – both diplomatically and materially – it has received from Israel in its war with Russia. During his address, Zelenskyy reiterated Ukraine’s request for Israel to sanction Russia and for increased military aid.
The Media Line spoke to students that participated in the program, who said that they are grateful for Israel’s help but feel that Israel could do more. At the same time, the students say that they understand Israel’s security concerns in maintaining a more neutral stance toward the conflict. They also noted that the government’s current stance on Russia’s invasion of Ukraine could affect how they vote in the upcoming election in Israel.
1,jpg – Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy addresses students and faculty of the Hebrew University of Jerusalem via video on June 23, 2022. (Debbie Mohnblatt/The Media Line)
Linked video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Hf02438TGd0