The Biden administration has asked Israel to transfer the old Hawk anti-aircraft missiles it stockpiles to Ukraine. This was revealed by the Axios website, citing Israeli and American officials, who said Israel denied the request. Israel has so far turned down most US and Ukrainian requests to supply Ukraine with advanced and defensive weapons, fearing that such a move could create tensions with Russia and harm Israeli security interests in Syria.
Meanwhile, European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen received Israeli President Isaac Herzog at Berlaymont Palace. “We look forward to maintaining positive momentum in EU-Israel relations,” I said to Isaac Herzog. We discussed the need for continued support for Ukraine and work to promote peace in the Middle East. And the importance of promoting Jewish life in the EU in light of Memorial Day,” von der Leyen said in a tweet.
