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What do Irish Jews think of Prince William’s visit to Israel?

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Published: 9 July 2018

Last updated: 4 March 2024

BOSTON-BORN Becca Bor, 33, has lived in Londonderry for four years. Brought up a Reform Jew, she does not attend temple anymore, partly because the only Jewish synagogue in Northern Ireland is 75 miles away in Belfast.

“I was brought up in Reform Judaism. I don't go to a synagogue or a temple. There are none in Derry.

“I strongly disagree with the actions of Israel with regards to Palestine. Prince William should have refused to go there.”

Margaret Black, 67, in an Orthodox Jew, and member of Belfast Synagogue
“Prince William's visit shone a light on the modern and vibrant state of Israel. I thought it was terrific that he took the opportunity to visit Israel. It was a landmark visit because the royal family haven't been before.

“I'm so glad that he went and that he learnt a lot from it. Israel is a wonderful country and anyone who gets the opportunity to go and visit should do. I have been there 10 times. Israel is a modern, vibrant, forward-looking country.”

FULL STORY What Israel means to Jewish people in Northern Ireland - and did Prince William's visit show it in better light? (Belfast Telegraph)

Photo: Prince William at the Western Wall (Kontact)
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