Israelis Feel More Middle Eastern Than European Post-Oct. 7, Survey Finds
Summarized from All Israel News by baba
A Hebrew University survey released Monday reveals that Jewish Israelis increasingly identify as more Middle Eastern than European, with 48% reporting a stronger Israeli identity post-October 7th attacks. The study also found that 71% of Israelis believe Jews are safer in Israel than in Europe, amid rising antisemitism concerns. Israeli views on the European Union have deteriorated, and pessimism about the future of Jewish life in Europe has grown significantly.
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- 48% of Jewish Israelis feel a stronger Israeli identity after the Oct. 7 attacks and subsequent wars.
- 71% of Israelis believe Jews are safer living in Israel than in European countries.
- 42% of Jewish Israelis now consider Israel more of a Middle Eastern country.
- Israeli attitudes toward the European Union have sharply deteriorated since 2022.
- 69% of Israelis are pessimistic about the future of Jewish life in Europe.
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